Overview
Granite Vision 4.1 4B is a vision-language model built to extract structured data from complex documents without any manual copying or reformatting. If you've spent time retyping tables out of PDFs, squinting at chart axes to read off numbers, or piecing together key-value pairs from scanned invoices, this model handles that work in seconds. On Picasso IA, the process takes three steps: upload the document image, describe what you need, and read the result. At 4 billion parameters, it's compact enough to return answers quickly while holding its accuracy on the document types it was specifically built for, including charts, tables, and structured forms.
How It Works
- Upload one or more document images, such as a screenshot of a PDF page, a photo of a printed table, or a chart exported from a slide deck
- Write a prompt describing the data you want, for example "Extract all rows from the revenue table" or "Return the key and value from each field in this invoice"
- Optionally write a system prompt to define the output format, such as JSON, comma-separated values, or labeled plain text
- The model reads the image and returns a text response structured around what you asked for
- Copy the result and paste it directly into your spreadsheet, database, or report
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need programming skills or technical knowledge to use this?
No, just open Granite Vision 4.1 4B on Picasso IA, adjust the settings you want, and hit generate.
Is it free to try?
Yes, you can run the model on Picasso IA without a paid subscription to test it on your own documents first.
How long does it take to get results?
Most extractions complete in a few seconds. The 4 billion parameter size was chosen partly for speed, so you're not waiting long even on detailed documents.
What types of documents does it handle well?
It performs reliably on printed data tables, financial charts, invoices, structured forms, and any image where the information is organized in a consistent layout. Heavily degraded scans or densely handwritten pages may reduce accuracy.
Can I control what format the output comes in?
Yes. Specify the format in your system prompt or in the prompt itself. Ask for JSON, numbered rows, plain labeled text, or any other structure and the model will follow those instructions consistently.
How many times can I run the model?
You can run as many extractions as you need. Each request is processed independently, so you can try different prompts on the same document until the output matches what you're looking for.
Where can I use what the model returns?
The text output is plain and ready to paste into any tool, from a spreadsheet to a project management app. There are no watermarks or format restrictions on what the model generates.
