Every project has different requirements. Whether you need a quick way to search through archives or a flawless manuscript for republishing, we offer two levels of text conversion to meet your needs.
1. Standard OCR (Searchable Metadata)
Best For: Internal archives, research databases, and high-volume document sets.
- The Process: Our state-of-the-art Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software “reads” the image and creates an invisible layer of text behind the page.
- The Result: You get a Searchable PDF where you can use Ctrl+F to find keywords instantly. The additional Microsoft Word (.docx) file allows proofreading and editing of the text.
- The Reality: While highly accurate on modern fonts, “Raw OCR” may struggle with older typography, faded ink, or complex layouts, occasionally resulting in minor character errors.
2. Verified and Proofread Text (Editable Accuracy)
Best For: Republishing, legal documents, technical manuals, and Kindle/EPUB conversion.
- The Process: After the initial scan, our expert editors manually review the digital text against the original page. We correct “ghost” characters, formatting issues, and spelling errors that automated software might miss.
- The Result: A polished Microsoft Word (.docx) or EPUB file that is 99.9% accurate and ready for immediate use.
- The Benefit: You receive a document that is ready for the printer or the public, saving your team dozens of hours in manual cleanup.
Which is right for you?
- Choose the free Standard OCR if you just need to find information quickly.
- Choose the upgraded Verified Text if you need to reuse, edit, or republish that information.
