What is VeryPDF PDF to TXT OCR Converter Command Line?

VeryPDF PDF to TXT OCR Converter

VeryPDF PDF to TXT OCR Converter is a super handy tool that helps you convert printed or handwritten text into electronic files. This process is known as Optical Character Recognition (OCR). So, when you scan a document and turn it into a PDF, this software can read the characters in that PDF and turn them into editable text formats like Text or Word documents.

How Does OCR Work?

Basically, OCR takes images of text and translates them into characters that your computer understands. It’s like giving your scanned documents a new life! VeryPDF’s tool is designed specifically for this purpose, making it easy for anyone to work with scanned documents.

Using the Command Line

The VeryPDF PDF to TXT OCR Converter works through the command line. Here are some simple commands you can use:

Convert All PDFs in a Folder

If you want to convert all PDF files in the D:\temp\ folder to text files, use this command:

for %F in (D:\temp\*.pdf) do pdf2txtocr.exe -ocr -lang deu "%F" "%~dpnF.txt"

Convert PDFs from Subdirectories

If you're looking to convert PDFs from the D:\temp\ folder and all its subfolders, try this:

for /r D:\temp %F in (*.pdf) do pdf2txtocr.exe -ocr "%F" "%~dpnF.txt"

Output Files to a Different Location

If you want to take those PDFs from D:\temp\ but save the output text files somewhere else, like C:\test, use this command:

for %F in (D:\temp\*.pdf) do pdf2txtocr.exe -ocr "%F" "C:\test\%~nF.txt"

Your Go-To Tool for Easy Conversion!

This tool is perfect if you're handling lots of scanned documents or need an easy way to turn images into editable text. Want to give it a try? You can download it here!

How Download Works

Go to the Softpas website, press the 'Downloads' button, and pick the app you want to download and install—easy and fast!