Extract tables to Excel or CSV β pick a format and method, then convert
What is a PDF to Excel converter?
A PDF to Excel converter reads the text inside a PDF and rebuilds it as a spreadsheet you can edit, sort, and total. This tool extracts the embedded text layer of each page, detects the row and column structure from where the text sits on the page, and exports it as an Excel workbook (.xlsx) or a CSV file. It runs entirely in your browser, so tables from invoices, bank statements, and reports never leave your device.
How to convert a PDF to Excel
Drop in a PDF, choose Excel or CSV as the output, and pick an extraction method. Use Auto-detect columns for gridded tables and One row per line for lists or plain text. Click Extract Table to preview the result, then download. Each PDF page is written to its own worksheet in the Excel file.
Excel vs CSV β which should you pick?
Choose Excel (.xlsx) when you want formatting, multiple sheets, and to open the file directly in Excel, Google Sheets, or LibreOffice. Choose CSV for a lightweight, universal format that imports cleanly into databases, scripts, and other tools. You can switch formats after extracting without converting again.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert a PDF table to Excel?
Upload your PDF, keep the format on Excel (.xlsx), and pick an extraction method. 'Auto-detect columns' reconstructs the table from the position of each piece of text β best for real tables. Click Extract Table to see a preview, then Download Excel. Every PDF page becomes its own worksheet.
What is the difference between the two extraction methods?
'Auto-detect columns' groups text into rows and snaps each value to the nearest column, so a gridded table comes out with multiple columns. 'One row per line' puts each visual line into a single cell, which is better for lists, paragraphs, or PDFs where column detection misfires.
Can I export to CSV instead of Excel?
Yes. Switch the Output Format to CSV before downloading. The extraction is the same β only the file you save changes, so you can switch between Excel and CSV without re-running the conversion. The CSV is UTF-8 with a BOM so accented characters open correctly in Excel.
Does it work on scanned PDFs?
Yes, with OCR. Digitally generated PDFs (exported from Excel, Word, accounting or banking software) are read instantly from their text layer. For scanned or image-only PDFs the tool auto-switches to OCR mode β pick the document's language and it recognizes the text from each page. OCR is slower, downloads an engine on first use, and depends on scan quality, so complex tables may need cleanup.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
No. The PDF is parsed in your browser with pdf.js and the spreadsheet is built locally with SheetJS. Your file never leaves your device, which makes this safe for invoices, bank statements, and other sensitive documents.