Optical character recognition (OCR) software
Definition: The OCR software is used in conjunction with a PC and camera or scanner to copy printed text to the computer and hold it electronically so it can be read by a screen reader or magnified with software.
Category: technology
Credit: RNIB
Source: http://www.rnib.org.uk/livingwithsightloss/computersphones/pages/glossary.aspx
Last Updated: 17th of December 2025