Surface Pro 6: Convert handwriting to text

If you use your Surface Pro 6 to write notes, it is worth pairing it with a pen. If you want to display the notes as text instead of handwritten, you can convert them directly. The process is possible with various applications.

How to convert handwriting to text on Surface Pro 6

If you want to create documents and notes on your Surface Pro 6 using a pen, then you can convert your handwriting to text using the appropriate application. There are several applications available for this, but it is best to use OneNote. The program already has integrated handwriting recognition.

1. Open your handwritten notes in OneNote or make them with the program. Then tap in the document on a place of your choice.
2. Select "Draw" at the top of the tabs.
3. Now click on the tool "Lasso selection".
4. Now draw on the lasso with your mouse, pen or finger to mark the desired text.
5. Now you have several options to choose from. Wählen Sie den Punkt „Freihand in Text“ aus.
6. Beim Konvertieren in Text werden ebenfalls alle Anpassungen wie Fettdruck auf den Text übernommen.
7. Anschließend können Sie weitere Änderungen am Text vornehmen oder ihn mit weiteren handschriftlichen Notizen erweitern.