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About this tool
Extract an existing text layer from a PDF into a text file.
Common uses
- Extract an existing text layer from a PDF into a text file.
- Choose a PDF and start extraction.
How to use it
- 1.Choose a PDF and start extraction.
- 2.Review the page-separated text, then copy it or download TXT.
Limits and notes
- Up to 30 MiB, 100 pages and two million extracted characters. Image-only scans need OCR elsewhere; PDF layout and reading order may not survive plain-text extraction.
Frequently asked questions
What does this tool do?
Extract an existing text layer from a PDF into a text file.
What should I check before using the result?
Up to 30 MiB, 100 pages and two million extracted characters. Image-only scans need OCR elsewhere; PDF layout and reading order may not survive plain-text extraction.