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I have a batch of scanned PDF files that include handwritten content. Each page must be turned into a clean, plain-text (.txt) version that mirrors the original wording line for line. Here’s what the job entails: • Run reliable OCR on every page—handwriting included—and manually proof to reach near-perfect accuracy. • Deliver one UTF-8 .txt file for each source PDF, keeping the original file names. • Preserve the natural reading order and paragraph breaks; no styling or formatting beyond plain text. Feel free to use whatever tools you trust—Tesseract, ABBYY FineReader, Adobe OCR, or your own workflow—as long as the final text is correct and complete. To start, quote for the first 50 pages and include a brief note on your typical accuracy level with handwritten OCR. A quick sample on two pages will help confirm quality before we proceed with the full set.
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Hi there, Myself suganya, hope you are doing good. i am clear with the instruction and happy to get the data from scanned PDF files that include handwritten content into text file. kindly consider this project for me. waiting for your message. Thanks
₹12,500 INR in 3 days
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Hi, my quote covers the first 50 pages, with one UTF-8 TXT file per source PDF and matching filenames. I will preserve reading order, paragraph breaks and wording, using OCR only as a starting point and checking the handwriting manually. I would not give an unsupported OCR accuracy percentage before seeing the writing; unclear words will be explicitly flagged for your clarification. We can begin with two representative pages as the first stage, then complete the approved batch in about four days. Please share the scan quality and language of the notes.
₹12,500 INR in 4 days
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₹12,500 INR in 31 days
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Hello, I understand the importance of accurately converting handwritten PDF files into clean text. My approach involves using reliable OCR tools followed by meticulous manual proofing to ensure near-perfect accuracy. I will deliver individual UTF-8 .txt files for each source PDF while maintaining the original file names and preserving the intended reading order. For the initial 50 pages, my typical accuracy level with handwritten OCR is around 90-95%, depending on the legibility of the handwriting. A quick sample on two pages can be completed promptly to confirm the quality before we proceed with the full batch. Could you share the average handwriting quality of your PDFs? Additionally, are you looking for a specific turnaround time for this initial set? Sone Joubert Studio SJ
₹15,000 INR in 30 days
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==== Hi - Albert here ==== **“ACCURATE HANDWRITTEN PDF TRANSCRIPTION”** — handwritten OCR needs careful human proofreading to preserve the original wording, line order, and paragraph breaks. I would process the first 50 pages using OCR where useful, followed by manual review against the scanned pages. Each source PDF would receive a matching UTF-8 `.txt` file with the original filename, natural reading order, and paragraph breaks preserved. Unclear words would be flagged rather than guessed, and I would check completeness before delivery. I would start with your requested two-page sample so you can assess the transcription quality before approving the larger batch. Handwriting accuracy depends on legibility, scan quality, and writing style, so I would confirm a realistic accuracy estimate after reviewing the sample. Could you share two representative pages, including the most difficult handwriting in the batch? Looking forward to work with you
₹25,000 INR in 2 days
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Hi! Quote for the first 50 pages: 12500 INR, and here is the accuracy note you asked for, with the part most people leave out. On handwriting, raw OCR lands between 90 and 97 percent depending on the hand, the scan and how much the ink bleeds. After my proofing pass the text is effectively clean, but the number that matters is not the average: it is what happens to the characters that cannot be recovered from context. Letters inside words can be fixed by reading the sentence. Digits, dates, sums, surnames and place names cannot: there is no context that tells you whether a figure is 1500 or 7500, and a confident guess there is worse than a gap, because you cannot tell it apart from a correct reading later. So my rule: anything I cannot read with certainty stays marked in place as [?] with the page and line, and comes to you as a short list. Everything else is proofed against the page, line by line, in the original reading order with paragraph breaks kept. Delivery is one UTF-8 .txt per PDF, original filenames. Send two or three of the worst pages you have, not the best ones, and I will return the text for them before anything is agreed, so the accuracy is measured on the hard part. One question: roughly how many pages in total, and is it one hand throughout or several?
₹12,500 INR in 3 days
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I transcribe and proofread documents, and I'll answer your accuracy question plainly first: with handwriting, OCR alone is never the accuracy figure that matters. Depending on the writer, a first OCR pass can miss anywhere from a few words to a large share of them. The accuracy you get comes from the manual pass after it. So my process is: OCR as the first pass, then I read every line of the .txt against the scan side by side and correct it by hand. On legible handwriting the final text comes out at 99% or better. Where a word truly can't be read, I mark it [illegible] rather than guess, so you always know which spots to check, and I keep that marker the same across every file so you can search for it. Delivery: one UTF-8 .txt per PDF with the original file name, line breaks and paragraph order kept, no formatting added. For the first 50 pages I'd have everything back to you in 4 days. Send me any two pages you like and I'll return the sample first, so you can judge the quality before we go ahead. What language is the handwriting in, and is it mostly one person's hand or several? Paulo
₹12,500 INR in 4 days
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Leveraging my skills in data entry and experience with working on PDFs, I am confident in my ability to tackle your project of converting handwritten PDFs to plain-text. Whether using Tesseract, ABBYY FineReader or even Adobe OCR, I am flexible and open to incorporating any process that will assure accurate outcomes. As a design and animation team, detail orientation has always been our forte - a competency that's crucial for the kind of precision you require for this task. During our normal operations, PrimePixel always seeks 100% client satisfaction. We value your time and resources; thus, before proceeding with the full set, we want you to have confidence in our workflow. That is why I'm happy to start with a quote for the first 50 pages while including a brief note on my typical accuracy level in handling handwritten OCR. Adding even more reliability to my pitch, I would like to propose providing a quick sample on two pages. This should solidify your trust in our capability and guarantee the high-level work output you can expect when putting this project in the hands of PrimePixel. Let's make sure your old paper becomes new information!
₹12,500 INR in 3 days
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Hi, I’m Anesia from Namibia. I’m passionate about providing reliable, professional service and helping clients turn their digital ideas into something real. I understand the importance of accurately converting your handwritten PDFs into clean text files. I have experience with OCR technology, ensuring each page is processed with precision and then meticulously proofread for near-perfect accuracy. For your project, I will utilize trusted tools to deliver a UTF-8 .txt file for each PDF, maintaining the original file names and preserving the natural reading order. My typical accuracy level with handwritten OCR is around 95-98%, depending on the handwriting quality. To start, my quote for the first 50 pages is $150. I’m more than happy to provide a quick sample on two pages to demonstrate the quality you can expect. I’d love to learn more about your project and help you take the next step. Let’s do this! I’m more than happy to help and give your project the attention it deserves. Regards, Anesia
₹16,900 INR in 7 days
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I can convert your scanned PDFs into clean TXT files that are easy to search, edit, and reuse, while keeping the original wording and natural text structure as closely as possible. I have 4 years of experience with OCR, PDF processing, document conversion, image processing, text extraction, Python, Tesseract, and data cleaning. Please open the chat window so that I can share my portfolio and we can proceed further on this project. In addition to your project needs, I'll provide you with clean source code, free bug patches, and maintenance. I am awaiting your positive response. Regards Shikha
₹12,500 INR in 7 days
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I can convert the first 50 handwritten/scanned pages into UTF-8 plain-text files, preserving reading order and paragraph breaks, with OCR followed by line-by-line proofing. I will flag genuinely ambiguous handwriting rather than guess, keep each output matched to the source filename, and include one correction pass after your review. I can also produce the requested two-page quality sample before the full batch proceeds.
₹12,500 INR in 3 days
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⚡ MOST FREELANCERS WILL TELL YOU WHAT THEY CAN DO. I’LL SHOW YOU WHAT I’VE ALREADY DONE Recently, I completed a project converting 100 handwritten PDF pages into plain text for a historical archive. The result? A 98% accuracy rate, with all documents delivered on time and formatted exactly as required. I have over five years of experience with OCR technologies, specifically with handwritten text. My expertise with tools like Tesseract and ABBYY FineReader ensures I understand the nuances of handwriting recognition and text accuracy. I recognize that your goal is to achieve clear, accurate text conversions that maintain the integrity of the original documents. I will run thorough OCR processes and meticulously proofread each page to ensure near-perfect results. Effective communication will be a priority throughout this project, ensuring your needs are met promptly and efficiently. I am confident that my approach will deliver the exceptional results you’re looking for. The difference between an average result and an exceptional one is usually decided before the work even begins. Regards, LuanCoetzee42
₹13,150 INR in 4 days
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I can convert your scanned handwritten PDFs into clean plain-text .txt files. My workflow: pdf2image + OpenCV preprocessing (deskew, denoise, contrast, binarization); handwriting OCR via TrOCR/Azure Document Intelligence/ABBYY FineReader, with Tesseract LSTM for printed text; then manual line-by-line proofing against each PDF. Final accuracy target: 99%+ for legible handwriting, 98%+ for difficult pages. Deliverables: one UTF-8 .txt per source PDF, original filenames, natural reading order and paragraph breaks preserved, plain text only. Quote for first 50 pages: USD 75. I will provide a free 2-page sample .txt first so you can verify quality before the full batch. Turnaround: 2-3 days.
₹12,500 INR in 3 days
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Hi, Quote for the first 50 pages: ₹14,000, delivered in 5 days. I'll do the two-page sample first, free, within 24 hours. Accuracy: Raw OCR on handwriting is only a first draft. I proof every line against the scan by hand, and final accuracy on legible handwriting is 99%+. Words I can't read with certainty are marked [illegible], never guessed, and you get a list with page and line numbers for each. Delivery: One UTF-8 .txt per PDF with the same file name. Reading order and paragraph breaks are preserved, with no added formatting. Please send your two hardest pages for the sample. What language is the handwriting in, and how many pages are there in total? Thanks, gongjiyang
₹15,000 INR in 5 days
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I can transcribe the first 50 handwritten pages into UTF-8 text files, using the original PDF filenames and preserving paragraph and line breaks. I will check the two-page sample first, then proofread the transcription against every scan and flag illegible text. I do not have a measured accuracy record to claim. My estimate is five days for the first 50-page batch, depending on handwriting density. My bid is INR 12,500.
₹12,500 INR in 5 days
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Not happy with the final result? Don’t pay. Your satisfaction comes first. I recently helped a client convert their handwritten documents into accurate, clean text files, and I’d love to do the same for you. I will apply reliable OCR tools and manually proofread each page to ensure near-perfect accuracy, paying close attention to the original wording and formatting. My focus is on delivering high-quality work, and I am committed to preserving the natural reading order and paragraph breaks in plain text files. For the first 50 pages, I quote $150. My typical accuracy level with handwritten OCR is around 95-98%, depending on the legibility of the handwriting. I am happy to provide a quick sample on two pages for your review. Send me a message and let’s discuss your project. Regards, Joey
₹16,900 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I can handle the first 50-page batch and deliver a clean UTF-8 plain-text file while preserving the original reading order and paragraph breaks. My workflow would combine OCR with careful manual proofreading against every scanned page, including the handwritten content. I will flag any genuinely unclear handwriting rather than guessing, and I can provide the requested two-page sample first so you can confirm the accuracy before I complete the batch. My bid of ₹25,000 covers the first 50 pages as requested, with delivery within 5 days. If the scans are reasonably clear, I would expect very high accuracy after manual verification. I’m also happy to continue with the remaining files after the first batch if the result meets your expectations.
₹25,000 INR in 5 days
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I can run OCR page by page, then manually compare every line against the scans and return one UTF-8 .txt file per PDF with matching names, reading order, and paragraph breaks. I will first transcribe your two-page sample and report any low-confidence words rather than claiming an unsupported accuracy percentage. This quote covers the first 50 legible pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page; acceptance and schedule remain conditional on the sample confirming handwriting quality and the batch staying within the agreed scope.
₹12,500 INR in 4 days
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Hi, You need your scanned handwritten PDFs turned into plain UTF-8 .txt files, one per PDF with the original file names, matching the wording line for line and keeping reading order and paragraph breaks. How we'd do it: 1. Run OCR on each page as a starting point, then proofread every line against the scan and correct the handwriting reading. 2. Keep line breaks, paragraph breaks and reading order; no styling, plain text only. 3. Mark any word we cannot read with confidence as [illegible] instead of guessing, so your spot-checks show exactly where to look. 4. Save each file as UTF-8 .txt under its source file name. Before delivery, a member of our team reviews the final files by hand against your brief, so please allow one extra day for that check. On accuracy: OCR alone is unreliable on handwriting, so we don't quote a percentage. The 2-page sample is free, so you can measure it against your scans yourself. Price: INR 13,000 fixed for the first 50 pages (about 13 hours), 2 free revision rounds. Delivery: pages 1-25 within 48 hours, all 50 within 4 days, including that check. Work starts once the milestone is funded. We are Octohands, a small studio with mechanical engineering, automation & control, design and finance roles. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/a29468789 Question: how many PDF files make up the first 50 pages?
₹13,000 INR in 4 days
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