Optical mark recognition
OMR (optical mark recognition) is a form of automated data input. Marks are made on a specially printed paper forms which are then read by an OMR reader. The data is then sent to a computer for processing. One of the most common uses of OMR is in multiple choice examinations. Students mark their answers on specially printed sheets using either a pencil or a special marker. The sheets are then collected in and the data read using a sheet feed OMR scanner.
Other Uses
- Attendance registers in schools
- Survey forms for market research
- Time sheets in factories
- Lottery Forms
- School tests
Advantages
- The technology is easy to use and requires little training.
- This helps us to easily detect mistakes in an answer sheet.
Disadvantages
- Marks have to be accurately positioned to prevent mistakes.
- False readings can make data entry slow.
Optical Mark Recognition Media
A response to an SAT math question marked on an optical answer sheet
Plain paper OMR survey form, without registration marks and drop-out colors, designed to be scanned by an image scanner and OMR software
OMR betting form used in Japan Racing Association Fukushima Racecourse, Japan.
Betting ticket using this form.
