How to Use
- Choose a PDF or drop it into the converter.
- Wait while the tool extracts text automatically.
- Review the output, result summary, and any page warnings.
- Copy the text or download it as TXT, CSV, or JSON.
How it Works
This tool uses pdf.js to read selectable text from the PDF structure inside your browser. For scanned or image-only pages, turn on browser OCR. OCR renders the page image locally and recognizes characters, so it is slower than normal text extraction.
Worked Example
A searchable invoice, research paper, resume, form, or report usually contains selectable text that can be extracted into plain text. A scanned document may need OCR first.
Invoices and forms may need cleanup around tables. Research papers can extract columns out of reading order. Reports and resumes usually work best when the PDF text is selectable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert PDF to TXT?
Choose or drop a PDF. Extraction starts automatically for valid PDFs. Review the text, then use Download TXT.
Why is my extracted text blank?
The PDF may be scanned, image-only, encrypted, or encoded in a way the browser cannot read. Scanned documents need OCR.
Can I extract text from a password-protected PDF?
Only after it is unlocked. Open the PDF in a reader with the password, save an unlocked copy, and try that file.
Can I extract text from selected pages?
Yes. Enter a range such as 1, 3-5, 10 in the page range box before extracting.
Does this preserve tables?
The output is plain text. Simple tables may be readable, but complex tables and multi-column layouts often need manual cleanup.
Is my file uploaded?
No. The PDF is processed locally in your browser with pdf.js. OCR mode also runs in the browser after the OCR library loads.
What is the difference between PDF text extraction and OCR?
PDF text extraction reads text already stored inside the file. OCR analyzes page images to recognize characters in scanned documents.