Image to Text Converter

Convert an image to text with browser-based OCR for PNG, JPG, JPEG, and WebP files. Extract printed words from screenshots or photos, then download TXT or Markdown.

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converted 186,221+ files to markdown

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Upload file to convert

Upload your file

Drag and drop or click to select

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Privacy & Performance: File processing runs entirely in your browser, so files are not uploaded. Processing speed may vary depending on your device and browser environment.

How to Convert an Image to Text

Start with the clearest original image and compare the recognized text with it before reuse.

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Choose an Image

Select a PNG screenshot, JPG or JPEG photo, or WebP image containing readable printed text.

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Run Text Recognition

Start conversion and allow the browser to load the OCR model if this is your first run.

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Check the Result

Review words, labels, dates, numbers, and reading order against the original image.

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Download TXT or Markdown

Choose Plain text document (.txt) or Markdown document from Download. Edit any remaining errors in a text editor.

Why Picture to Text Results Can Vary

Image quality and layout affect OCR more than the filename extension alone.

PNG Screenshots
Tiny interface labels, scaled captures, and low-contrast transparent backgrounds can make words difficult to recognize.
JPG and JPEG Photos
Blur, glare, perspective distortion, shadows, and strong JPEG compression can obscure printed characters.
Scattered Labels and Tables
Diagram labels, multiple columns, and overlapping elements may appear in the wrong reading order.
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What You Get from Image OCR

Each supported image produces recognized content to inspect before export. The result is text, not an editable copy of the picture layout.

Use the Words in Your Images

Recognized text provides a draft you can search, edit, and reuse after checking the source.

Capture UI Copy
Bring messages and labels from screenshots into documentation notes.
Digitize Printed Excerpts
Extract passages from photographed pages while retaining their source details.
Organize Image Notes
Store reviewed text beside your original photos or screenshots for later reference.

Image to Text, PNG OCR, and JPG OCR FAQ

Answers about screenshots, photos, transparent images, TXT downloads, and recognition limits.