Extract Text from Textbook Images
in seconds.
Stop retyping entire textbook pages. Snap a photo, drop it in GiveMeText, and get clean Markdown or plain text instantly. Works with printed text, formulas, diagrams with captions, and multi-column layouts.
Try It Free — No Sign-Up RequiredHow It Works
Photograph Your Textbook
Use your phone camera or take a screenshot. Any angle works — our AI corrects perspective automatically.
Upload & Choose Engine
Drag the image into GiveMeText. Pick Mistral for speed or Gemini for complex layouts like math formulas.
Copy Your Text
Get perfectly structured Markdown with headings, lists, and tables preserved. Copy to Google Docs, Notion, or anywhere.
Why GiveMeText?
Sub-Second Extraction
Our Mistral engine parses a full textbook page in under 2 seconds. No waiting around.
Preserves Structure
Headings, bullet points, numbered lists, and tables come through intact — not just a wall of text.
Works from Photos
Phone camera photos, scanned pages, screenshots, or PDFs. Any image format is supported.
Free to Start
No credit card required. Get 5 free extractions per session just by signing in with Google.
Frequently Asked Questions
What textbook formats does GiveMeText support?
GiveMeText handles any image of a textbook page — JPEG, PNG, WebP, and PDF. It works with printed textbooks, photocopied pages, e-textbook screenshots, and phone camera photos. Both single-column and multi-column layouts are supported.
Can it extract mathematical formulas from textbooks?
Yes. The Gemini engine is specifically optimized for complex layouts including mathematical notation, chemical formulas, and scientific diagrams. It outputs LaTeX-compatible markup for formulas.
Is GiveMeText free for students?
You get 5 free extractions every 12 hours when signed in with Google — perfect for daily study sessions. For heavier use during exam prep, affordable plans start at $2/day.
How accurate is the textbook extraction?
Our AI engines achieve 95-99% accuracy on clearly printed textbook pages. For degraded or handwritten content, the Gemini engine provides the best results with advanced spatial reasoning.
Can I extract text from textbooks in languages other than English?
Absolutely. The Gemini engine supports 50+ languages including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Hindi, Spanish, French, German, and many more. Switch to the Gemini engine for non-Latin scripts.
Ready to Extract Text?
Drop an image and get perfectly formatted text in seconds. No installation, no sign-up required.