Yes, You Can Convert PDF to Excel—Without Third-Party Software!

by | Aug 28, 2024 | Microsoft Excel

Converting a PDF into an Excel spreadsheet can be useful when you need to analyze, organize, or manipulate data stored in PDF format. Thankfully, you don’t need to rely on third-party tools, as Microsoft Excel allows you to easily convert any PDF file into an Excel spreadsheet.

How to Easily Convert a PDF into Excel Spreadsheet

Microsoft Excel makes it easy to import data from various file types, including PDFs. Whether you need to extract a single table or multiple pages of data, Excel allows you to quickly convert PDF content into an editable spreadsheet format.

To import data from a PDF into an Excel spreadsheet, use these steps:

  1. Open a blank Excel spreadsheet and switch to the Data tab.
  2. Click the Get Data button, go to From File, and choose From PDF from the submenu.
  3. In the file explorer window that appears, locate and select the PDF file you want to convert, then click Import.
  4. Excel will analyze the PDF file and list the tables and pages within the PDF that contain recognizable data.
  5. Select a table in the Navigator panel to preview it and click Load to import it into the spreadsheet.
  6. If you want to import multiple tables from your PDF, tick the Select multiple items checkbox, choose your tables, and click Load.

And that’s about it! Your PDF data should now appear in the Excel workbook, ready for you to analyze, sort, and manipulate as needed. Once you’re done, be sure to save your Excel file to preserve your work.

There are other methods to extract data from a PDF into Excel, such as using dedicated PDF-to-Excel conversion software, online tools, or manually copying and pasting data. However, using Excel’s built-in PDF import feature is often the most convenient option, especially if you’re already working within Excel.

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Pankil Shah, “Yes, You Can Convert PDF to Excel—Without Third-Party Software!“, makeuseof.com, August 28th 2024