Bob

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Bob is a macOS translation and OCR software that offers features like word translation, screenshot translation, and input translation. It supports various translation and OCR services, including Google Translate and DeepL.

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Pricing

Open Source

Free tier

Yes

API

Skill level

Non-technical

About

What is Bob?

Bob is a comprehensive translation and OCR software designed specifically for macOS users. It provides a versatile suite of features, including real-time word translation, convenient screenshot translation, and direct input translation. The tool supports multiple translation services such as Google Translate, DeepL, and Tencent Translation, ensuring a wide range of options for users. Beyond translation, Bob excels in OCR functionality, allowing users to extract text from images through screenshot OCR, silent screenshot OCR, and Finder image selection OCR. It also offers offline recognition, continuous recognition, and QR code recognition, making it a powerful utility for anyone needing to process text from various sources on their Mac.

Best used for

Ideal for macOS users who need to quickly translate text from selected words, screenshots, or direct input, extract text from images using OCR, and recognize QR codes. Especially valuable for those who require a versatile tool supporting multiple translation and OCR services.

Common actions

translate text

extract text from images

recognize QR codes

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Capabilities

Key features

Word translation
Screenshot translation
Input translation
Multiple translation services
Screenshot OCR
Offline OCR
QR code recognition

Target Audience

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Integrations

Not yet documented

Pricing & Plans

Open Source

Free

FAQs

Is Bob an open-source software?

No, Bob is not open-source software. The GitHub repository was previously used for feedback, but users are now directed to a specific link for contact and support. While the code is available, it's not under an open-source license.

What types of translation does Bob support?

Bob supports various translation methods, including word translation (selecting text), screenshot translation (capturing an area), and input translation (typing text). It also integrates with PopClip for quick translations from selected text.

Can Bob perform OCR on images from my computer?

Yes, Bob can perform OCR on images from your computer. In addition to screenshot OCR, it offers 'Finder image selection OCR,' allowing you to select one or more image files from a Finder window for text recognition.

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