Convert handwriting to digital text - OCR vs ICR

Nebo uses ICR (Intelligent Character Recognition) technology to convert handwritten text, math equations, and diagrams into a digital format. Unlike OCR, Nebo focuses solely on handwriting recognition and does not support text extraction from images.

Types of Pages in Nebo

Nebo supports 4 types of pages: Notebook, Board, Document, and Imported PDFs.

Using ICR in Nebo

A. Document Pages

• Text: Handwrite text between the lines, then double-tap the text object or tap on the right of the screen and select Convert all.
• Math: Add a Math block (+ > Math object), write the equation, then double-tap or tap on the right and select Convert all. Learn more: Math.
• Diagrams: Add a Diagram block (+ > Diagram object), draw your diagram, then double-tap or tap on the right and select Convert all. Learn more: Diagrams.

B. Notebook Pages, Boards, and PDFs

• Text: Use the Lasso tool to select text. A menu will appear, allowing you to choose the conversion option. Learn more:
  • Handwriting on a Note Page.
  • Keyboard and Text Conversion on a Note Page.
• Shapes: Learn more: Creating Shapes on a Note Page.
• Math: Nebo processes math differently depending on the page type. Learn more: Using Math in Nebo.

Key Notes

• Nebo only supports ICR for handwriting recognition, not OCR for text extraction from images.
• To undo accidental conversions, tap the Undo button.
• Math solver is exclusive to Document pages.

For more details, visit: Quick Start.