Bluebeam Tip: Enhance Workflow Efficiency by Converting Scanned PDFs to Editable Text with OCR in Bluebeam Revu

Converting scanned PDFs into editable text is a crucial step in streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity in Bluebeam Revu. Here's how you can efficiently transform your scanned documents into searchable and editable PDFs.

Using Optical Character Recognition (OCR):

Bluebeam Revu eXtreme offers an OCR feature that converts scanned images into text.

1. Open your scanned PDF in Bluebeam Revu eXtreme.
2. Navigate to the "Document" menu and select "OCR".
3. In the OCR dialog box, configure the settings:
   • Language: Choose the document's language.
   • Pages: Specify the pages to process.
   • Output: Decide between creating a new file or overwriting the existing one.
4. Click "OK" to initiate the OCR process.

Benefits of OCR in Bluebeam Revu:

• Searchability: Make text selectable and searchable, improving document navigation.
• Editability: Enable text editing for corrections or updates.
• Data Extraction: Copy and paste text into other applications for further use.

Tips for Optimal OCR Results:

• High-Quality Scans: Use clear, high-resolution scans to improve accuracy.
• Clean Backgrounds: Minimize background noise or marks on the scanned document.
• Correct Orientation: Ensure pages are properly oriented before running OCR.

Enhance your workflow with Bluebeam Revu eXtreme. By converting scanned PDFs to text, you're unlocking the full potential of your documents, making them more accessible and easier to work with.

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