Amazing language-learning OCR tool for video game players
Download YakuScan (Windows and MacOS)
Japanese to English Example (This app can recognize any language)
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English to Japanese Example
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Have you ever given up trying to play a game in a foreign language?
YakuScan is a tool that can extract text from any selected area, image, or window on your screen.
It can also integrate with local AI or dictionary websites, allowing you to look up word meanings, generate example sentences, and translate text.
It even supports text-to-speech (TTS), making it a reliable companion while you play.
Even though setting up local AI is usually very complex, this tool includes a fully automatic setup button — so you can complete everything with just a single click.
You can choose from various AI options depending on your PC's performance, and it can even run on a laptop (at least to some extent).
- OCR from a selected screen area / image / window / Web Camera
- Integrates with dictionary websites
- Optional local AI integration for:
- translations
- example sentence generation
- explanations
- Text-to-speech (TTS)
- One-click automatic setup for local AI
- Download: http://beta-japan.com/exis/?p=yakuscan&t=1
- Launch YakuScan.
- Select the area/window you want to OCR.
- Use the built-in actions (dictionary / translate / example sentences / TTS).
- Windows PC or MacOS
- Optional (for local AI): a GPU is recommended, but some configurations may run on laptop hardware
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Q: Does it work with any game?
A: It should work with anything that can be captured from your screen. -
Q: Do I need local AI?
A: No, you don't have to prepare anything beforehand. This tool automatically download everything needed by clicking one button.
- If OCR is inaccurate, try changing the capture area and ensure the text is clearly visible. Or upgrade the model to a higher one.
- If local AI setup fails, reboot your computer and please try again.