# Image2Text on device OCR — Image to Text Converter

> On-device OCR app to extract text from images and PDFs. (iPhone/iPad app by Thingking Land.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/image2text-on-device-ocr/id1480164818 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Thingking Land](https://appshunter.io/developer/590560054)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 7 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-10-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/image2text-on-device-ocr/id1480164818/reviews.md

## What is Image2Text on device OCR?

Plain text can be extracted from images (jpeg, png, gif, tiff, bmp, heic) and PDF files. On-device text recognition protects your privacy and operates without internet connection. Text layout is approximated according to the original text locations. Formatting options include indentation preservation and soft wraps removal. Automatic detection of emails, phone numbers, web links and street addresses opens another relevant app with one click. An embedded text editor allows correction of recognized text before exporting it. Supported platforms include iOS, iPadOS, and macOS.

Step 1: Several input methods are provided.
• Selects a photo from Photos app.
• Selects one or more files through Files app on iOS/iPadOS, or Finder-like browser on MacOS.
• Uses camera to take one or more pictures, which automatically detects adjustable document borders to crop.
• On macOS and iPadOS, drag and drop from other apps.
• Select this app when opening a mail attachment, or sharing data from other apps like Safari, Photos, Files, or cloud storage apps.
• Selects previously saved files in the local archive of this app.
• Paste images from clipboard .

Step 2: Simply use the defaults and go, or configure a few options.
• Formatting options on indentation, soft wraps (artificial line breaks inserted by tools to fit width), maximum blank lines, etc.
• Multi-page, multi-file options include header/footer removal and number of blank lines for each page break.
• Whether to save inputs, outputs, or both.
• A filename for saving or exporting text.
• Viewing text in detecting or editing mode.

Step 3: Recognized text review.
On iOS/iPadOS, two-finger pinches zoom the text font size bigger or smaller. On MacOS, use zoom buttons or trackpad zoom gestures. On iPhones, portrait mode shows smaller fonts than landscape mode.

In data detecting mode, actionable data are automatically highlighted.
• Tapping an email address opens Mail app.
• Tapping a phone number opens Phone app.
• Tapping a web link opens Safari app.
• Tapping a street address opens Map app.

In editing mode, text can be modified with the keyboard and standard editing gestures like copy/paste and undo/redo.

Step 4: Distribution of the recognized text.
Tap the standard share button to air drop, iMessage, mail, save on cloud storage, post on social media, print, or copy to any other apps supporting plain text files. On macOS, an export button uses Finder-like browser to save a file anywhere.
Speak the text if text to speech is enabled in Accessibility Settings.

The current version of the app recognizes primarily printed English text in upright positions. It is less accurate on hand-written text.

The app offers auto-renewable subscriptions for full access of all app features.
An Introductory free trial period is available and you will not be billed until the free trial is over. Please see the terms of use at https://thingkingland.app/legal/termsOfUse.html .
The app supports universal purchase, and a single subscription enables the app across Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices.

Internet connection is not necessary for normal app functionality, and is only required initially and once each subscription period to validate subscription from App Store.

## Key features

- Extract text from images and PDFs
- On-device processing for privacy
- Automatic data detection (email, phone, web)
- Embedded text editor for corrections
- Preserves text layout and formatting
- Multiple input methods including camera and drag-and-drop

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Full Access | $1.49 | per month |
| Annual Full Access | $8.99 | per year |
| Weekly Full Access | $0.49 | per 7 days |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/image2text-on-device-ocr/id1480164818/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Quits on opening using  sonoma 14.1.2

*2023-12-24*

just quit. reinstalled and just quit again

### 1/5 — not worth the effort

*2023-12-11*

does not do a good job at all. i would spend more time editing mt notes just so it could detect it rather than making it easier for me.

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2022-07-10*

does not work.  Want to end trial subscription immediately

### 3/5 — does the job

*2021-04-04*

crashes a lot, does not always copy properly. Defintely need to go over and correct it a lot. 
Still makes the job a lot easier though.

### 5/5 — accurate and many features

*2020-06-11*

The text result is pretty accurate. My favorite use model is to use Mac ctrl-shift-cmd-4 keyboard shortcut to copy a selected area anywhere on the screen to clipboard, then paste the image to the app and retrieve the text.
After one week free trial, the subscription price is reasonable. The Mac subscription also allows me to get the same app on iPhone and iPad for free.

### 5/5 — For every day use

*2020-06-10*

I can use camera to capture a paper document with contact information then click a phone number to call, or an email address to mail.
I can take a screenshot when I see something interesting, crop it, share to this app to get the text, and send the text to my friends.

## Frequently asked questions about Image2Text on device OCR

### What is Image2Text on device OCR?

Image2Text on device OCR is a productivity app that allows you to extract plain text from images and PDF files directly on your device. It prioritizes privacy by processing data locally without an internet connection.

### What file types does Image2Text on device OCR support?

The app supports a variety of image formats including JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, and BMP, as well as PDF files. It can also process HEIC images.

### Does Image2Text on device OCR have ads?

No, Image2Text on device OCR does not contain advertisements. It offers a free trial for its subscription plans, allowing you to experience all features without interruption.

### How accurate is Image2Text on device OCR?

The app is designed to recognize primarily printed English text in upright positions. While it is less accurate on handwritten text, it offers an embedded editor for corrections.

### What platforms is Image2Text on device OCR available on?

Image2Text on device OCR is available for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices. It supports universal purchase, meaning one subscription covers all compatible Apple devices.

### How can I correct recognized text in Image2Text on device OCR?

After text is recognized, you can enter editing mode to modify the text using your keyboard. Standard editing gestures like copy, paste, undo, and redo are also supported.

### What are the subscription options for Image2Text on device OCR?

Image2Text on device OCR offers auto-renewable subscriptions for full access. Options include Weekly Full Access at $0.49/week, Monthly Full Access at $1.49/month, and Annual Full Access at $8.99/year, all with a 7-day free trial.

### How does Image2Text on device OCR handle actionable data?

In data detecting mode, the app automatically highlights actionable data such as emails, phone numbers, web links, and street addresses. Tapping these items will open them in their respective default applications.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.3 — 2020-07-02

• Polish user interface.

### 1.2.2 — 2020-06-09

• Paste images from clipboard.
• Improves share extension.

### 1.2.1 — 2020-05-26

• Share extension accepts screenshots taken from any app.
• Reduces memory consumption of share extension.
• Optimized for iOS 13.5

### 1.2.0 — 2020-05-17

Provides share extensions for other apps. Examples include:
• Take a snapshot image of Safari webpage visible area and extract text.
• Identify text from images embedded in Safari webpages.
• Select one or more photos in Photos app and convert.
Polishes the user interface of text viewer.

### 1.1.7 — 2020-04-30

• More accurately estimates word spacing and line spacing in PDF text extraction.
• Grey out unsupported file types, such as docx, in files selection.

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