Make scanned PDF searchable

Make a scanned PDF searchable without uploading.

A searchable scanned PDF is easier to find, quote and archive. Slay PDF handles that workflow in the browser for common documents.

OCR text layer

Add recognized English text to scanned PDF pages.

Page cleanup

Delete extras, rotate pages and crop scans before exporting.

No account wall

Create a searchable export without a Slay PDF account.

Turn a scan into a searchable PDF.

Use this workflow for scanned forms, receipts, notes, packets and document archives where search matters.

Because OCR can misread poor scans, check the output before sending or storing it as the final copy.

Make scanned PDF searchable FAQ

How do I make a scanned PDF searchable?

Import the PDF, clean up pages if needed, choose searchable OCR PDF export and download the result.

Can I do this without uploading?

Yes. Slay PDF runs common OCR and export workflows locally in the browser.

Can I OCR only selected pages?

Use selected-page workflows when only part of the document needs export.