ABBYY FineReader PDF 15 for Mac is an all-in-one PDF editing and document management tool that integrates OCR technology to convert scanned paper documents, images, and PDFs into editable and searchable formats. The subscription version (1 User, 1 Year) provides access to the software for a 12-month period, allowing users to leverage advanced features such as document comparison, PDF editing, and automated OCR tasks.
Key Features:
1. OCR (Optical Character Recognition):
- Convert scanned PDFs, images, and photos of text into editable formats like Word, Excel, and searchable PDFs.
2. PDF Editing and Annotation:
- Edit text, images, and other elements directly within the PDF.
3. PDF to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Conversion:
- Convert PDFs to various formats like Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more while maintaining the original formatting.
4. Document Comparison:
- Compare two versions of a document, highlighting differences in text, tables, and formatting. This is especially useful for legal and corporate document reviews.
5. Searchable PDFs:
- Create searchable PDFs from scanned or image-based documents, making them easy to find and reference.
6. Batch Processing:
- Process multiple files at once to save time on OCR and conversions, especially useful for large-scale document management.
7. Cloud Integration:
- Integration with cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive for easy document sharing and access across devices.
8. Custom OCR Settings:
- Fine-tune OCR settings for different document types and language-specific requirements, ensuring optimal accuracy.
9. Barcode Recognition:
- Recognize and extract barcodes in documents and images.
10. PDF Forms Creation & Editing:
- Create interactive forms and edit existing PDF forms.
11. Secure PDF Editing:
- Apply password protection and encryption to ensure document security.
12. OCR for Mac Users:
- Exclusive features designed for macOS, providing a native, intuitive interface that aligns with Apple's design guidelines.
System Requirements:
For macOS:
- Operating System:
- macOS 10.14 Mojave or later (Supports macOS 11 Big Sur and macOS 12 Monterey)
- Processor:
- Intel-based Mac or Apple Silicon (M1/M2 chip) with a minimum of 2.4 GHz processor.
- RAM:
- Minimum 4 GB RAM (8 GB or more recommended for better performance).
- Hard Disk Space:
- 3 GB free disk space for installation.
- Additional disk space required for processing large files (for example, scanned documents or OCR tasks).
- Display:
- 1280 x 800 resolution or higher.
- Retina display is supported (for optimal viewing quality).
- Graphics:
- Any graphics card supporting OpenGL 2.1 or later for smooth interface and rendering.
- Internet Connection:
- Required for activation, updates, and online features such as cloud integration.
- Other Requirements:
- Scanner support: TWAIN or ISIS compatible scanner (for scanning physical documents into PDFs).
- Adobe Acrobat Reader (recommended for viewing PDFs).