Screenshot to Text OCR C#

Screenshots often contain valuable information such as text, images, and drawings. When you need to extract written content, converting the screenshot to text is a practical solution. For example, you might receive several screenshots as proof of payment, and you’ll need to extract the relevant text data, such as the payment amount. In this article, we will explore how to convert a screenshot to text with OCR in C#.

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Installing the Aspose.OCR for .NET API

To perform optical character recognition (OCR) on images, you can utilize the Aspose.OCR for .NET API. Since screenshots are essentially images of screen content, processing these images allows you to extract the desired information seamlessly. You can access the API by downloading the DLL reference file from the New Releases page or by using the following NuGet installation command:

PM> Install-Package Aspose.OCR

Converting Screenshot to Text with OCR in C#

Follow these steps to convert a screenshot to text using OCR in C#:

  1. Create an instance of the AsposeOcr class.
  2. Use the RecognizeImage method to convert the screenshot to text.
  3. Display the recognized text.

Here’s a sample code snippet that demonstrates how to convert a screenshot to text in C#:

Converting Screenshot from URL to Text with OCR in C#

In some scenarios, screenshots may be shared via URLs from platforms like DropBox or Imgur. The Aspose.OCR API allows you to process these URLs directly without needing to download the images first. Here’s how to convert a screenshot from a URL to text with OCR in C#:

  1. Retrieve the screenshot from the URL for OCR operations.
  2. Create an instance of the AsposeOcr class.
  3. Recognize the text from the screenshot using OCR.
  4. Print the recognized text obtained from the URL.

The following code snippet illustrates how to convert a screenshot from a URL to text with OCR in C#:

Requesting a Free Evaluation License

You can request a Free Temporary License to evaluate the API’s full capabilities. This is a great way to explore the features of the Aspose Plugin before committing to a purchase.

Conclusion

In this article, you have learned how to convert a screenshot to text using OCR in C#. This technique can significantly help you extract useful information based on your specific needs. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us on the Aspose forum.

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By leveraging the power of the Aspose OCR .NET Plugin, you can efficiently convert screenshots to editable text strings, enhancing your productivity and data management capabilities.