PNG is the go-to format for screenshots and graphics, which often contain text you'd rather not retype. This tool runs OCR on your PNG to extract that text as editable characters, entirely in your browser.
The recognition engine loads once, then reads your image.
How to use PNG to Text Converter
Using PNG to Text Converter takes only a few seconds and just four simple steps — no sign-up, no software, and nothing to learn:
- Upload a PNG: Add the PNG screenshot or graphic with text.
- Recognise text: The OCR engine reads the words from the image.
- Edit: Correct any mistakes in the text box.
- Copy or download: Copy the text or save a .txt file.
What you can do with PNG to Text Converter
PNG to Text Converter is built to do one job well, and gives you everything you need to get it exactly right:
Ideal for screenshots. PNG screenshots usually have crisp, readable text.
Local processing. Your PNG stays in your browser.
Editable output. Adjust the text before copying it.
Free, no watermark. Use it as often as you need.
Screenshots into editable text
Because PNG screenshots tend to be sharp, they're some of the best images for OCR. This tool turns the text in them into something you can paste into a doc, message, or note in seconds.
Whether you need it once or every day, PNG to Text Converter keeps the process quick and predictable. Because it focuses on a single task, there are no crowded menus to wade through — you open the page, set what you need, and get your result. That simplicity is exactly why a dedicated image tool beats a heavyweight editor for a job like this.
Everything runs in your browser
Unlike most online tools, PNG to Text Converter never uploads your image to a server. The moment you choose a file, it is processed right here in your web browser using your own device's power. Nothing is sent over the internet, nothing is stored, and nothing is shared with anyone.
That gives you two real advantages. First, it is private: sensitive documents, ID photos and personal files never leave your computer or phone. Second, it is fast — there is no slow upload or download round-trip, so even large files are handled almost instantly. And it is completely free, with no watermark added to your result and no account required.
Tips for the best results
- Start from the highest-quality original you have — the better the input, the better the result from PNG to Text Converter.
- Check the exact requirement — size, dimensions, or format — before you begin, so you only need to do it once.
- Ideal for screenshots: PNG screenshots usually have crisp, readable text.
- Local processing: Your PNG stays in your browser.
- Everything is repeatable — if the result isn't quite right, just adjust the settings and run it again. Nothing is uploaded, so you can try as many times as you like.
Frequently asked questions
Are PNG screenshots good for OCR?
Yes — their crisp edges usually give very accurate results compared with photographed text.
Does transparency matter?
Transparent areas are treated as background; the engine focuses on the visible text.
Is the PNG uploaded?
No — OCR runs locally in your browser.
Is PNG to Text Converter free to use?
Yes — PNG to Text Converter is completely free. There is no account to create, no subscription, and no watermark added to your result. Use it as many times as you need.
Do I need to install anything?
No. PNG to Text Converter runs entirely in your web browser on any modern device — Windows, Mac, Android or iPhone. There is nothing to download or install.
Ready to start? Scroll back to the top, drop your image into PNG to Text Converter, and download the finished file in seconds — free, private, and right inside your browser.