# What is OCR for invoices?
OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for invoices is technology that automatically reads and extracts text and data from invoice images or PDFs. It converts scanned documents or photos into machine-readable, searchable, and editable data. Modern invoice OCR uses AI and machine learning to: identify invoice fields (vendor name, date, amount, line items), handle various invoice layouts and formats, recognize handwriting, correct errors, and extract data with 95-99% accuracy. OCR eliminates manual typing, processes invoices in seconds instead of minutes, and enables automated invoice processing workflows. Advanced systems combine OCR with NLP (Natural Language Processing) to understand context and validate extracted data.
## Key Takeaways
- OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for invoices is technology that automatically reads and extracts text and data from invoice images or PDFs.
- It converts scanned documents or photos into machine-readable, searchable, and editable data.
- Modern invoice OCR uses AI and machine learning to: identify invoice fields (vendor name, date, amount, line items), handle various invoice layouts and formats, recognize handwriting, correct errors, and extract data with 95-99% accuracy.
## Related Topics
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