Best PDF to Excel Converter PDF files allow text and images, and even spreadsheets, to be shared in one document, no matter which operating system device is used to read it. Originally developed by Adobe, the Portable Document File, or PDF as it's more commonly known, was always intended to be a highly versatile and flexible file. The problem is designed to preserve the integrity of the file, which is not only difficult to edit a PDF, but also to export data from it. This is especially the case, since PDF readers are free, software that provides PDF editing tools usually comes at a price. Fortunately, there are a number of workarounds that not only allow, but also allow the use of a PDF file for export to Excel or another spreadsheet program. Even better, unlike some file conversion programs, the process should be simple and straightforward. Here are the best PDF to Excel converters we've found, though keep in mind that prices can vary between a one-time fee and a monthly subscription. Do you want your company? Email your request to [email protected] with the URL of the guide.
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1.Adobe Acrobat
The original PDF developer Comprehensive features The price is high Adobe is the original developer of the PDF format, so its Adobe Acrobat software should be the leading software on the market. It's packed with features, including the ability to convert PDFs to Excel spreadsheets. The process should be quick and painless, as the data is preserved without the need for reformatting. In Adobe Acrobat, simply open the PDF file, click the Export PDF tool, choose your format or Excel Workbook or .xlxs, then export. You can do this on any device, including your cell phone. Once complete, you can edit the spreadsheet tables using whatever device you're already using. This method is also used in the context of OCR data, and for each instance you want to convert, instead of having to export the entire table from .pdf to .xlxs. Acrobat is about more than just exporting files, of course, and you can create, edit, export, sign, and review documents you're working on collaboratively. Of course, this includes spreadsheets that you export from the PDF format. Adobe Acrobat pricing comes in two versions: Adobe Standard DC is priced at €12.99 per month, which is only used with Windows machines; while Adobe Pro DC is for PC and Mac, and is priced at €14.99 per month.
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2. NitroPro
A seamless solution that works on all your devices. Supports all Microsoft Office file formats Cloud-based platform Free 14-day trial Nitro Pro is a simple and streamlined application that allows you to convert PDF files to Excel documents with a minimum of effort. In fact, Nitro claims that its tool allows you to convert PDF files to any Microsoft Office format in a matter of seconds. With the app, you can edit all the images, text, and pages stored in the Excel spreadsheet. Like Adobe's offering, you can add and request digital signatures on PDF documents. Another great thing about this product is that it is cloud-based, so you can access and edit documents from any smartphone, tablet, or desktop computer. You can even convert multiple PDFs into a single, searchable document, and there are tools that make it easy to share and view files. Nitro Pro starts from €126 for a single-user license, but there are discounts for bulk purchases, and you can sign up for a 14-day trial to see if the software works for you.
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3.PDF Zilla
A multilingual PDF to Excel application Supports more than 20 languages Batch conversion mode Only available on Windows Most of the available PDF to Excel converter applications are only available in English, which is not useful if you run or work with a global reach. Do you need a solution on the language front? Go to PDFZilla. Not only is it an incredibly powerful converter itself, but this app supports over 20 languages, including German, French, Italian, and Spanish. The software is also fast and easy to use, allowing you to convert PDF files in just three clicks. You can convert PDF documents to Excel, Word, Plain Text, Rich Text, JPG, GIF, PNG, and more. There's also a handy batch conversion mode to handle multiple documents, up to 1,000 files, at the same time. You can buy the software for €29.95, although it works with Windows.
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4.PDFelement
A solid offering with decent platform support Editing and annotation features. OCR Support Mobile App for iOS Most PDF to Excel converters are quite comprehensive in terms of their features, and the PDF element is in no way different. It is designed for most people who need a tool to edit, convert, create and annotate PDF documents. Plus, it boasts decent platform support, as it's available on Windows and Mac, with an iOS app too, allowing you to convert and edit documents on the go. If you're about to have a meeting, having access to your smartphone could be extremely helpful. PDFelement comes with a built-in Optical Character Recognition (OCR) tool, which means you can annotate and add signatures to PDF documents. Similar to UniPDF, it tries to keep important elements of a document intact during the conversion process. For example, if you have documents embedded in a PDF document, these will be converted to an Excel spreadsheet (hopefully) with no problem. The PDF element retails at €79.95 ($65) for the standard package, but for all the features you'll need the professional package priced at €129.99 (£110).
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