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September 21, 2019
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Convert handwriting to typed text

  • September 21, 2019
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I would like to know if it is possible to convert handwriting (as in old letters) into typed text.

Thanks

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    JR Boulay
    Community Expert
    September 21, 2019

    Hi

     

    My Galaxy Notes well convert handwriting into typed text when using the stylus, but I don't know if it can work on imported images.

    Acrobate du PDF, InDesigner et Photoshopographe
    jane-e
    Community Expert
    September 21, 2019

    Hi BW,

     

    No, none of the Adobe applications will convert handwriting to typed text. You might want to hire an intern or high school student if there are hundreds, but make sure you have it worked out first.

    • I would use Redaction to remove the handwriting. Set the color to be transparent, not black, and Cmd+Drag to select the signature. (Ctrl+Drag on Windows)
    • First check with the Edit tool and see if the signatures are images that can simply be deleted.
    • Use the Edit tool to retype the names.

    Ask again if you need more clarification.

     

    ~ Jane

    Bernd Alheit
    Community Expert
    September 21, 2019

    Yes, re-type the text in InDesign or Word.

    bw515Author
    New Participant
    September 21, 2019
    Hi, as there are a lot of them, some many pages long, I was hoping to not have to retype them all.
    Bernd Alheit
    Community Expert
    September 21, 2019
    It is not possible with Adobe Acrobat.