How to Extract Text from Screenshots on Desktop and Mobile
2026-07-30•ImageToTxt Editorial Team
Step-by-step ways to copy text from screenshots using paste, upload, and the right format choices.
Screenshots are often the easiest files to work with because text is already sharp and front-facing. Desktop users can usually paste directly without saving a file first.
Desktop workflow
Capture the region you need, click the upload area, and paste the screenshot directly into the page when your operating system supports clipboard images.
- Windows: Win + Shift + S
- macOS: Cmd + Shift + 4
- Linux: save or copy depending on your desktop environment
Mobile workflow
Take the screenshot on your phone and upload it from Photos or Gallery. If the browser supports image paste, you can use that shortcut too.