Snip2Text

Snip2Text is a user-friendly application designed to help users capture specific areas of their screen, extract text from the selected region using Optical Character Recognition (OCR), and optionally analyze the extracted text using Claude, an AI-powered tool. This program is ideal for anyone needing to quickly digitize text from images, screenshots, or documents without manual typing.

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Features

• Screen Capture: Capture any region of your screen to extract text.
• Text Extraction: Use OCR technology to extract text from images.
• Text Analysis: Optionally analyze extracted text with Claude for further insights.
• Clipboard Integration: Quickly copy extracted or analyzed text to your clipboard.
• Simple User Interface: A clean, intuitive design to make the process effortless.

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Getting Started

Follow these steps to get started with Snip2Text:

Step 1: Download the Program

1. Navigate to the GitHub repository hosting Snip2Text.
2. Locate the Code button and select Download ZIP.
3. Save the ZIP file to your computer and extract it to a folder of your choice.

Step 2: Prepare for Use

Ensure you have the following installed:

• Python 3.8+: You can download it from python.org.

• Required Python Libraries:

  • Install the necessary libraries using the following commands:

    pip install tkinter pillow pytesseract requests

• Tesseract OCR: Install Tesseract from tesseract-ocr.github.io. After installation, update the pytesseract path in the script if needed (e.g., pytesseract.pytesseract.tesseract_cmd = r'C:\Program Files\Tesseract-OCR\tesseract.exe').

Step 3: Run the Program

1. Open the extracted folder.
2. Double-click on the snip2text.py file, or run it via Python:

   python snip2text.py

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Use Cases and Examples

Example 1: Extract Text from a Screenshot

1. Launch the program.
2. Navigate to the Capture tab and click Capture Screen Region.
3. Select the desired screen area. The extracted text will appear in the OCR Text tab.
4. Copy the text to your clipboard or analyze it further.

Example 2: Analyze Text Using Claude

1. After capturing text in the OCR Text tab, click Analyze with Claude.
2. If you have configured your Claude API key, the program will send the text for analysis and display results in the Claude Analysis tab.

Example 3: Digitizing Printed Documents

1. Use a scanner or camera to capture an image of the document.
2. Open the image on your screen and use the Capture Screen Region feature to extract its text.
3. Use the program's features to copy or analyze the content.

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Disclaimers and Updates

• Future Updates: The repository may be updated over time. These updates might introduce new features or changes that make this README file outdated. Be sure to check the repository for the latest information.
• No Guarantee: While efforts are made to keep this README up to date, there is no guarantee that it reflects the latest changes in the repository.
• API Key Requirement: To use the Claude analysis feature, users must obtain an API key and update the CLAUDE_API_KEY variable in the code.

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Enjoy using Snip2Text! With its simple interface and powerful functionality, it’s designed to make text extraction and analysis a breeze.