The Image to notes plugin helps convert handwritten or printed documents into Markdown notes using AI transcription. When you drop image files like JPG, PNG, or HEIC into a specified folder, the plugin processes each one by sending it to an external AI provider and then creates a new note with the transcribed content. It also appends the original image at the bottom of the note for reference. Users can choose from multiple AI providers such as OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google and select a preferred model. There are flexible naming conventions for the resulting notes and options to customise system and user prompts for better transcription output. It's a handy tool for digitising physical notes efficiently, especially for students or professionals handling paper-based material.

The AI Image OCR plugin enables text extraction from images using modern AI-powered OCR models. It supports both cloud-based providers like OpenAI's GPT-4 family and Google's Gemini series, as well as local models through Ollama or LM Studio. Users can configure where the extracted text should appear-replacing the image embed, inserting at the cursor, or appending to another note. The plugin works with common formats such as PNG and JPG, and offers markdown-formatted output with optional headers, footers, and file naming templates using placeholders. It also allows integration with custom OpenAI-compatible endpoints. For users who prefer not to rely on cloud services, local model support ensures offline capability. This makes the plugin suitable for handling everything from simple printed text to complex handwriting, with flexible output customization to fit different note-taking workflows.

The Image to notes by Photes.IO plugin allows users to transform images into text notes using AI-powered technology. By integrating with Photes.IO, users can capture or upload photos and convert them into detailed notes directly within Obsidian. The plugin supports real-time note generation and requires an active Photes.IO account for access. Free users are provided with initial credits for AI services, with the option to purchase additional credits as needed. Ideal for enhancing productivity and creating text-based documentation from visual content, the plugin seamlessly integrates AI capabilities into your note-taking workflow.

The Handwriting OCR plugin converts handwritten or printed content from images and PDFs into editable text using HandwritingOCR's AI-powered recognition service. It supports a wide range of image formats, multi-page PDFs, and files up to 20MB, making it suitable for digitising notes, archival documents, or scanned material. Extracted text can be copied to the clipboard, appended to an existing note, or saved as a new note, with options accessible via the command palette or right-click menus in both the editor and file explorer. The plugin requires an API key from HandwritingOCR, validates it within the settings, and displays your remaining credits.