PDF AI · PRACTICAL GUIDE
OCR scanned PDF: how to process a PDF online
Recognize text on scanned pages locally.
Open this tool◉ This tool runs in your browser; the source file is not sent to the server.
What the tool does
Recognize text on scanned pages locally. Useful when you need this document operation without installing a desktop editor. Keep an untouched source copy and decide which parts of the result need manual review.
When it is useful
Useful when you need this document operation without installing a desktop editor. Keep an untouched source copy and decide which parts of the result need manual review.
Add a document, review the options, and create a new file.
How to process a file
- Choose the source file on your device.
- Review the options and start processing.
- Review the result and download it when it looks right.
Things to know
Recognition runs in the browser and currently supports English and Russian. OCR is limited to 40 pages.
This article describes the current PDF AI build. Check the output on a copy before relying on it for important work.
Frequently asked questions
Is my file uploaded to cloud storage?
This tool runs in your browser; the source file is not sent to the server.
Will the original layout always be preserved?
Not always. Office conversions carry over extracted text and some tables; complex layouts and graphics can change. Review the output before sharing it.