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OCR Software with Zone Selection Tool (2026)

Last updated: April 2026

Key features of OCR Software

Based on GetApp's analysis of verified user reviews collected between July 2021 and August 2024.

Convert to PDF: Users value the ability to convert diverse file types like Word, Excel, images, and scanned documents into PDF for easy sharing and management. 89% of reviewers rated this feature as important or highly important.
Text Editing: Reviewers highlight the ease of making corrections and updates directly within PDFs, including annotating, customizing text, and filling out forms. 84% of reviewers rated this feature as important or highly important.
Text Extraction: Text extraction is appreciated for converting scanned documents and images into editable text, saving time on manual retyping and facilitating document searches. 83% of reviewers rated this feature as important or highly important.
PDF Conversion: Users find converting PDFs to other formats like Word, Excel, and HTML beneficial for editing and repurposing document content without losing formatting. 82% of reviewers rated this feature as important or highly important.
Document Conversion: Reviewers emphasize the utility of converting various document types, including images and PDFs, into editable formats for easier editing and sharing. 82% of reviewers rated this feature as important or highly important.
Electronic Signature: Reviewers appreciate the convenience and security of signing documents digitally, eliminating the need for printing, signing, scanning, and resending. 80% of reviewers rated this feature as important or highly important.