Gboard bringing ‘Scan Text’ tool to copy text from images
Google is developing a new feature for Gboard that will enable users to scan text from images and insert it into the input field. The latest beta has a hidden feature that includes a “Scan text” tile on the toolbar.
By tapping on this new tile, users will be able to access the built-in camera interface, which will instruct users to “Take a photo of words to scan” and then use OCR to highlight the recognized text on the image. After that, users will be able to select the text they want to copy and paste it into the input field.
This feature could be useful for users who want to quickly capture text from various sources and use it for different purposes, such as translation, and messaging. The feature could also save users the trouble of switching between different apps.
The feature is not yet available by default and Google has not made any official announcement about its release date but it was discovered in the latest beta version 13.06.04. However, users who are interested in trying it out can join the Gboard beta program and use the scan text feature.
