OCR Image to Text
Extract text from any image — screenshots, scanned documents, photos of signs or handwriting. Powered by Tesseract.js in your browser.
Runs locally in your browser — your file never leaves this device. Open source: Tesseract.js
Get better results
Tips from how OCR Image to Text actually works, and mistakes worth avoiding.
Pro tips
- Straight, well-lit, in-focus photos read far better than an angled or blurry one — recognition quality depends entirely on what the model can actually see.
- Select the correct language before scanning — running English OCR on Hindi text will produce garbled output no matter how clean the photo is.
- For a printed page, a flat scan will always out-perform a handheld photo at an angle.
Common mistakes
- Scanning at an angle or in low light and expecting clean output — OCR accuracy tracks image quality closely.
- Leaving the language on the default when the source text is in a different one.
- Trying to OCR handwriting — Tesseract-based OCR is built for printed text, not handwritten notes.
Frequently asked questions
About OCR Image to Text and how Tarumak Studio works.
What languages are supported?
English, Hindi, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese Simplified, and Arabic. Select the language before processing for best accuracy. Multi-language documents should use the primary language of the text.
What image quality do I need for good results?
Images should be at least 300 DPI with clear, high-contrast text. Blurry, low-light or heavily compressed images reduce accuracy. Printed text is recognised more accurately than handwriting.
Can it read handwritten text?
The tool can recognise clear, neat handwriting in some cases, but accuracy is lower than for printed text. For best handwriting results, use a high-resolution scan with good lighting.
Is OCR Image to Text really free?
Yes — completely free, with no usage limits, no watermarks and no premium wall. Every tool on Tarumak Studio is free to use.
Do I need to create an account?
No. There is no sign-up, no login and no email required. Open the tool and use it immediately.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. OCR Image to Text runs entirely in your browser — your files are processed locally and never uploaded, which also makes it faster than server-based alternatives.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. The tool runs in any modern browser on desktop, tablet or phone — no app install needed.
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