character recognition

Character recognition, often referred to as Optical Character Recognition (OCR), is a technology that converts different types of documents, such as scanned paper documents, PDFs, or images, into editable and searchable data. It uses algorithms to identify and interpret letters and numbers from images, enabling computers to "read" text. This technology improves accessibility, digitizes printed information, and is widely used in various applications, including automated data entry, mail sorting, and text analysis. Essentially, it allows machines to understand and process written language, facilitating easier interaction between humans and computers.