How to connect OCR Space and PDF.co
Create a New Scenario to Connect OCR Space and PDF.co
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a OCR Space, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, OCR Space or PDF.co will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find OCR Space or PDF.co, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the OCR Space Node
Select the OCR Space node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the OCR Space
Click on the OCR Space node to configure it. You can modify the OCR Space URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the PDF.co Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the OCR Space node, select PDF.co from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within PDF.co.

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Authenticate PDF.co
Now, click the PDF.co node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your PDF.co settings. Authentication allows you to use PDF.co through Latenode.
Configure the OCR Space and PDF.co Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the OCR Space and PDF.co Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring OCR Space, PDF.co, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the OCR Space and PDF.co integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between OCR Space and PDF.co (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect OCR Space and PDF.co
Google Drive + OCR Space + PDF.co: When a new PDF file is added to a Google Drive folder, OCR Space converts the image into text, and then PDF.co converts the text into a PDF document which replaces the original file.
PDF.co + OCR Space + Airtable: When a PDF is uploaded, OCR Space converts it to text, then PDF.co parses the document and extracts data and the parsed data is saved to Airtable for analysis.
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About OCR Space
Need to extract text from images or PDFs? Use OCR Space in Latenode to automatically process documents and integrate the data into your workflows. Automate invoice processing, data entry, or compliance checks. Latenode adds flexible logic, file parsing, and destinations to your OCR results, scaling beyond single-document processing.
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About PDF.co
Need to automate PDF tasks? Use PDF.co in Latenode to parse data, convert formats, and add signatures. Automate document processing workflows without code. Latenode’s visual editor and affordable pricing make it easy to build scalable solutions for invoices, reports, and more. Bypass manual work and centralize document automation.
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FAQ OCR Space and PDF.co
How can I connect my OCR Space account to PDF.co using Latenode?
To connect your OCR Space account to PDF.co on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select OCR Space and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your OCR Space and PDF.co accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automate invoice data extraction from PDFs?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor simplifies complex workflows, letting you extract invoice data with OCR Space and format it using PDF.co for seamless accounting automation.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating OCR Space with PDF.co?
Integrating OCR Space with PDF.co allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Convert scanned documents to searchable PDFs.
- Extract text from images within PDF files.
- Automatically fill PDF forms with OCR data.
- Watermark PDFs after text extraction.
- Archive and process documents with OCR and PDF tools.
How does Latenode handle errors during OCR Space processing?
Latenode provides robust error handling, allowing you to define fallback logic and retry mechanisms to ensure reliable OCR Space workflows.
Are there any limitations to the OCR Space and PDF.co integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large PDF files might require longer processing times.
- OCR accuracy depends on the quality of the scanned document.
- Complex PDF layouts can sometimes affect text extraction.