Have you ever found yourself staring at an image filled with text, wishing you could easily extract and edit it? Whether it’s a scanned document, a screenshot, or a photo of a whiteboard, manually typing out the text can be time-consuming and error-prone. This is where DeepSeek comes in—this hot new and powerful AI chatbot, which can be used to simplify text extraction from images.
In this guide, we’ll explore how DeepSeek can help you extract text effortlessly and introduce you to PDFelement, a versatile tool that enhances your document management workflow.
This is where PDFelement, a cutting-edge PDF solution, comes in. PDFelement allows you to convert DeepSeek chats to PDF quickly and efficiently, preserving all essential details while enhancing usability.
In this article
- DeepSeek for OCR – Overview
- How to Extract Text from Images Using DeepSeek
- Introducing PDFelement – Enhance Your Text Extraction Workflow
- Why Choose PDFelement for Text Extraction?
- How to Extract Text from PDF
- How to Extract Text from Images in PDF
- DeepSeek vs. PDFelement – Which is Better for Text Extraction?
DeepSeek for OCR – Overview
DeepSeek leverages AI to extract text from images with high accuracy. Whether you’re working with scanned documents, photos, or screenshots, DeepSeek can quickly convert the text in these images into editable and searchable formats
Key Features of DeepSeek OCR:
- DeepSeek Image to Text: Extract text from images in seconds.
- DeepSeek Read Image: Accurately recognize text from complex layouts, handwritten notes, or low-quality images.
- Efficiency: Saves time by automating text extraction with AI-powered recognition.
By leveraging DeepSeek’s OCR capabilities, you can save time, reduce manual effort, and improve productivity.
How to Extract Text from Images Using DeepSeek
Extracting text from images with DeepSeek is a straightforward process. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get you started:
Step 1 Upload Your Image
Start by uploading the image file from which you want to extract text. DeepSeek supports various image formats, including JPEG, PNG, and BMP.

Step 2 Enter the prompt and run OCR
Enter the prompt, like “Extract the text from the image,” and then use DeepSeek’s AI to process the image and extract text.

Step 3 Review and Edit
Check the extracted text for accuracy and make necessary adjustments.

Step 4 Export and Use
Copy and use the text in documents, reports, or any required format.
Introducing PDFelement – Enhance Your Text Extraction Workflow
While DeepSeek excels at image-to-text conversion, PDFelement offers a robust solution for handling extracted text within documents. PDFelement provides an AI-powered OCR tool for extracting text from images and scanned PDFs, ensuring seamless document management.
Key Features of PDFelement:
- OCR for Scanned PDF: Extract text from scanned PDFs and images precisely.
- Edit PDF: Modify text, images, and layouts effortlessly.
- Annotate PDF: Add comments, highlights, and notes.
- Convert PDF: Export documents to Word, Excel, and more formats.
With PDFelement, you can streamline your workflow and handle all your document needs in one platform.
Why Choose PDFelement for Text Extraction?
PDFelement stands out as a powerful tool for text extraction and document management. Here’s why:
1. Accuracy:
PDFelement’s AI-powered OCR ensures precise text extraction, even from low-quality images or complex layouts.
2. Ease of Use:
The user-friendly interface makes it easy to extract, edit, and manage text without a steep learning curve.
3. Versatility:
PDFelement is more than just an OCR tool. It’s an all-in-one solution for editing, annotating, and converting documents.
4. Cost-Effective:
Compared to other tools, PDFelement offers advanced features at an affordable price, making it a great choice for individuals and businesses alike.
How to Extract Text from PDF
The following steps outline how to extract text from a PDF using PDFelement.
Step 1 Add PDF files
Download and install PDFelement. Next, open the PDF files from which you want to extract text.

Step 2 Extract the text from PDF
After opening the file, click the “Edit” tab and choose the “Edit” icon. Then, right-click the text to select “Copy” and extract the required text.

How to Extract Text from Images in PDF
To extract text from images in your PDF, follow these steps in PDFelement.
Step 1 Open your image-based PDF
Once you have installed PDFelement, open the program to perform OCR on your PDF file. Click on “Open files” to select and open the scanned file

Step 2 Perform OCR
After you have opened the file on the program, it will detect that it is a scanned document and suggest that you need to perform OCR on it. Click on the “Perform OCR” option in the top blue bar, then select an OCR language and click “OK.” It will be set to English by default, but you can change it.

Step 3 Extract Text from an Image PDF
After completing OCR, you can extract text from your PDF. To do this, visit the “Edit” tab and click the “Edit” switch button at the top right. Highlight the text you wish to extract, then right-click and select “Copy.”

DeepSeek vs. PDFelement – Which is Better for Text Extraction?
Both DeepSeek and PDFelement offer powerful text extraction capabilities, but they excel in different scenarios:
- DeepSeek: Ideal for quick, one-off text extraction tasks, especially when working with images.
- PDFelement: Best for comprehensive document management, including OCR, editing, and conversion.
If you’re looking for a tool that combines text extraction with advanced document handling, PDFelement is the clear winner.
Conclusion
DeepSeek simplifies text extraction from images with AI-powered OCR, making it a valuable tool for quick text conversion. However, PDFelement offers additional features like OCR, text editing, annotation, and format conversion for a complete document management solution.
Ready to streamline your text extraction process? Try Wondershare PDFelement today for seamless document handling and enhanced productivity.