Make a scanned PDF searchable

Search, select and copy the words in a scan. The pages look exactly the same.

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How to make a scanned PDF searchable

  1. Choose your scanned PDF.
  2. Pick its language and press Make searchable.
  3. Download it and search with Ctrl+F (⌘F).

Can I edit the words too?

Yes, use Edit a scanned PDF to change the words themselves.

Are my files private?

Yes. Your file opens and is edited inside your own browser. It is never uploaded to our servers.

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