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Extract Tables Instantly
Extract data tables from any PDF into a fully editable Excel spreadsheet. Rows, columns, and cell structure are preserved for immediate analysis.
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How to convert PDF to Excel in 3 simple steps
No software installation required. Convert PDF tables directly from your browser.
Upload your PDF
Click “Choose File” or drag and drop any PDF containing tables or data, including financial reports, invoices, research papers, or government documents.
Choose your extraction options
Choose whether to merge multi-row headers and place each page on its own sheet. Preview your document live on the board.
Download your converted XLSX
Get your converted XLSX file and open it in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or LibreOffice Calc. Your data is ready for analysis.
Everything you need to convert PDF to Excel
Extract structured data from PDF tables and turn it into editable spreadsheets. Flexible options and secure processing for free.
Detect tables automatically
Identify table boundaries, headers, and merged cells automatically, including tables with more complex layouts. Extract the detected table structure directly into an Excel spreadsheet.
Map data to spreadsheet cells
Convert each table cell into its own Excel cell instead of placing the data into a single text block. Work with the extracted cells using Excel formulas and other spreadsheet functions.
Combine multi-row headers
Merge multi-row headers into a single, clean header row during extraction. Work with the resulting spreadsheet more easily using sorting and filtering.
Create separate sheets by page
Choose to place data from each PDF page on its own Excel sheet. Keep page-specific tables separated for easier navigation and review.
Extract tables instantly
Extract tables from your PDF and create an XLSX spreadsheet within seconds. Get editable rows, columns, and cells from your PDF tables.
Process files securely
Upload and process your PDF on isolated servers through a secure connection. Files are automatically deleted within 60 minutes after processing.
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Common Questions About PDF to Excel
Find answers about converting PDF tables to editable Excel spreadsheets and using extraction options.
How do I convert PDF to Excel online?
Upload your PDF. Choose whether to merge multi-row headers or create separate sheets for each page. And start the extraction. Once processing is complete, download the XLSX file. Then access it in your preferred spreadsheet application.
What type of PDF is best for converting to Excel?
PDFs containing structured tables and clearly organized data generally provide better Excel results. Financial reports, invoices, bank statements, and research papers generally provide suitable table data for conversion. By comparison, highly visual or hand-drawn tables may need some manual cleanup. You can edit the extracted spreadsheet afterward when further changes are required.
Can I convert a scanned PDF to Excel?
Text-based PDFs produce the most accurate spreadsheets because their table content can be directly processed. Scanned or image-based PDFs are not currently supported because OCR support is on the roadmap. For selectable text, the Extract Text tool can be used when you need the PDF content separately.
How can I control how PDF tables are converted to Excel?
Use Merge header rows to combine multi-row table headers into a single header row for cleaner sorting and filtering. You can also enable One sheet per page to place tables from each PDF page on separate spreadsheet sheets.
Can I convert multiple PDF files to Excel at once?
Yes. However, the number of files you can actually process depends on your price plan. No Account users can process 1 file per task, Free users can process up to 3 files, and Pro users can process up to 10 files per task. Batch conversion is available with Pro.
How many PDFs can I convert to Excel per day?
Your daily conversion limit depends on the plan you use. You can complete up to 5 tasks without an account, up to 10 tasks with a Free account, or use Pro for unlimited daily tasks.
What is the maximum PDF size I can convert to Excel?
No Account users can convert PDFs up to 20 MB per task. Free users can process files up to 30 MB, while Pro supports files up to 200 MB per task. If the PDF exceeds your plan’s size limit, compress the file first and then upload it for conversion.
What programs can open the converted XLSX file?
The converted spreadsheet uses the XLSX format. This makes it compatible with several programs such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, and Numbers for Mac. Download the spreadsheet. And then open it in the application you use for working with your data.
Can PDF to Excel extract tables from complex layouts?
Yes. Smart table detection identifies the key elements of complex tables, including boundaries, headers, and merged cells. The extracted table data is arranged across individual spreadsheet cells. This, in turn, maintains a clear row-and-column structure for editing and analysis.
Is PDF to Excel conversion secure online?
Yes. The files are protected with 256-bit SSL encryption during upload and processing. In addition, your files are processed on isolated servers. Documents are permanently deleted within 60 minutes. And we never read, store, or share your content.
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