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 Open in Chrome or Firefox
Visit JustScanText in your mobile browser. No app installation required.
- 2 Take or select a photo
Capture a new image or choose from your gallery. Tap the upload area.
- 3 Extract and copy text
Hit Start Extraction and copy the text once processing completes.
Common Uses on Android
Quick Photo OCR
Snap a photo of text and instantly convert it to copyable text.
Document Scanning
Extract text from documents, contracts, or forms on the go.
Receipt Digitization
Convert paper receipts to text for expense tracking apps.
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
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