Make PDF Searchable
In a scanned PDF, Ctrl+F finds nothing and text cannot be selected, because every page is just a picture. This tool reads the text on each page and adds an invisible text layer underneath without changing how it looks.
Drag files or use the arrows to change the order.
Your files stay on your device. Processing happens entirely in your browser.
How to Make PDF Searchable
- Drop or choose the scanned PDF or photos.
- Choose the language of the document.
- Click "Make Searchable" and download the new PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Does it change how the pages look?
No. Pages look exactly as scanned; the text layer is invisible. You can search, select and copy text in any PDF reader.
How long does it take?
A few seconds per page. It runs on your device, so be patient with long documents.
I only want the text.
To get the text as a .txt file, use {tool:ocr}.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Text recognition runs in your browser; your documents are never sent to a server.
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