Extract Image

Pure OCR text extraction from images. Returns only the recognized text, optimized for speed.

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Pure OCR
Text recognition without extras
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Speed Optimized
Fastest image-to-text conversion
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Auto-Rotate
Handles any image orientation
example.js
REST API
const formData = new FormData();
formData.append('file', fileInput.files[0]);

const response = await fetch(
  'https://api.skimming.ai/source/v1/api/extract/image',
  {
    method: 'POST',
    headers: {
      'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY',
    },
    body: formData
  }
);
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data.success.textContent);

What's in the API

Powerful features designed to help you build amazing applications with ease.

Pure OCR Engine

Focused text recognition without metadata overhead—just the extracted text you need.

Speed First Design

Optimized for fastest possible image-to-text conversion with minimal latency.

Automatic Orientation

Images automatically rotated for optimal OCR accuracy regardless of input orientation.

Multi-Language OCR

Recognize text in 100+ languages with automatic language detection.

High-Resolution Support

Process high-resolution images while maintaining fast response times.

Batch-Friendly Output

Clean text output ideal for bulk image processing workflows.

Common Use Cases

See how developers are using this API to solve real-world problems.

Form Digitization

Extract text from scanned forms.

Label Reading

OCR product labels and packaging.

Sign Recognition

Extract text from photos of signs.

Note Conversion

Convert handwritten notes to text.

Technical Specifications

Everything you need to know to integrate this API.

Endpoint

Base URL

/v1/source/v1/api/extract/image

HTTP Method

Request type

POST

Authentication

Security method

Bearer Token (API Key)

Rate Limit

Request limits

Based on subscription tier

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is this faster than Parse?

What about image orientation?

Can I batch multiple images?