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How to convert inaccessible or scanned PDFs to the mobile app with OCR

Kim Smith avatar
Written by Kim Smith
Updated over a week ago

Use OCR to convert scanned .pdf files to read and listen to in the app.

Upload a Scanned PDF

Scanned PDF files need OCR (optical character recognition) technology to convert the images of text into a readable document file. 20 pages may be converted at a time.
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OCR is included with a subscription to Premium, Plus, or EDU. Ensure you are logged into your account or upgrade to use the feature.

  1. Tap Add

  2. Tap Document

  3. Locate and select the PDF file from your device

  4. Tap Play to initiate the OCR prompt

  5. Set a page range, then tap Convert Now

  6. Tap Play to listen


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