OCR Capture for Invoices: Handwritten Invoices Are Not Supported

Created by jl gates, Modified on Sat, 25 Jan at 10:26 AM by jl gates

Our accounts payable automation SaaS leverages advanced Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to streamline the processing of invoice data. However, the system is optimized for machine-generated documents, and here are the details regarding handwritten invoices:

  1. Handwritten Invoices Are Not Supported
    Due to the variable nature of handwriting styles and the limitations of OCR technology in accurately interpreting freeform text, our system does not support the processing of handwritten invoices. Submitting these may result in errors or incomplete data capture.

  2. Preferred Invoice Formats
    Our OCR technology is designed to work with invoices that are generated using typewriters, computer software, or other machine-generated formats. These documents typically feature consistent layouts and fonts, which allow for accurate data extraction.

  3. Common Issues with Handwritten Invoices

    • Inconsistencies in handwriting style and legibility.
    • Misinterpretation of key details such as invoice numbers, amounts, or vendor names.
    • Increased likelihood of data entry errors, requiring manual correction.
  4. Recommendations for Handwritten Invoices
    If you have handwritten invoices, we recommend transcribing them into a digital format such as a typed PDF or a document generated by invoice software. This ensures compatibility with our system and improves the accuracy of data processing.

By focusing on machine-readable invoices, we can provide a faster, more reliable accounts payable automation experience. If you have any questions about supported formats, please reach out to our support team!


Note update: chatGPT 4.0 can convert hand written invoices into normal invoice formats and output a PDF. Create a support ticket and we will send instructions



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