# OCR+ - Image to text converter, PDF documents to text

> Converts images and PDFs to editable text for sharing and use. (iPhone/iPad app by Hossam Hamouda.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocr-plus-image-to-text-converter-pdf-documents-to-text/id938502289 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hossam Hamouda](https://appshunter.io/developer/732402156)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 115 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-11-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocr-plus-image-to-text-converter-pdf-documents-to-text/id938502289/reviews.md

## What is OCR+?

OCR+ is the best OCR to convert the PDF documents and images into free text to be shared and used freely.

Features:
Scan PDF pages and extract the text from them.

Scan jpg,png,bmp images and extract the text from them.

Import PDF files from any working browser (Safari, chrome…etc) or import it from mail attachment.

Import images from IOS gallery.

Share the recognized text via email, Facebook, Twitter, message or copy it to be pasted in any other app.


How to use:
Import the PDF file from safari via “open in” OCR+(Or from mail message). 

Write the page number that needs to be scanned then press "play" button.

After getting the recognized text, you can share or copy it.

The same steps can be applied for image tab but to be opened from Gallery.

You can delete the PDF files by long press on the PDF itself.


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The accuracy is more than 95%.
Handwriting is not yet supported in this version.

## Key features

- Scan PDF pages to extract text
- Extract text from JPG, PNG, BMP images
- Import PDFs from browsers and mail
- Import images from iOS gallery
- Share recognized text via email and social media
- Copy text for pasting into other apps

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocr-plus-image-to-text-converter-pdf-documents-to-text/id938502289/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Should be free

*2016-09-11*

Very limited options and Orc capacity. Not worth paying for this app

### 1/5 — Want my money

*2015-10-06*

This is a junk app don't buy it and I want my money back

**Developer response:** Please refund it through apple normal process and sorry to hear that

## Frequently asked questions about OCR+

### What file types can OCR+ convert to text?

OCR+ can convert PDF documents and image files such as JPG, PNG, and BMP into editable text. It can also import PDFs from web browsers and email attachments, and images from your iOS gallery.

### How accurate is OCR+?

The accuracy of OCR+ is reported to be more than 95%. However, handwriting is not yet supported in the current version.

### Can I use OCR+ offline?

The provided information does not specify offline capabilities. However, importing files from email and gallery suggests it can function without an active internet connection for the conversion process itself.

### Does OCR+ support handwriting recognition?

No, handwriting is not yet supported in this version of OCR+. The app focuses on extracting text from typed documents and clear images.

### What devices is OCR+ compatible with?

OCR+ is compatible with iPads. The app was released on November 14, 2014, and its latest version is 1.1, updated on November 21, 2014.

### How do I share or save text from OCR+?

Once text is recognized, you can share it via email, Facebook, Twitter, or messages. You can also copy the text to paste it into any other application on your device.

### How do I delete PDF files from OCR+?

To delete PDF files within OCR+, you can perform a long press on the PDF file itself. This action will bring up options to manage or remove the file.

### Does OCR+ have ads?

No, OCR+ does not contain advertisements. The app is free to use without any ad interruptions.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.1 — 2014-11-21

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Enhancement in OCR+ performance

### 1.0 — 2014-11-13

No release notes.

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