Extract text from scanned PDF

Extract text from scanned PDFs locally.

For scanned documents, text extraction usually starts with OCR. Slay PDF keeps that workflow in the browser for common files.

OCR first

Recognize English text from scanned page images.

Text export

Download plain text from the composed document.

Searchable PDF

Export a PDF with an OCR text layer when a PDF output is needed.

Get usable text out of scanned pages.

Extracted text is useful for notes, records, receipts, research packets and archives.

OCR accuracy depends on the original scan. Review names, numbers and important details before using the extracted text.

Extract text from scanned PDF FAQ

Can Slay PDF extract text from scanned PDFs?

Yes. Run OCR for scanned pages, then export plain text or a searchable PDF.

Does it work on image-only PDFs?

OCR is designed for image-based scanned pages, with accuracy depending on quality.

Does Slay PDF send scans to a server?

No. Common OCR and export workflows run locally in this browser.