Does OneNote convert handwriting to text?

Yes, Microsoft OneNote has the capability to convert handwritten notes to digital text. This functionality is especially useful for students, professionals, and anyone who frequently takes handwritten notes and needs them in a digital, editable format. The process is straightforward and available on both OneNote for Windows 10 and OneNote 2016. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Select the handwriting: Use the lasso tool to draw a circle around the handwritten text that you wish to convert.
2. Choose 'Ink to Text': Once the text is selected, navigate to the 'Draw' tab and click 'Ink to Text.' OneNote will convert the selected handwriting into digital text.

This conversion supports multiple languages and is generally quite accurate, but it may require some manual correction, especially for less legible handwriting. Note that the effectiveness of this feature relies on the quality and clarity of the handwriting.

If you have handwritten notes in PDF or image format that you want to convert to text, you can use HandwritingOCR at https://www.handwritingocr.com. This tool leverages OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology to convert scanned handwritten text into editable digital text.

Additional Tips:

• Clean Handwriting: Ensure that your handwriting is as clear and legible as possible for better conversion results.
• Good Resolution: If you're taking photos or scanning documents, ensure they are of high resolution to avoid errors in text recognition.
• Language Settings: Make sure that OneNote's language settings match the language of your handwriting for optimal accuracy.

For more complex documents with a mix of handwriting, images, and other elements, HandwritingOCR offers advanced features to handle a variety of text formats. Whether in apps, PDFs, or images, effective use of OCR technology can save you considerable time and effort in digitizing handwritten content.