How to convert handwriting to text in OneNote 365?

OneNote 365 offers a convenient way to convert handwritten notes into digital text, a feature especially useful for students, professionals, and anyone who prefers taking handwritten notes but needs them in a digital format later.

To convert your handwriting to text in OneNote 365, follow these steps:

1. Write your Notes: Open OneNote and write your notes using a stylus, touchscreen, or even a mouse.

2. Select the Handwritten Text: Use the Lasso Select tool. This tool allows you to draw around your handwritten notes to select them.

3. Convert to Text: After selecting the handwritten text, right-click and choose the option ‘Ink to Text’. OneNote will then convert your handwriting to printed text.

4. Editing and Adjustments: Once converted, you can edit the text just like any regular typed text in OneNote.

Tips for Better Conversion

• Clear Handwriting: Ensure your handwriting is as clear and legible as possible to enhance the accuracy of the conversion.
• Consistent Size: Writing with a consistent size helps the OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology better identify the characters.

Additional Tools

If you have handwritten notes saved in PDF format or as images, you can use online tools to convert those notes into digital text. HandwritingOCR, available at https://www.handwritingocr.com, is an excellent option for this purpose. Using such tools, you can upload your PDFs or images and get the converted text in just a few clicks.

By following these steps and tips, you can efficiently transform your handwritten notes into digital text, streamlining your workflow and making your notes easily searchable and editable.