PDF tool

PDF to Excel

Extract selectable PDF text into worksheet rows and columns.

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Your workspace Local processing

Best for simple text tables. Positions determine rows and columns; complex tables need cleanup. Scans need OCR first. Layout and formulas are not preserved.

Choose a file to process

Up to 25 MB per file, 75 MB total

Saved settings
Use all, 1,3-5, or a custom order such as 3,1,2.
QUICK START

How to use PDF to Excel

  1. Choose a supported file from your device. Spreadsheets are inspected automatically; choose the worksheet when the list appears.
  2. Set the options for this task: Pages — Use all, 1,3-5, or a custom order such as 3,1,2; Minimum column gap (points).
  3. Run the tool, review the result, and use the copy or download option provided.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What to expect

Best for simple text tables. Positions determine rows and columns; complex tables need cleanup. Scans need OCR first. Layout and formulas are not preserved.

Local processing

Your files and inputs are processed in your browser and are not uploaded. Download or copy results before leaving. Normal site and library requests still reach the hosting service.

HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING

Frequently asked questions

What does PDF to Excel do?

Extract selectable PDF text into worksheet rows and columns. Best for simple text tables. Positions determine rows and columns; complex tables need cleanup. Scans need OCR first. Layout and formulas are not preserved.

Are my files or input sent to a server?

Your files are processed locally in your browser and are not uploaded. Text inputs and passwords also stay in the tool on your device. The hosting service still receives normal requests needed to serve the website.

Can I recover a result after closing the page?

Download or copy your result before closing or reloading. Optional local history stores tool names and activity counts, not your inputs, passwords, filenames, or results.