Extract text from image
Use this image OCR online tool when you need text from a screenshot, a receipt, a scanned note or a product photo. The result stays editable so you can clean it before copying.
Image to Text Converter
Extract text from screenshots, receipts, scanned notes and photos. Upload an image, run OCR, then copy or download the recognized text.
Upload an image or use the sample image to start OCR.
Photo to text workflow
Clear, high-contrast images produce better OCR output. For small text, crop the image around the text area before uploading it to reduce recognition noise.
Need color values?
The companion image color picker extracts HEX, RGB, HSL and palette values from the same kind of browser upload workflow.
Need a PDF instead?
Use the image to PDF converter to combine screenshots, receipts and photos into one downloadable PDF.
Image to Text Converter FAQ
How does this image to text converter work?
The tool reads the selected image in your browser and uses OCR to recognize visible text. The extracted text appears in an editable result box.
Can I copy or download the OCR result?
Yes. You can copy the extracted text, clear it, or download it as a plain text file.
Which images work best for OCR?
Screenshots, receipts, scanned notes and clear photos with strong contrast usually work best. Blurry, skewed or handwritten text may need manual cleanup.