How to Read Clipart Using OCR

Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology has revolutionized the way we interact with documents. One fascinating application of OCR is its ability to extract text from images, including things like clipart that is embedded in the document.

With PDF Reader Pro, a versatile PDF tool, you can harness the power of OCR to decipher text embedded within clipart images effortlessly.

Megon Venter

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Megon is a B2B SaaS Content Writer with 7 years of experience in content strategy and execution. Her expertise lies in the creation of document management tutorials and product comparisons.

Using PDF Reader Pro for OCR on Mac

PDF Reader Pro is equipped with advanced OCR capabilities that allow you to extract text from images in digital format, including clipart, with remarkable accuracy. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to read clipart using OCR in PDF Reader Pro:

Step 1: Ensure Your Clipart is in PDF File Format

Once you have this type of document, launch PDF Reader Pro and open the PDF file containing the clipart image in the electronic format you want to analyze.



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Step 2: Click "OCR" on the Main Menu

This will open a pop up window where you can select which page(s) you'd like to read.

Step 3: Click "OCR"

This will process the words on the clipart images and convert them to text.



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Step 4: Save as Text

Click "Save as TXT" or "Save as PDF" to export your document. When you open this new file, you can read all text or select the "TTS" feature to have it read aloud. 



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Our team has often found that we need to provide clients or other team members with concise documents to read over but many presentations contain clipart that isn't accessible.

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This can be due to poor image quality or the necessity the client has for listening to the PDF be read in the interest of efficiency and accessibility. 

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Using PDF Reader Pro for OCR on Windows

PDF Reader Pro comes with advanced optical mark recognition capabilities, allowing you to accurately extract text from digital images, including clipart. Here's a step-by-step guide to the entire process of utilizing OCR in PDF Reader Pro to read clipart:

“As a content creator, having a reliable PDF reader and editor is crucial. PDF Reader Pro’s editing and conversion tools help me easily navigate tasks for every client.”

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B2B SaaS Content Writer

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Step 1: Confirm Clipart Format

Ensure your clipart is in PDF format. Open PDF Reader Pro and access the PDF file containing the clipart image you wish to analyze.



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Step 2: Access OCR Feature

Navigate to the main menu and click on "OCR." This action will prompt a pop-up window where you can specify the pages you want to process.



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Step 3: Initiate OCR on the Digital File

Select the "OCR" option to begin processing the text within the clipart images, converting them into editable text.



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Step 4: Save Text

Choose "Save as TXT" or "Save as PDF" to export the document. Upon opening the new file, you can read the extracted text or utilize the "TTS" feature for text-to-speech functionality.

Unlock the full potential of your entire document by harnessing the power of OCR with PDF Reader Pro's workflow solutions.

"PDF Reader Pro has become the cornerstone of my document management, meeting a broad spectrum of needs with ease."

Teddy Cipolla

B2B SaaS Content Writer

By following the simple steps outlined in this guide, you can effortlessly extract text from clipart original images and enhance your document management workflow.

Experience the convenience and efficiency of natural language processing by following the steps outlined and you'll be able to read more than a single image in no time!