Microsoft has introduced an exciting new feature to the Snipping Tool in Windows 11, enhancing the user experience with a text extractor capability. This innovative addition allows users to effortlessly extract text from images, streamlining tasks that once required tedious manual input.
Enhanced Functionality for Users
The update, now available in the Dev and Canary channels, enables users to select specific regions of an image to scan for text. Once the desired area is highlighted, individuals can either manually select the text they wish to copy or utilize the convenient “Copy all text” button located in the toolbar. This feature significantly reduces the time spent on data entry and increases productivity.
Moreover, the Snipping Tool offers additional options to refine the text extraction process. Users can access a “More options” dropdown menu, which includes functionalities such as “Remove line breaks” from the copied text. For those who prefer a more automated approach, the “Automatically copy text” selection allows users to dismiss the Snipping Tool while simultaneously copying all text from the selected region directly to the clipboard.
To experience this new feature, users simply need to open the Snipping Tool and click on the newly added “Text Extractor” button. However, it’s important to note that this functionality is currently limited to those on the Dev or Canary channels of Windows 11. For users not wishing to wait for a broader rollout, Microsoft’s PowerToys suite has long included text extraction capabilities, providing a viable alternative for power users eager to leverage this technology.
As Microsoft continues to innovate and enhance its software offerings, the integration of such user-friendly features into widely used tools like the Snipping Tool reflects a commitment to improving efficiency and accessibility for all Windows users.
