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Extract Text from Image (Browser OCR)
Extract text from PNG, JPEG, and WebP images with browser OCR in Portuguese, English, or Spanish.
- Local browser processing: no upload for remote processing.
- Image and extracted text are not persisted between sessions.
Available: Portuguese (pt-BR), English, Spanish
Temporarily unavailable: none right now
OCR runs locally in the browser. The image is not sent to remote processing.
Current language: English
Limits: 1 file per attempt, PNG/JPEG/WebP, up to 10 MB.
If recognition quality is poor, switch the language and try again.
Drop an image here or choose it from your device
One file at a time (PNG, JPEG, or WebP), up to 10 MB.
Select an image and click "Extract text".
The extracted text will appear here after OCR finishes.
Extract text from PNG, JPEG, and WebP images with browser OCR in Portuguese, English, or Spanish. Extract Text from Image (Browser OCR) uses Recognition language (select, required); Max image size (MB) (number, required) and returns a browser-generated result that can be reviewed before copying.
When to use
Use Extract Text from Image (Browser OCR) when your workflow needs extract text from png, jpeg, and webp images with browser ocr in portuguese, english, or spanish. Example workflow: Upload a PNG screenshot and choose the OCR language -> Recognized text with confidence, line count, and character count..
Input
Enter the data requested by the tool. Fields: Recognition language (select, required); Max image size (MB) (number, required). Example input: Upload a PNG screenshot and choose the OCR language
Output
The tool returns a processed result to copy or review. Example output: Recognized text with confidence, line count, and character count.. Then use related tools to validate, convert, or continue the same workflow.
- Open the tool and review the expected input type. Fields: Recognition language (select, required); Max image size (MB) (number, required).
- Paste, upload, or fill in the requested data in the form. Start from the example pattern: Upload a PNG screenshot and choose the OCR language.
- Run the processing step and read validation messages if they appear.
- Review the result, copy only what you need, and validate it before production use.
- Extract text from a screenshot: Use Extract Text from Image (Browser OCR) in this workflow: Upload a PNG screenshot and choose the OCR language -> Recognized text with confidence, line count, and character count..
- Copy text from a technical screenshot: Use Extract Text from Image (Browser OCR) in this workflow: Upload a WebP screenshot with English console output -> Text ready to copy, count, normalize, or review manually..
- Invalid or incomplete input: If the tool rejects the input, review these fields and formats before trying again: Recognition language (select, required); Max image size (MB) (number, required). Review required fields, accepted formats, and validation messages before using the result.
- Sensitive data: Processing runs in the browser, so review any sensitive data before pasting, uploading, or sharing it. Avoid sharing results until you review tokens, documents, files, or personal data involved.
- Large inputs: Very large files or text can take longer in the browser and should be validated before critical workflows.
- PNG Compression Workflow Before Uploads
Use a practical PNG compression workflow for screenshots, docs, and landing pages while checking readability, transparency, and output size.
Extract text from a screenshot
Input: Upload a PNG screenshot and choose the OCR language
Output: Recognized text with confidence, line count, and character count.
Copy text from a technical screenshot
Input: Upload a WebP screenshot with English console output
Output: Text ready to copy, count, normalize, or review manually.
Is the image sent for remote processing?
No. OCR runs locally in the browser with no backend upload.
Which formats and file size limits are supported?
The tool accepts PNG, JPEG, and WebP up to 10 MB per image.
Which languages are available?
You can choose Portuguese (pt-BR), English, and Spanish when available.
Can I switch language without reloading the page?
Yes. Changing language during OCR cancels the previous session and starts a new attempt.
Is extracted text persisted across sessions?
No. Data remains in the current session only and is not persisted.
How do I use this tool safely?
Use the tool as a short workflow: review the expected input, run processing, and validate the output: Fields: Recognition language (select, required); Max image size (MB) (number, required). Example workflow: Upload a PNG screenshot and choose the OCR language -> Recognized text with confidence, line count, and character count.. Enter the requested input, run the tool, and review validation messages or warnings before copying the result.
Which inputs and outputs should I check?
Check this tool's input fields, examples, and output before using the result: Recognition language (select, required); Max image size (MB) (number, required). Use the fields, formats, and limits described in the tool interface; review the output before applying it to critical workflows.