Text Grab for PC Windows

Text Grab for Windows

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4.6 $9.99
Copy any text you see on screen using quick and easy OCR.

Overview

A quick app to grab any on screen text using the Optical Character Recognition (OCR) built into Windows 10. Text Grab does not need to run in the background and does not require the internet to work. This app was built to be quick and get out of the way, making you more productive on Windows. By using the built-in notifications, minimal clicks, and quick startup; Text Grab can easily be used hundreds of times a day! Text Grab uses your Windows installed language to recognize text, so it is available in many different languages. Where Text Grab is useful - Pictures - PDFs - Application text - Videos - Websites Any mixture of the above Text Grab has three different modes. Mode 1: Fullscreen capture This works by simply selecting a rectangular region, or just clicking a word, and Text Grab attempts to copy any text within the region to the Windows Clipboard. Mode 2: Grab Frame This is a floating window which can be placed over any window. This window will attempt to capture any text within the bounds of the Window. Mode 3: Edit Text Window In this mode Text Grab is like a super charged Notepad. With a plain text area, you can capture, collect, and manipulate the text. To view the history of what Text Grab has copied open the Windows Clipboard History with Windows key + V Text Grab is open source on GitHub: https://github.com/TheJoeFin/Text-Grab Feel free to open issues, fork the repo, or open a pull request.

Features

OCRScreenshot OCRManipulate textClean dataFind tables in imagesMachine vision

What's new

v4.8.0 February 2025 - Search the Quick Simple Lookup using RegEx - Edit the Grab Frame images to improve OCR - Invert colors - Increase contrast - Adjust brightness - The language of the Edit Text Window can be set with a drop down v4.7.0 December 2024 1. Searching history in the Quick Simple Lookup - Find and open previous Edit Text Windows or Grab Frames - Different items are signified by an icon on the left - Can be disabled for previous behavior 2. Post grab actions - Can fix GUIDs - Try to insert - Trim lines - Remove duplicate lines - Default web search (configurable in Settings)

Additional Information

  • Developed by Joseph Finney
  • Version 2025.02.24
  • Requires

    Available on: PC

    OS: Windows 10 version 19041.0 or higher

  • Published 2020-12-29
  • Size 338.09 MB
  • File Type appx/msix
  • Language
    English (United States)
  • Permissions

    Uses all system resources

  • Microsoft Store ID 9mznkqj7sl0b

How to download and install Text Grab from the Microsoft

To download and install Text Grab for PC from Microsoft, here are two methods you can follow. Copy any text you see on screen using quick and easy OCR.. You can access the app directly on the Microsoft Store.

Method 1: Download and Install via the Microsoft Store

This is the most straightforward and secure way to get Text Grab.

Step 1: Open the Microsoft Store

  • Click the Start Menu (Windows logo) at the bottom-left corner of your screen.
  • Search for Microsoft Store in the search bar and open it.
  • Step 2: Search for Text Grab

  • In the Microsoft Store, type Text Grab into the search bar at the top and press Enter.
  • Select the app from the search results to open its detail page.
  • Step 3: Download and Install

  • Click the Get button (if the app is free) or Install to begin the download.
  • The app will automatically install after the download is complete.
  • Step 4: Access the App

  • Once installed, you can find Text Grab in your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to use.
  • Method 2: Download from the Official Microsoft Website

    If you prefer downloading directly from the web, you can use the official Microsoft website.

    Step 1: Visit the Text Grab Page

  • Open your browser and go to the Text Grab page
  • Step 2: Download the App

  • Click the Get in Store app button on the webpage.
  • This will redirect you to the Microsoft Store app on your PC.
  • Step 3: Install Text Grab

  • Follow the same steps as in Method 1 to download and install Text Grab.
  • Step 4: Use Text Grab

  • Launch Text Grab from your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Tips for a Smooth Installation

  • Ensure your PC is connected to the internet.
  • Keep your Windows operating system updated for the best performance.
  • Conclusion:

    Both methods ultimately utilize the Microsoft Store, ensuring the app's safety and reliability. Whether you prefer browsing within the Store or starting via the website, both approaches lead you to successfully download and install Text Grab.
    Text Grab for PC Windows

    Text Grab for PC

    4.6 $9.99

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    Text Grab 2025.02.24

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    2025-02-24

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