SALMIYA INDIAN MODEL SCHOOL, KUWAIT

Subject: ICT Date: 8.6.2022

Class: IX IG

Optical Character Recognition/ Reader (OCR):

It is a software that takes the scanned text and converts in to a computer readable
form. The text can then be used in various application packages like word
processor.
Uses:
1. Processing of passports and identity cards.
Adv:
1. It is much faster data entry system than manually entry of data.
2. Number of errors are reduced as no manual data entry.
Dis Adv:
1. The system still has difficulty reading handwriting.
2. Still not very accurate technique.
Comparison of OCR and OMR:
OCR OMR
1. Because this method reads Since this involved shading in answer
handwriting it is possible for sets, the information obtained is limited
the customers to extend their to the choices in each questions.
answers to questions.
2. Poor handwriting may cause OMR relies on simply detecting where
errors marks have been made on a page. The
position of marks is compared to
template stored in memory.

3. It is used to convert printed As it simply reads the position of

documents to editable marks it is ideal for MCQ papers.
electronic fomat.
 4. It requires a complex
recognition system.
5. Fewer ’how to fill in
instructions’ are needed.
6. OCR is more accurate than
manual entry by key board
This method requires complex forms to
be completed but recognition system is
similar to OCR.
More how to fill in instructions are
needed and it is easier and faster for
customers to complete OMR forms
than OCR forms.
OMR is more accurate than OCR

BAR CODE READERS:

They are used to read the information in the form of a barcode. Hand held scanners
or wands are needed to read the barcode.
USES:
1. Used in super markets and other shops where goods are marked with a
barcode.
2. Used in libraries to keep track of books on loan.
3. Used as a safety function in many companies to ensure the electrical
equipment is checked on a regular basis.
Adv:
1. Faster than manual entry and hence less mistakes.
2. Used as a way of recording data, they can improve safety.
3. They allow automatic stock control
4. They are tried and trusted technologies.

Dis Adv:
1. Expensive system to administer.
2. Not fool proof as barcodes can be swapped around on items.
3. Can be easily damaged than RFID tags or magnetic strips.
QUICK RESPONSE CODES (QR CODES)
It is another type of barcode. Which is made up of matrix filed in dark squares on a
light background. Barcodes can hold up to 30 digits and QR codes can hold over
7000 digits. QR codes can be scanned anywhere.
By using the built in camera facility on modern smart phones and by downloading
the appropriate application it is possible to read the QR code.
ADV:
1. There is no need for the user to actually write down or Key in a website
address as this is done automatically by scanning the QR code.
2. QR codes can store website address or URLs providing very effective
methods of advertising.