OCR extract text

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v1.0

Description

This shortcut lets you select an area of the screen, extracts the text from the screenshot using OCR, and automatically copies it to the clipboard. It provides a fast and free way to copy text from images, apps, or documents without needing a paid third-party app. You can also assign a Spotlight shortcut to run it instantly from anywhere on macOS. ⚠️ Disclaimer This shortcut is designed for macOS only and is not useful on iPhone or iPad.

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Version: 1.0

Released: 9 months ago

Last Updated: 9 months ago

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