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Copy from PDF
Extract selectable text into a plain-text download.
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This tool works in your browser. Enable JavaScript to select files and create your download.
How to use Copy from PDF
- Choose a PDF containing selectable text, or run OCR first if it is scanned.
- Review the output notes for Copy from PDF.
- Process the PDF and download the converted file or page images.
What you need
Choose PDF files.
Your result
A TXT document containing extracted text.
Before you start
This exports selectable text, not the original document layout, images, or styling.
Questions about Copy from PDF
How do I use Copy from PDF?
Choose a PDF containing selectable text, or run OCR first if it is scanned. Review the output notes for Copy from PDF. Process the PDF and download the converted file or page images.
What does Copy from PDF produce?
A TXT document containing extracted text.
What should I check before using Copy from PDF?
This exports selectable text, not the original document layout, images, or styling.
Are my files uploaded?
Document processing runs on your device. The website downloads its code and processing engines, but the tools do not upload your documents.