Textquill

Textquill

Turn any image into text — private, on-device OCR

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Launched July 19, 2026

About Textquill

Textquill is a privacy-focused, on-device OCR tool designed for extracting text from images, screenshots, and web pages without uploading any data to external servers. Ideal for users who prioritize security and privacy, it enables quick and accurate text extraction directly on their device, supporting 16 languages, QR code reading, and read-aloud features. Its simple right-click or selection interface makes it accessible for both casual users and professionals needing rapid text conversion without the hassle of accounts or cloud uploads. Whether for extracting text from design mockups, research images, or online content, Textquill offers a seamless experience that emphasizes privacy and convenience. Its offline operation ensures sensitive data remains on the user's device, making it particularly appealing for privacy-conscious individuals and teams working with confidential information.

Screenshots

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Pros

  • Private and offline operation, ensuring data never leaves the device
  • Supports multiple languages and QR code reading
  • Fast, easy-to-use interface with right-click or selection options
  • No account, no tracking, and no uploads required
  • Exports to editable formats like TXT and Markdown

Cons

  • Limited to on-device processing, which may impact performance on lower-spec devices
  • Currently no mention of advanced editing or formatting features
  • No integration with cloud services or collaborative tools

Use Cases

1Extracting text from screenshots for quick editing or sharing
2Digitizing information from images for research or documentation
3Reading QR codes directly from images without additional apps
4Privacy-sensitive data extraction in professional environments
5Creating editable text from web images or online content
6Assisting visually impaired users with read-aloud features

Pricing

Likely offers a free, standalone version with core OCR features, potentially with premium options for additional functionalities or languages, though specifics are uncertain based on available info.

Quick Info

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Launched7/19/2026

Topics

Chrome ExtensionsDesign ToolsProductivity

Makers

Sundar Shahi Thakuri

Sundar Shahi Thakuri

Alternatives

Adobe Scan
Microsoft OneNote OCR
ABBYY FineReader
Tesseract OCR (open source)
Google Keep
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