Handwriting Recognition and Text Conversion via Deep Convolutional Networks
Akshat Newalkar1, Himanshu Khade 2, Dhiraj Khandare3, Divy Patel4, Prof. Nitisha Rajgure5
1BE Student of Dept. of Computer Engineering, Zeal College of Engineering and Research Pune
2BE Student of Dept. of Computer Engineering, Zeal College of Engineering and Research Pune
3BE Student of Dept. of Computer Engineering, Zeal College of Engineering and Research Pune
4BE Student of Dept. of Computer Engineering, Zeal College of Engineering and Research Pune
5Assoc. Prof. of Dept. of Computer Engineering, Zeal College of Engineering and Research Pune
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Abstract - The digital transformation of documents has become essential across various sectors such as banking, education, and administration. This paper presents a system that converts handwritten characters into machine-readable text using Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs). CNNs, known for their strong image processing capabilities, are utilized here to identify and interpret individual handwritten characters even those that are highly inconsistent or poorly written. The model is trained on a comprehensive dataset of handwritten samples, allowing it to learn complex patterns in handwriting through its layered feature extraction mechanism. Experimental results highlight the high accuracy and low error rate achieved by the CNN-based system, proving its effectiveness in real-time applications and showcasing its potential for large-scale deployment across industries. Moreover, the system's ability to handle different handwriting styles makes it highly adaptable to various use cases, including personal note-taking and automated document scanning. As more handwritten data is digitized, this technology can facilitate faster and more efficient data processing across multiple fields. Future improvements to the model could focus on enhancing its ability to recognize handwritten text in noisy or distorted conditions, further broadening its scope. These advancements are expected to contribute significantly to the growing trend of paperless environments and smarter document management systems. By leveraging CNNs, the system provides a reliable and scalable solution for the increasing demand for automated text recognition.
Key Words: Handwriting Recognition, Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN), Handwriting-to-Text, Image Processing, Document Digitization, Machine Learning, etc.
