Extract text from a PDF scan. Move from image to content

Run local OCR, review recognized text, and prepare a TXT or Office export. Editing is free and unlimited. Every document output requires Pro.

Steps

  1. Open PDF Scene and import your document.
  2. Make text editable, correct recognition errors, and choose the export format.
  3. Review every change in the preview.
  4. Open Export to generate the result with Pro.

Use cases

Index archives, recover form data, or reuse content from paper documents.

Privacy

The document is processed on your device. PDF Scene does not upload its content to perform this operation.

Frequently asked questions

Can I prepare the document for free?

Yes. Editing is free and unlimited. Every output, including download and printing, requires Pro.

Do my files leave my device?

No. Document processing runs locally in the browser.

Can I export directly to TXT?

Yes. After reviewing the text, TXT export is available with Pro.

See also

Open the PDF Scene editor