How to convert a PDF to Word and edit its text
Need to rewrite a PDF in Word? Extract its text and tables into a .docx document, then review the formatting before editing.
Step by step
1. Open PDF to Word
Choose PDF to Word on PDF Feel and select your PDF. Conversion starts after the file is selected.
2. Wait for text extraction
The tool reads text and tables page by page. For scans it can attempt OCR; recognition depends on scan quality.
3. Open the downloaded Word document
Open the .docx in Word or a compatible editor. Check reading order, tables, spelling and page breaks.
4. Choose direct PDF editing for small corrections
If you only need to change a name or a date, Edit PDF may be more suitable than rebuilding the document in Word.
Frequently asked questions
- Will the Word file look exactly like the PDF?
- No. Text and tables are extracted; tables can become Word tables, but images and the graphic page layout are not rebuilt. Expect to review and adjust the Word document.
- Does it work on scans?
- The tool can attempt OCR when no selectable text is found. If recognition fails, try the OCR tool or use a clearer scan. Check names and numbers carefully.
- Is the PDF uploaded to convert it?
- This conversion runs in your browser. Saving documents to the cloud is a separate optional action.
- Can I convert for free?
- Without an account you get 3 free processings on this device; a free account gives you 5 per month, up to 15 MB per file. Premium increases usage and file-size limits and adds cloud storage.
Try it now, free
Without an account you get 3 free processings on this device; with a free account 5 per month, up to 15 MB per file. Premium: unlimited processings, up to 100 MB per file, 5 GB cloud included; €2.99/month or €24.99/year. Extra storage: €2/month for each additional 5 GB. Most processing happens in your browser; the cloud is optional and Translate only sends the extracted text to Google Translate or MyMemory.
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