About this tool
Extract and copy text from any PDF document in seconds, including scanned documents and images using powerful OCR technology. Perfect for students who need to pull quotes for research papers, copy important information from textbooks, extract data from assignments, capture text from scanned documents, gather references for citations, or reuse content for notes and studying. Works with both digital PDFs and scanned image-based PDFs thanks to built-in OCR. Fast processing means no waiting around. Great for copying definitions from textbooks, extracting problem sets from assignments, gathering information for essays, creating study flashcards from textbook content, pulling data from research papers, capturing formulas and equations, or getting text from screenshots and scanned materials. Extracted text can be immediately copied to clipboard for pasting anywhere. Maintains formatting where possible. Particularly useful for textbooks and materials that don't allow text selection - OCR makes everything copyable. All processing happens on your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
Yes! Built-in OCR reads text from scanned documents and images instantly. Even handwritten text can be recognized with good clarity.
Can I extract text from specific pages only?
Absolutely! Extract from selected pages or the entire document. Perfect for pulling specific sections you need.
How accurate is the OCR?
Very accurate for typed text! Scans with clear text have near-perfect recognition. Handwriting accuracy depends on neatness but is generally quite good.
Can I copy the extracted text?
Yes! Text copies directly to clipboard with one tap. Paste it anywhere you need - notes apps, documents, emails, or messages.