Pull the text out of a PDF so you can copy, edit or search it, without uploading the file anywhere.
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When it works best
| PDF type | Result |
|---|---|
| Made from Word, Google Docs or a website | Clean text, in reading order |
| Invoices, statements and forms | Text comes out, but table columns may run together |
| Two-column layouts | Usually fine, but check paragraph order |
| Scanned pages or photos | Little or no text: use OCR instead |
Tips
- If you get no text, the PDF is an image. Convert the pages to JPG and use the Image to Text (OCR) tool.
- Untick “Mark where each page starts” to get one continuous block of text.
- Password-protected PDFs need unlocking first.
Frequently asked questions
Is my PDF uploaded?
No. The text is extracted in your browser.
Why is my text empty?
The PDF is probably scanned, so its pages are pictures of text. Use OCR instead.
Does it keep formatting?
No, you get plain text. Bold, fonts and images are left out.
Is there a page limit?
No set limit, but very large PDFs take longer on phones.
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