How to pdf to text
When layouts and images get in the way, converting a PDF to plain text allows you to focus purely on the information.
When to use this solution:
Use this when YOU want to copy large amounts of text from a PDF, prepare data for an LLM like ChatGPT, or search for keywords in a research paper.
Common Use Cases
Preparing data for AI analysisCopying text from research papersExtracting logs or reports for codingConverting non-editable PDF textReducing file size for archival
1Step-by-Step Guide
Upload file
Select the PDF file you want to extract text from.
Process file
Wait for the browser engine to scan and extract all text content.
Download result
Download the text as a .txt file or copy it directly to your clipboard.
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Use our free PDF to Text tool to solve this instantlyFrequently Asked Questions
Will it extract text from images?
Our tool currently extracts selectable text from PDFs. For scanned images, OCR technology would be required.
Is there a limit on file length?
Our engine can handle large documents, though very long PDFs may take a few moments to process entirely.