Scanned Document to Text
Convert a scanned document image into editable text with OCR. If your scan is saved as a JPG, PNG, or WEBP file, you can upload it and copy or download the extracted text.
When this is useful
- Making a scanned letter easier to quote or edit.
- Creating a text draft from an archived printed document.
- Pulling information from a scanned application, notice, or form.
- Digitizing multi-page documents saved as separate scan images.
How to get better results
- Scan at a readable resolution and use a flat, clean page.
- Keep the document straight and remove dark borders created by the scanner.
- Process multi-page documents one image at a time and review each output.
- Use even lighting and avoid shadows when photographing a physical document.
What to expect
The tool accepts image files (JPG, JPEG, PNG, WEBP), not PDF uploads. Export a scanned PDF page as a JPG, PNG, or WEBP image before using this converter.
Frequently asked questions
What file types can I upload for scanned document conversion?
This page accepts image files: JPG, JPEG, PNG, and WEBP. If your scan is a PDF, export one page as a JPG, PNG, or WEBP image first.
How do I scan text from a document?
Upload a JPG, PNG, or WEBP image of the scanned page, then the tool runs OCR and returns the editable text for you to copy or download.
Will complex layouts be preserved?
The tool reads text in page order. Complex layouts with columns or floating elements may need minor manual cleanup after extraction.
Is scanned document to text free?
Yes. Converting a scanned document image to text runs in your browser with free OCR and does not require an account.