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Optical character recognition, usually abbreviated to OCR, is the mechanical or electronic conversion of scanned images of handwritten, typewritten or printed text into machine-encoded text.

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What does OCR stand for in computer?

Optical Character Recognition.


What does OCR stand for in relation to OCR Software?

Optical Character Recognition. Essentially, OCR technology enables computers to "read" text within images. This process converts images of typed, printed, or even handwritten text into machine-readable text data. This data can then be edited, searched, and used in other software applications.


Question: In the world of data entry, what does the acronym OCR stand for?

Optical Character Recognition


What is OCR stands for in economics?

OCR can stand for a lot of things that can be used in economics. My best pick isofficial cash rate (OCR). This term is used in Australia and New Zealand for the bank rate and is the rate of interest which the central bank charges on overnight loans to commercial banks.


What is an OCR Reader?

A device that reads OCR.


What does ocr?

ocr a used in many different things


When was OCR-B created?

OCR-B was created in 1968.


When was OCR-A font created?

OCR-A font was created in 1968.


Where can I download Ocr software for no cost?

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What is a synonym for scanner?

OCR, optical character reading device, OCR device...


What is the OCR AS level maths syllabus?

Search on the OCR site. Note, however, that there is a new specification for OCR MEI maths form June 2013.


Is OCR INPUT device?

Yes, OCR or Optical Character Recognition is an input device.