win-ocr

Name: win-ocr
Availability: InStock
Author: IrisGoLab

Extract text from images and screenshots using the Windows built-in OCR engine.

6|1|Updated Feb 2, 2026

Search Tags:#ocr #offline #multilingual #windows #image-text-extraction #windows-ocr

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npx skills add https://github.com/IrisGoLab/PCClaw --skill win-ocr

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Skill: win-ocr
Source: https://github.com/IrisGoLab/PCClaw/tree/main/skills/win-ocr
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/IrisGoLab/PCClaw --skill win-ocr

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Extract text from images and screenshots using Windows built-in OCR (multilingual, offline, zero dependencies).

Core Features & Use Cases

Multilingual OCR on images, screenshots, and live captures.
Fully offline — no API keys, no network, no external dependencies.
Runs on Windows 10 1809+ and Windows 11 with built-in WinRT OCR.

Quick Start

Capture an image or screenshot and run Windows OCR to extract text.

Frequently Asked Questions about win-ocr

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I extract text from images on Windows without an internet connection?▼

You can extract text from images offline using the built-in Windows OCR engine, which leverages the WinRT Windows.Media.Ocr API. It operates entirely without network access, API keys, or external dependencies on Windows 10 1809+ and Windows 11.

Does Windows 10 support multilingual OCR for screenshots out of the box?▼

Yes, Windows 10 1809+ and Windows 11 support multilingual OCR for screenshots natively. The built-in engine uses installed language packs to recognize and extract text from images without requiring external tools.

What is the best way to do offline OCR on Windows without installing extra dependencies?▼

Using the built-in Windows OCR engine is the best way to perform offline OCR without extra dependencies. It accesses the WinRT Windows.Media.Ocr API directly, requiring no third-party software installations or API configurations.

Can I use Windows OCR to extract text from live captures?▼

Yes, you can use Windows OCR to extract text from live captures, screenshots, and image files. The engine processes captured media offline using installed language packs for multilingual recognition.

Do I need to install additional language packs for multilingual image text extraction on Windows?▼

Yes, multilingual image text extraction relies on the language packs installed on your Windows system. The OCR engine uses these installed packs to recognize different languages without needing online translation services.

Why does Windows OCR fail to recognize certain languages on my machine?▼

Windows OCR might fail to recognize certain languages if the corresponding language packs are not installed on your system. The engine depends entirely on locally installed language packs for offline recognition via the Windows.Media.Ocr API.