What is the Image to Text (OCR)?
Image to Text (OCR) by Assignment Lab is a free online tool. Pull typed or printed text out of photos and screenshots in English and Hindi. Copy it, save it, or turn it into handwriting.
At a glance
- Price
- Free. No sign-up, no watermark.
- Works on
- Phone, tablet and computer, in any modern browser.
- Privacy
- Runs in your browser. Your text and files are not uploaded.
- Made by
- Assignment Lab, free tools for students in India.
How to use the image to text (ocr)
- Drop a clear photo or screenshot with printed or typed text.
- Choose English, Hindi, or both, then press "Read the text".
- Edit the text if needed, then copy it, save it, or turn it into handwritten notes.
Frequently asked questions
Can it read handwriting?
It works best on printed or typed text. Neat handwriting sometimes works, but messy handwriting usually does not.
Why is the first time slow?
The reader downloads its language files once (about 10-15 MB). After that your browser keeps them, so it is much faster.
Is it free?
Yes. The Image to Text (OCR) on Assignment Lab is completely free with no sign-up, and it works right in your browser. Nothing you type or add is uploaded.