eSearch
About eSearch
eSearch is a cross-platform utility designed for screen capture and information processing. It originated as a rewrite of Information-portal with additional features, aiming to provide functionality similar to tools like Smartisan's Big Bang or Xiaomi's Transfer Portal on Linux, Windows, and macOS. The software integrates multiple capabilities, including screenshot capture, OCR, search, translation, screen recording, and image editing.
It supports offline OCR using PaddleOCR, allowing users to extract text from images without an internet connection. The tool also includes features like screen translation, image search, and omnidirectional scrolling screenshots. eSearch is built using Electron, ensuring compatibility across major operating systems.
Key features
- Screenshot capture with customizable selection and editing tools
- Offline OCR for text recognition with support for multiple languages
- Screen translation for real-time text replacement
- Image search using Google, Baidu, and Yandex
- Screen recording with cursor and keystroke highlighting
- Omnidirectional scrolling screenshots for capturing long content
- Image editing tools like object removal and background customization
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Frequently asked questions
- Is eSearch free?
- Yes. eSearch is free and open-source software, distributed under the GPL-3.0 license.
- Which platforms does eSearch support?
- eSearch provides downloads for Windows, macOS, Linux.
- What is the latest version of eSearch?
- The latest version is 15.3.3, released on Jul 7, 2026.
- What platforms does eSearch support?
- eSearch is compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS.
- How do I install eSearch?
- You can download the software from the official website or GitHub releases. For Arch Linux, it is available via AUR as 'e-search' or 'e-search-git'. Windows users can use winget to install it.
- Is eSearch free to use?
- Yes, eSearch is licensed under GPL-3.0, making it free and open-source.
- Does eSearch require an internet connection?
- While some features like online OCR and translation require an internet connection, the offline OCR functionality works without one.
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