Convert old handwriting to readable text
Digitize historical letters, century-old diaries, genealogy records, and archival documents. Built for faded ink, aged paper, and old cursive styles.
Result
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Upload a photo, scan, or screenshot that contains handwritten text.
InkScan sends the file to the recognition API and extracts editable text.
Review the result, copy it, or export it for downstream workflows.
Supported formats
PDF support (up to 50 MB) is available with a free account.
For the best results, use high-contrast images with good lighting and minimal motion blur.
Tool FAQ
How old can the handwriting be?
InkScan works well on 18th–20th century handwriting. Very old scripts (pre-1700) or non-Latin historical scripts may have lower accuracy.
Can it handle faded or damaged documents?
It handles moderate fading and aging well. For very damaged documents, increasing contrast and cropping to the text area before upload helps.
Is this useful for genealogy research?
Yes. Genealogists use InkScan to transcribe census records, parish registers, old letters, and family documents.
What if the handwriting uses an old style I can't read?
The AI is trained on diverse handwriting styles including old cursive, copperplate, and Spencerian. Upload it and see — results are often better than manual reading.
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