Copy Text From Photos on iPhone

How to Copy Text From Photos on iPhone.

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Learn how to extract text and scan QR codes directly from your iPhone photos using Apple’s built-in Live Text feature. This tutorial shows you how to easily copy text from any image in your camera roll.

Demonstrated on iOS 18.5 with iPhone 16 Pro Max Titanium Black 256GB (Global model A3296 – MYWV3ZD/A)

What You Can Do With Live Text

Your iPhone can automatically detect and select text in photos, whether it’s:

• Screenshots
• Photos of documents
• Business cards
• Book pages
• Handwritten notes (in iOS 18)
• QR codes

How to Copy Text From Photos

Follow these simple steps to extract text:

1. Open the Photos app and select any image containing text
2. Press and hold on any visible text in the photo
3. Adjust the selection handles if needed to highlight the exact text you want
4. Choose Copy from the pop-up menu
5. Paste the text anywhere (Messages, Notes, etc.)

Alternative Method Through Camera

You can also extract text directly through your camera:

1. Open the Camera app
2. Point at text you want to capture
3. Tap the Live Text icon (appears when text is detected)
4. Select and copy the text as needed

How to Scan QR Codes in Photos

For QR codes saved in your camera roll:

1. Open the photo containing the QR code
2. Your iPhone will automatically detect it
3. Tap the yellow QR code notification that appears
4. Follow the link or action that pops up

Tips for Best Results

• Make sure text is clear and well-lit in photos
• Hold your phone steady when capturing text
• For small text, zoom in before taking the photo
• Clean your camera lens for sharper images
• If text isn’t detected, try cropping the photo first

Supported Devices and Languages

This feature works on:

• All iPhone models running iOS 15 or later
• Multiple languages (English, Spanish, Chinese, etc.)
• Both printed and (in iOS 18) handwritten text

Troubleshooting

If Live Text isn’t working:

1. Check that it’s enabled in Settings > Camera
2. Make sure you’re running iOS 15 or later
3. Try restarting your iPhone
4. Ensure the text isn’t blurry or obscured

Now you can quickly extract text from any photo – no more manual typing! Whether you need to save a recipe, capture contact info, or scan QR codes, your iPhone has you covered.

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