SearchAblePDF – Convert scanned PDFs into searchable documents using OCR

Summary: SearchAblePDF converts scanned and image-based PDFs into fully searchable, selectable documents using OCR technology that supports over 35 languages and extracts 4.5 times more text. It preserves the original layout and processes files entirely in the browser without permanent storage.

What it does

It uses OCR to add a searchable text layer to scanned or image-heavy PDFs, enabling text selection and search while maintaining the original document layout.

Who it's for

Users needing to search and extract text from scanned documents, old PDFs, or image-based files without installing software.

Why it matters

It solves the problem of unsearchable scanned documents by enabling quick text search and selection within PDFs.