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The internal standard operating procedures for FIU Libraries' digital collections

PrimeOCR

PrimeOCR is a robust Optical Character Recognition (OCR) software designed for high-volume processing of scanned documents and images. It excels at handling large batches of files, delivering clean and accurate text output for projects that require efficient digitization at scale. PrimeOCR is tailored for structured and organized workflows, unlike more general-purpose OCR tools, making it a powerful option for large digitization projects.

In the Digital Collections Center, PrimeOCR is installed on one dedicated computer and is available for batch processing. DCC staff members are responsible for running the software and can assist with organizing your files and initiating the OCR process.

Why use PrimeOCR for your project?

Strengths

  • Batch Processing Capabilities: PrimeOCR is optimized for handling large batches of files, making it ideal for extensive digitization projects.
  • High Accuracy: The software delivers precise OCR results, minimizing errors in the output text.
  • Clean Output: Produces well-organized and structured text files with minimal post-processing needed.

Limitations

  • Staff-Managed: PrimeOCR must be operated by DCC staff, meaning users do not have direct access to the software.
  • File Structure Requirements: Proper file organization and naming conventions must be in place before processing can begin, requiring some preparation.
  • Limited Pre-Processing Options: Unlike some OCR tools, PrimeOCR offers fewer features for enhancing or cleaning up scanned images before OCR.
  • Minimal Rekeying/Editing Options: The software focuses on outputting accurate text but provides limited functionality for editing or modifying the OCR results.