ABBYY FineReader

ABBYY FineReader is a piece of software used to edit PDFs.

Key features

Add and remove sections and change the reading order for use with screen readers.
Compile PDF files and convert them to other formats.
Use Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to convert image documents (photos, scans, PDF files) into electronic formats which can then be edited.
Redact PDF documents.

Available to staff and students

You can use this service on University-managed devices. You can also use it on personal devices via the virtual desktop service (VDS).

App-based

Compatible with Windows.

Funded by the University

There isn’t a cost to you for standard use.

This software is installed in our computer labs.
For other University managed devices running Windows, you can install this software from the Software Center.
For other devices, you can access it through the virtual desktop service (VDS).

For general advice on using ABBYY FineReader please contact IT Services.

If you are experiencing technical issues, please refer to the ABBYY Help Center (abbyy.com).

Your responsibilities and policies

The following policies apply to all IT services provided by the University.

Service performance

This service is managed by a third party.
They are responsible for monitoring, identifying and fixing faults. We provide advice and support for local issues during our opening hours.

Support is available via the ABBYY Help Center (abbyy.com).

Our service performance and standards have been produced in consultation with our customers. We regularly monitor the delivery, performance and availability of facilities and services.

Feedback and complaints

We appreciate feedback as it helps us review and continually improve our service.

Page last reviewed: 9 September 2024