FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is OCR, and how does it work?
OCR stands for Optical Character Recognition. It is a technology that converts different types of documents, such as scanned paper documents, PDFs, or images captured by a digital camera, into editable and searchable data.
What types of documents can be processed using OCR?
OCR can be applied to a variety of documents, including printed or handwritten text, invoices, receipts, business cards, and more. It's versatile and can handle various formats.
How accurate is OCR in recognizing text?
OCR accuracy depends on factors like the quality of the input document, the clarity of the text, and the OCR software being used. Modern OCR systems can achieve high accuracy levels, especially with clear and well-formatted documents.
Can OCR extract text from images with complex layouts?
Yes, OCR technology has advanced to handle complex layouts, including multi-column documents, tables, and images with a mix of text and graphics. However, accuracy may vary based on document complexity.
Are there any language limitations for OCR?
Many OCR solutions support multiple languages, and some can recognize a wide range of international characters. It's essential to check the OCR software's Multiple Language Support to ensure it meets specific language requirements.
Is OCR technology suitable for handwritten text recognition?
Yes, OCR technology has evolved to handle handwritten text recognition, although accuracy may vary based on the clarity and consistency of the handwriting. Specialized OCR solutions may be available for improved performance in recognizing handwritten content.
Can OCR be integrated into existing software applications?
Yes, many OCR tools provide APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) that allow integration into various software applications. This enables developers to incorporate OCR functionality seamlessly into their existing systems.
Can I extract text from image rotated clockwise?
Yes, sure. Before converting text to image, our service automatically rotates the image and performs full-page deskew on image.
What types of documents can be processed using OCR?
OCR can process:
- Scanned documents
- PDFs (text-based and image-based)
- Images from cameras or smartphones
- Forms, invoices, and other structured documents
How accurate is OCR in recognizing text?
OCR accuracy typically ranges from 95% to 99% for clean, high-quality images with standard fonts. Accuracy decreases with poor image quality or complex fonts.
Can OCR extract text from images with complex layouts?
Yes, OCR can handle complex layouts like multi-column documents, tables, and mixed-content files. It uses layout analysis to preserve structure while extracting text.
Are there any language limitations for OCR?
OCR supports many languages, but accuracy may vary depending on the complexity of the language. Ensure the OCR system supports your required language(s) for best results.
Is OCR suitable for handwritten text recognition?
OCR can recognize printed text with high accuracy. For handwritten text, it requires Intelligent Character Recognition (ICR), which has lower accuracy compared to printed text.
