Normcap
NormCap captures text from the screen using OCR, with downloads for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
About Normcap
NormCap is an OCR-powered screen-capture tool that captures information instead of images. It is listed on GitHub for Linux, macOS, and Windows, with links to source code, documentation, FAQs, releases, and changelog.
You can download a prebuilt release for your system and use it to capture text from the screen using OCR. Windows users can choose an installer or a portable ZIP, Linux users can install from Flathub with AUR as an alternative, and macOS users can choose installers for Intel and Apple Silicon. A Python package for Python 3.10 and newer is also listed as an alternative that needs more setup. On macOS, the page notes you must allow the unsigned app on first start and allow screenshots.
It suits people who need to capture text from the screen rather than saving an image, and who use Linux, macOS, or Windows.
Key features
- Captures text from the screen using OCR
- Available for Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Prebuilt releases for desktop installation
- Linux installation via Flathub and AUR
- Windows installer and portable ZIP options
- Python package option for Python >=3.10
Best for: People on Linux, macOS, or Windows who need to copy text from on-screen content.
Good for
- Available for Linux, macOS, and Windows
- Multiple install methods including Flathub and Python package
- Links to documentation, FAQs, and changelog
Watch out for
- macOS version requires manual approval as unsigned app
- Python install requires extra setup and dependencies
- Linux AppImage build is marked deprecated
Normcap at a glance
- Website
- github.com/dynobo/normcap
- Category
- Software & Utilities › File Utilities
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, macOS, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Normcap FAQ
What is NormCap?
It is an OCR-powered screen-capture tool to capture information instead of images, for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
How do I install NormCap on Linux?
The page recommends installing from Flathub using flatpak. AUR and AppImage are listed as alternative options.
How do I install NormCap on Windows?
The page lists a Windows installer (.msi) and a portable (.zip) for the 0.6.0 release.
Is there extra setup on macOS?
Yes. You must allow the unsigned application on first start and allow NormCap to take screenshots.
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