OCR for Android

Extract text from images on your Android phone or tablet. This web-based OCR tool works directly in your mobile browser - no app download required. Your photos are processed locally and never leave your device.

Why Use Web-Based OCR on Android?

Unlike OCR apps that require installation and often send your images to servers, this tool runs entirely in your Chrome or Firefox browser. Perfect for quick text extraction without compromising storage space or privacy.

How to Use OCR on Android

  1. 1
    Open in Chrome or Firefox

    Visit JustScanText in your mobile browser. No app installation required.

  2. 2
    Take or select a photo

    Capture a new image or choose from your gallery. Tap the upload area.

  3. 3
    Extract and copy text

    Hit Start Extraction and copy the text once processing completes.

Common Uses on Android

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Quick Photo OCR

Snap a photo of text and instantly convert it to copyable text.

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Document Scanning

Extract text from documents, contracts, or forms on the go.

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Receipt Digitization

Convert paper receipts to text for expense tracking apps.

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Study Notes

Photograph textbook pages and extract text for digital notes.

Tips for Android OCR

  • Good lighting: Ensure adequate lighting when taking photos of text
  • Steady hands: Hold your phone steady to avoid blurry images
  • Close-up shots: Get close enough so text is clearly readable
  • Chrome recommended: Chrome browser offers the best performance for OCR processing

Ready to extract text on your Android?

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