Convert PDF guides
See what survives when a PDF becomes Word, Excel, or PowerPoint, and what to check afterwards.
Guides in Convert PDF
How to Convert a Scanned PDF to Word
Turn a scanned PDF into an editable Word file: OCR the scan, check what it recognized, then convert. Both steps upload the file; OCR reads English only.
How to Convert a PDF to Word
Convert a text PDF to DOCX, then check it against the original: plain paragraphs and tables convert well, designed layouts need review. Uploads the file.
How to Edit Text After Converting PDF to Word
Paragraphs, headings, lists and tables first; fonts and page breaks last. A cleanup checklist for a Word file converted from a PDF.
PDF to Word: What Happens to Tables and Formatting?
Ruled tables and plain paragraphs often convert well; borderless tables, columns and unusual fonts are harder. Why, and how to test before you commit.