About the PDF to Text
Need to extract text from a PDF without retyping? Our online PDF to Text Converter uses pdf.js to read every page and gives you plain text with page markers to copy or save as .txt.
Use this tool to extract text from editable PDFs, such as GST invoices, UPI receipts, and other documents, and save time and effort by avoiding manual typing.
Our tool is designed for individuals, students, and businesses in India who need to extract text from PDFs regularly, and it works in your browser, so your files are always secure and no data is uploaded to our servers.
How to use the PDF to Text
- Step 1: Choose a PDF by clicking 'Select File' to select it from your device.
- Step 2: Click the 'Extract text' button to view the extracted text with page separators.
- Step 3: Copy the extracted text or click 'Download' to save it as a .txt file.
- Step 4 (Optional): Paste the extracted text into your preferred editor, such as Microsoft Word or Google Docs, for use in documents.
Tips & benchmarks
- For best results, use this converter on PDFs with editable text only, as scanned PDFs may not work correctly, and ensure the PDF has a clear text layout.
- The tool can handle most common PDF file types, but encrypted PDFs or those with special formatting may require attention, so try to use standard fonts and layouts.
- If you need to convert large volumes of text quickly, our converter can help, but be aware that processing times may increase accordingly, so it's best to convert one file at a time, with an average processing time of 2-5 seconds per file.
- Ensure the PDF is not corrupted and has a clear text layout for accurate extraction, and try to avoid using PDFs with complex tables or images, which can affect the accuracy of the extracted text.
- You can use this tool to extract text from PDFs in Indian languages, such as Hindi, Tamil, or Marathi, but the accuracy may vary depending on the font and layout used, with an average accuracy of 95% for standard fonts.
Frequently asked questions
Does this tool work on scanned PDFs?
No, this tool is designed to work with editable PDFs only. Scanned PDFs may not work correctly, as they are essentially images of text, and our tool uses pdf.js to read the text from the PDF. If you need to extract text from scanned PDFs, you may need to use an OCR (Optical Character Recognition) tool instead.
Will the extracted text have formatting?
No, the extracted text will be plain text without any formatting. Our tool removes all formatting, including fonts, colors, and layouts, and gives you the text in a simple, easy-to-read format.
Can I use this tool for commercial purposes?
Yes, you can use this tool for commercial purposes, such as extracting text from invoices, receipts, or other business documents. Our tool is free to use, and you can extract text from as many PDFs as you need.
How accurate is the text extraction process?
The accuracy of the text extraction process depends on the quality of the PDF and the complexity of the text layout. On average, our tool achieves an accuracy of 95% for standard fonts and layouts. However, if the PDF has complex tables, images, or special formatting, the accuracy may be lower.
Can I save the extracted text as a file directly?
Yes, you can save the extracted text as a .txt file directly from our tool. Simply click the 'Download' button, and the text will be saved to your device as a .txt file.
Is there any limit on the number of PDFs I can convert?
No, there is no limit on the number of PDFs you can convert using our tool. You can extract text from as many PDFs as you need, and our tool will process them one by one.
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