OCR PDF - Make Scanned PDF Searchable (English)
Add a hidden text layer to scanned PDFs so you can search, select and copy the text. Sideways and upside-down scans are detected and read correctly.
How to use OCR: make searchable
- Click Select and choose your PDF, or drop it anywhere on the page.
- Set the options in the panel on the right.
- Click OCR: make searchable. The result is created in your browser and downloads straight away.
Tip: Use the "Small print" setting for dense documents such as bank statements.
Frequently asked questions
Which languages are supported?
English text is recognised. Recognition runs in your browser and takes a few seconds per page.
Is OCR: make searchable free?
Yes. All 48 tools on Chutki are free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark added to your files.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Your files are processed inside your own browser and never leave your computer, which makes the tool suitable for confidential and client documents.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. It works in current versions of Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari on computers, tablets and phones. Very large files work best on a computer.