How to Convert PDF to Excel (Extract Tables)
Retyping data from a PDF into a spreadsheet is slow and error-prone. Converting PDF to Excel gets your tables back into rows and columns automatically. KOIAE's PDF to Excel tool does it for free.
How to convert a PDF to Excel
- Open the PDF to Excel tool. Go to the KOIAE PDF to Excel page.
- Upload your PDF. Drag and drop the PDF that contains tables.
- Convert the tables. KOIAE turns the tables into Excel rows and columns.
- Download the spreadsheet. Open the file in Excel or Google Sheets and edit it.
Tips for the best results
- Clean, clearly-bordered tables convert most accurately.
- Check the columns after converting complex layouts.
- For scanned tables, run OCR first.
Why use KOIAE PDF to Excel?
KOIAE PDF to Excel is completely free — there is no account to create, no watermark on your files and no daily limits for everyday use. Most processing happens right in your browser, so your documents stay private, and it works on any device from Windows and Mac to Android and iPhone.
Frequently asked questions
Will my table structure be kept?
Yes, KOIAE maps the tables into spreadsheet rows and columns.
Can I edit the result?
Yes, the output is an editable Excel file.
What about scanned PDFs?
Run the OCR tool first so the numbers become recognisable.
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