Performing OCR

OCR is the process of converting images to computer-editable text. This is also referred to as recognizing text. You can perform OCR on your document using the commands in the AutoOCR or Manual toolbars, or using the OCR Wizard. See Using the OCR Wizard for more information on performing OCR using that method.

NOTE: OmniPage Pro only recognizes machine-printed characters such as laser-printed or typewritten text. However, it can retain handwritten text, such as a signature, as a graphic.

To perform OCR:

  1. Bring an image into OmniPage Pro.

    You can bring an image into OmniPage Pro by scanning or by loading a file. If you choose to scan your document, make sure your document is in the scanner.

  2. Set the desired command in the Original Layout drop-down list.

    Choose the option that best describes your original document layout.

  3. Set the desired command in the Output Format drop-down list.

Choose the option that describes how you want your processed document to look.

NOTE: In the AutoOCR toolbar the Original Layout and Output Format settings are located in separate drop-down lists. In the Manual toolbar you can select these settings by clicking the middle button.

  1. Choose Options All... in the Tools menu and check that the settings are appropriate for your document. See Settings Guidelines for more information.

  2. Choose Recognize Current Page in the Process menu if you are using the Manual toolbar. Or, choose Start in the Process menu if you are processing your document automatically.

    Recognized text appears in the text view.