KISS VIDEO LESSON: IMAGE TO TEXT CONVERSION (OCR)

We are proud to present another instructional video from the Erasmus+ project Keep It Short and Simple: Introduction to Assistive Technology for Visually Impaired Persons (KISS: Intro 2 AT 4 VIPs) — a collaboration led by the Split County Association of Blind People (Croatia), in partnership with La Brújula Formación Inclusiva S.L. (Spain) and the Intermunicipal Association of the Blind and Partially Sighted Kranj (Slovenia).

What’s Inside the Lesson
This video introduces a computer program that enables blind and partially sighted users to convert images into readable text using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology. Viewers will learn:

• How OCR software transforms printed or handwritten content into digital text
• Step-by-step demonstrations of the program in use
• Practical tips for applying OCR tools to read documents, packaging, signage, and more

Why It Matters
OCR technology is a vital tool for visually impaired persons. It provides access to printed information that would otherwise be inaccessible, promoting autonomy in both personal and professional settings. From reading mail to navigating public spaces, OCR opens up new possibilities for inclusion and empowerment.

Watch and learn:
All KISS video lessons and resources are available on the
KISS Virtual Resource Platform.
Accessible in Croatian, English, Slovenian, and Spanish.

Connect with us:

Split County Association of Blind People – Croatia
📧 split@udrugaslijepih.hr
📞 +385 21 483 658
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La Brújula Formación Inclusiva S.L. – Spain
📧 labrujula@formacioninclusiva.es
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Intermunicipal Association of the Blind and Partially Sighted Kranj – Slovenia
📧 pisarna@mdssk-drustvo.si
📞 +386 4 236 9830 | +386 51 444 660
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