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How to Convert PDF to Excel for Data Analysis
Updated 2026-02-21Verified Private
PDFs are great for sharing, but terrible for analysis. This guide shows you how to convert your PDF tables into a usable Excel format.
Why is this needed?
Manually re-typing data from a PDF into Excel is time-consuming and error-prone. Automated conversion saves hours and ensures accuracy.
!Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Upload your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file into the Tulz PDF to Excel converter.
2
Extract Tables
Our tool automatically detects tables and structures them into rows and columns.
3
Download as XLSX
Get a clean Excel file ready for further analysis, sorting, and charting.
Pro Tips
- •Ensure your PDF tables have clear borders for best detection.
- •For complex layouts, you may need minor adjustments in Excel after conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
It works best with digitally created PDFs. Scanned documents may require OCR first for text recognition.
Is there a file size limit?
Yes, files up to 50MB are supported.