What Is Invoice OCR?
Optical character recognition technology that extracts data from scanned or photographed invoices.
Detailed Explanation
OCR converts unstructured invoice images into machine-readable fields like amounts, dates, and vendor names. Modern systems combine OCR with AI for higher accuracy.
Example
The AP system uses OCR to capture line items from a photographed paper invoice in seconds.
Why It Matters
Eliminates manual data entry and accelerates invoice processing at scale.
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