# TypeScan - Scan Text Fast — Grab Text via Image! Offline

> Grab Text via Image! Offline (iPhone/iPad app by Kazuhisa Kobayashi.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typescan-scan-text-fast/id6566171677 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kazuhisa Kobayashi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1580882000)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 43 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany), Japanese
- Released: 2024-07-23
- Data updated: 2026-07-22
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/typescan-scan-text-fast/id6566171677/reviews.md

## What is TypeScan?

【Key Features of TypeScan】
- Accurately recognizes text from photos, camera, and files  
- Switch between preserving line breaks or combining into full text for share  
- Automatically detects URLs and lets you open them with a tap  
- Saves recognition history so you can revisit past scans anytime  
- Fully offline — no internet connection required  
- Clean, simple design for intuitive use  
- Select images directly within the app, with file support for smooth imports  
- No account or login required — start using right away

TypeScan lets you extract text instantly from your camera or photos — fast, clean, and hassle-free. Whether you're scanning a printed document, a business card, or a sign, TypeScan turns any image into usable, editable text.
Whether you’re digitizing notes or grabbing text from a receipt, TypeScan helps you get it done in seconds.
Download TypeScan and make your camera smarter — one tap at a time.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.12.1 — 2026-07-15

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.12.0 — 2026-06-29

- Text recognition now automatically re-runs when you change the recognition language setting.
- Made minor UI and layout adjustments for a smoother user experience.

### 1.11.0 — 2026-05-30

You can now manage your history by deleting items individually.

### 1.10.1 — 2025-09-30

- Refined screen layout for improved usability
- Added pinch-to-zoom support for images

### 1.9.0 — 2025-07-31

- Moved the button for direct website access from the right side to the left side.
- Changed language display from codes (e.g., "en", "ja") to readable names like "English" and "Japanese".

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All apps by Kazuhisa Kobayashi: https://appshunter.io/developer/1580882000

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