Optical Character Recognition

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Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is a business solution for extracting text from images, or PDFs, into editable and searchable digital text.

Benefits of OCR

  • Automates the data entry process.

  • Reduces errors and enhances accuracy.

  • Reallocates physical storage space by digitizing documents and securely storing data.

  • Enables faster document handling.

  • Saves resources by processing larger volumes of data efficiently.

Use Cases of OCR

  • Automated Data Extraction from Shipping Documents: Extract data from Bills of Lading, Packing Lists, and Commercial Invoices.

  • Customs Documentation Processing - Extract key information from Customs declarations, Import/Export Permits, and ensure Audit Readiness.

  • Real-Time Shipment Tracking - Capture and integrate Bills and Proof of Deliveries (PODs).

  • Enhancing Inventory Management - Digitize inventory records, including Warehouse Receipts, Dispatch Orders, and Freight Labels.

  • Streamlining Accounting & Billing - Capture of invoices and receipts for faster processing.

  • Supporting Customer Service with Digital Records - Share digitized order documents with clients to improve customer service.

  • Insurance Claims Management - Digitize, organize, and categorize documents for faster claims processing.

  • Optimizing Fleet Management - OCR simplifies the scanning and organizing of fuel logs and driver expense documentation.

Uploading Files

  • Drag and Drop: Easily upload files by dragging them into the tool.

  • Browse for File: Alternatively, use the Browse option to select a file manually.

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File Options

  • Zoom: Use Zoom In or Zoom Out to adjust the file’s display size.

  • Fit Options: Choose Fit Width or Fit Height to optimize the file’s view.

  • Rotate: Rotate the document to align it as needed.

  • Delete: Delete the document if it is not required.

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Processing Files with OCR

  • Activate OCR Pro: The tool recognizes text and displays it in the output field.

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Set Regions & Labels

  • Enable the “Set Regions & Labels” option to define specific areas for text recognition.

  • Use the bounding boxes to draw regions and assign appropriate labels to each defined area.

  • Activate OCR Pro to process the configured regions.

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Output Options

  • Text/Table: Select Table to capture table values or Text to capture paragraphs.

  • Redraw Box: Redefine the selection region if needed.

  • Copy Option: Copy the processed text to the clipboard.

  • Reset Option: Reset any changes or added text in the output field.

  • Delete Option: Remove the configured region and its associated output.

  • Export: Upon exporting, the results for each labelled region will be organized into separate sheets within a single workbook.

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Extracting Table Data

  • Configured regions are processed to extract data as table values.

  • Selecting a column enables the option to generate a line chart for detailed analysis of the values.

  • The generated line chart can be downloaded in the desired format for further use.

  • Upon exporting, the tables for each labelled region will be organized into separate sheets within a single workbook.

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Save Templates

  • Save the configured regions and labels as a Template for future use.

  • Templates streamline processing for similar file types.

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Reusing Templates

  • When re-uploading a file, select from your saved templates to avoid reconfiguring regions and labels.

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Toolbar Options

  • Undo: Revert the most recent action or change.

  • Redo: Reapply the previously undone action.

  • Remove All: Delete all configured regions.

  • Box Count: Displays the total number of configured regions.

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Multi-Tab Processing

  • The tool supports processing different inputs across multiple tabs, improving workflow efficiency.

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