Summary
This article explains how to use AskTuring.ai's OCR (Optical Character Recognition) feature to extract text from images or scanned documents you've uploaded. Use this when you need to convert visual text content into editable, searchable text.
Prerequisites
Active AskTuring.ai account
An image file or scanned document containing text that you want to extract
The file must be copied to your clipboard or available for upload
Step-by-Step Instructions
Accessing the Chat Interface
Navigate to the AskTuring.ai chat interface at https://app.askturing.ai/ask
Uploading Your File
Click in the message input field (labeled "Go ahead, make my day, ask me anything") at the bottom of the screen.
Paste your file by pressing Cmd+V (Mac) or Ctrl+V (Windows). The file will appear as an attachment preview in the message field.
Requesting OCR Processing
In the same message field, type "OCR this uploaded file" after your pasted file.
Click the send button or press Enter to submit your request.
Reviewing the Results
AskTuring.ai will process the image and display the extracted text in the chat response. The text will appear as readable, copyable content that you can use in other applications.
Tips and Notes
Supported file types: AskTuring.ai accepts common image formats including JPG, PNG, and PDF files containing images.
Image quality matters: For best OCR results, ensure your uploaded image has clear, legible text with good contrast and resolution.
Processing time: OCR typically completes within a few seconds, but larger or more complex files may take longer.
Multiple files: You can upload and process multiple files in separate messages, or request OCR for multiple files in a single message.
Text accuracy: While OCR is highly accurate, handwritten text or poor-quality scans may produce imperfect results. Review the extracted text for any errors.
Follow-up questions: After OCR extraction, you can ask AskTuring.ai questions about the extracted text or request specific formatting.