1. Before you even think about running OCR, your images need to be ready! This post dives deep into essential image preprocessing techniques like de-skewing, noise reduction, contrast adjustment, and resolution optimization. Learn how these steps directly impact OCR accuracy and discover free online tools to enhance your image quality. We'll also cover common pitfalls and how to avoid them."
  2. Keywords: OCR, image preprocessing, image enhancement, de-skewing, noise reduction, contrast, resolution, image quality, text recognition, OCR accuracy
  3. Target Audience: Beginner to intermediate OCR users