Want to extract from the picture automatically? Because doing it manually is taking a lot of time. There is the most convenient and time-saving way of getting a text from images popularly known as OCR technology.
In this article, we are going to discuss a step-by-step procedure on how to get a text from a picture automatically.
The best way to get text from a picture automatically
Although, there are a number of ways to get text from images automatically such as using Google Photos, Apple Photos, Windows text extractor, and MS Word also provide this feature. But all of these ways require users to follow a complex procedure and time to understand how to use them.
Don’t worry, because there is the quickest way to extract text from images that is by utilizing an OCR-based online tool. These tools use advanced pattern recognition algorithms to compare text character by character and then generate output.
These tools require only a few simple steps to follow in order to get the text extraction process done. Below, we have discussed a step-by-step procedure on you can extract from images quickly and efficiently with the help of tools based on OCR technology.
- Select a decent online tool
First of all, you need to select a good picture-to-text converting tool. This is because there is a huge variety of tools available online which may make it difficult for users to go with the right one.
Note: The quickness and accuracy of the text extraction will completely depend on the type of tool you’re using.
That’s why, it is essential to first select a good tool in order to get better results. To help make the right choices, we have discussed different factors you should take care of below.
User Interface: One of the most important things you should consider is the user interface. You should select a tool that has an intuitive user. So, you don’t need to spend quality time understanding how to use the tool.
Submit multiple images at once: You should opt for a tool that allows submitting a number of images for text extraction at once. This will save a lot of your time and effort especially if you have to get a text from various pictures.
Multilingual support: Sometimes you may need to perform text extraction on images available in different languages. Look for a tool that supports multiple languages.
Support for different input methods: A good picture-to-text converter is one that allows users to provide input using multiple methods such as by dragging/dropping the image, pasting the URL, or by uploading it.
Comprehensive output: Lastly, you have to also take a look at how the tool (that you’re planning to go with) provides an output report. Most tool allows users to copy and download the result in different file formats such as .txt and .doc.
- Submit the image
After selecting the right tools, it’s time to start the procedure of getting a text from a picture. To get started you just need to go to the web page of the tool and upload the required image that you want to extract text from and start the extraction process. Most tools have provided the input box on the home page so that users don’t have to explore the input option.
- Extraction process
After submitting and beginning the extraction process, the tool you’re using will then start applying pattern recognition OCR technology in order to accurately extract text from the input image. The tool will the extraction process in three steps
- Image pre-processing
- Text-recognition
- Post-processing
In image pre-processing, the tool will eliminate all the distortion, noise, and blurriness from the submitted image. This will further allow the tool to efficiently understand words/characters in the image.
When it comes to text recognition, the tool will start extracting the text from a picture in a machine-readable format. This text will be editable, searchable, and indexable.
Lastly, in the post-processing stage, the tool will make sure the extracted text is free from spelling and grammar errors.
To provide you with a better understanding, let us explain with an example. We have found a free online picture to text converter that fulfills almost all the factors mentioned above. We are going to provide a high-quality image (which contains a lot of text) to make sure how accurately the tool provides results.
- Get results
After completing the extraction process, the tool will then generate output. As can be seen in the image attached above, the tool has accurately extracted the text from the input image and also provided a comprehensive output, allowing users to either copy or download the output file.
Final words
In conclusion, getting text from pictures has now become a breeze thanks to OCR technology. With this technology, you can easily and accurately extract text from images. In this article, we have discussed a step-by-step procedure for text extraction from the picture. Hope, you will like it. Happy reading!