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How to Extract Text from PDF Files

Convert PDF documents to editable text format, preserving layout and formatting when possible.

Beginner2-5 minutes

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Upload PDF Document

Select a PDF file containing text content to extract.

💡 Tip: Works best with text-based PDFs rather than image-based scans

2

Choose Output Format

Select plain text or formatted text with layout preservation.

💡 Tip: Formatted output maintains paragraphs and spacing better

3

Configure Extraction Options

Set language detection and text processing preferences.

💡 Tip: Multiple language support helps with mixed-content documents

4

Extract Text

Click "Extract Text" to begin the conversion process.

💡 Tip: Processing time depends on PDF complexity and length

5

Review Extracted Content

Check the accuracy and formatting of extracted text.

💡 Tip: OCR may be applied to image-based content for better results

6

Download Text File

Save extracted text as .txt, .docx, or other editable formats.

💡 Tip: Use for content repurposing, accessibility, or data analysis

💡 Pro Tips

  • Works best with text-based PDFs created from word processors
  • Image-based PDFs may require OCR for text extraction
  • Preserve formatting when possible for better document structure
  • Use for content repurposing, accessibility compliance, or data mining
  • Review extracted text for accuracy, especially with complex layouts
  • Consider document structure when choosing output format

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