This is achieved by scanning the document and then using OCR (optical character recognition) methods to convert the scanned image of the text into editable text.

This solution allows CamScanner to convert scanned PDF into Excel spreadsheets or PPT or extract text from an image. CamScanner believes that workplaces’ future is going to be more digitalized.

A Microsoft feature allows users to easily convert images of handwritten notes into Excel spreadsheets using their smartphones.