PDF · AmpCub PDF helper
PDF to text
Drop in a PDF and extract selectable text instantly. Copy it or download a UTF-8 TXT file, without uploading your document.
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One PDF at a time · Up to 40 MB · Local processing
Use commas and ranges. Each run can extract up to 200 pages; changing the range updates the result.
Text-layer extraction only: scans, photographed pages and text embedded as images require OCR, which is not included. Tables, columns and unusual fonts may not preserve their original layout.
Extracted text
Text appears here automatically after selecting a PDF. You can select and edit it before copying or downloading.
Frequently asked questions
Can I extract text from a scanned PDF?
Not with text extraction alone. Scanned or image-only PDFs require OCR. This tool extracts selectable text already stored in a PDF.
Will my PDF be uploaded?
Files never leave your browser.
Can I keep Chinese text and export it as TXT?
Yes, as long as the PDF contains a readable text layer. Downloads use UTF-8 with a BOM for better compatibility. Text order and tables may vary by PDF.