Prepare PDFs, convert files and write in Markdown.
Explore 25 document tools for PDF pages, images, text and Word or spreadsheet output. The quality of a conversion depends on the source file: review the result before sharing it.
Featured document tasks
5 toolsStart with the most common actions: compress, combine, divide, create or recognize a PDF.
Organize & finish a PDF
6 toolsAdjust the order, appearance and visible document details before sharing.
Convert & extract
9 toolsMove supported content between PDF, images, text and office formats.
Write & publish
5 toolsDraft in Markdown or plain text and create a document from it.
Get a usable document in three steps
Identify the source
Check whether the document contains selectable text, scanned pages, embedded images or structured tables. These require different tools.
Select the action
Choose to combine pages, change their appearance, extract content or export another format. For scans without a text layer, begin with OCR.
Review the output
Check page order, text recognition, tables, layout and sensitive information before distributing a converted or edited file.
Scanned PDF or selectable text?
If you can highlight and copy text in your PDF, start with PDF to Text. If the page is an image of a document, use PDF OCR to recognize characters first. Text copied from a PDF can contain unwanted line breaks: the PDF Text Cleaner helps tidy the resulting text. Always inspect recognition and formatting, especially for tables, unusual fonts or low-quality scans.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about scans, conversion, compression and sharing.
When do I need OCR?
Use OCR when a PDF contains scanned images rather than selectable text. Recognition quality depends on the scan, language and layout.
Will a converted file keep the exact original layout?
Not necessarily. Complex columns, graphics, fonts and tables can change during conversion; review the exported document before using it.
Can I compress a PDF without affecting quality?
Compression may reduce image detail depending on its settings. Compare the new file visually with the original when quality matters.
Does removing metadata remove visible personal information?
No. Metadata removal addresses supported hidden properties, not text or images visible on a page. Inspect the document separately for personal details.
Is a visible PDF signature the same as a cryptographic digital signature?
No. Adding a visible signature image or drawing does not by itself provide cryptographic identity verification or tamper evidence.
Should I check the file before sharing it?
Yes. Confirm page order, orientation, legibility and sensitive content in the final output, especially after OCR or a format conversion.
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