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How to Convert PDF to Excel Online

Turn a PDF document into a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet in four simple steps:

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  • Drag & drop your PDF into the box above or Click the Select a file button above.
  • Choose the PDF you want to convert to XLSX format.
  • Let Acrobat automatically convert your PDF to an editable excel file.
  • Download your excel file or sign in to share it.
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Learn how to convert PDF to Excel with our online tool. It’s free, easy to use, and works on any device, allowing you to convert PDFs to Excel files anytime, anywhere.

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Convert PDFs into Excel files

It couldn't be easier to turn your PDFs into spreadsheets. Simply drag and drop your file into our PDF to Excel converter and hey presto. When done, you can download or share easily.

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Quickly turn PDFs into XLSX files

Turn a PDF into an Excel file in seconds with the Acrobat PDF converter tool. Acrobat transfers your PDF tables and other content into Excel rows and columns that you can edit.

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Edit your Excel file with ease

Acrobat's online tool has transformed your PDF into a spreadsheet. What next? You can easily edit it online using Microsoft Excel for the web. Simply sign into your Adobe account and get started.

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It's easy to download and share your files

What do you want to do with your new Excel file? Download it to your computer or share with colleagues? To get a shareable link, you just need to sign into your Acrobat account. Get everyone's feedback on one online file.

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Choose your platform

Convert PDFs into Excel documents using your choice of web browser and operating system, whether you’re using a MacBook, iPad or iPhone on iOS, or a PC or laptop on Windows.

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The best PDF to Excel converter around

Adobe invented the PDF file format in the early 1990s – we know it inside out. Try our trusted, user-friendly online PDF tools, offering premium Excel conversion, to work smarter and faster.

PDF to Excel Questions? We have answers.

Will the converted Excel file show the content from my original PDF?

Yes, the Adobe Acrobat converter tool transfers your PDF data and content into an editable Excel spreadsheet. You can then work on this high-quality file on your chosen platform, including Mac or Windows.

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How to convert PDF files to Excel on iPhone?
You can use the Adobe Acrobat suite of tools from any device, regardless of operating system. Simply open this page on your iPhone’s web browser and you’ll be able to convert PDFs to Excel files in just a few taps. (Ensure there's a strong internet connection).
How do I convert a PDF to Excel without software?
Adobe Acrobat allows you to convert PDFs to Excel documents online for free, so you don’t need to worry about downloading any additional software. Just access our tools online from any device to get started.
What's the difference between XLS and XLSX files?
Both XLS and XLSX file formats are Microsoft Excel files. They're essentially the same – an empty Excel sheet with rows and columns. The main difference is one superseded the other. XLS is the original Excel file format from the 1980s until the mid-2000s. In 2007, XLS was superseded by XLSX, which was based on Open XML (Extensible Mark-up Language) standard. From Office 2007 onwards, XLSX became the dominant Excel file.
How do I open my file after converting from PDF to Excel?
There are two ways to open your new Excel file. First, you can download the file to your computer and open via Excel – provided you have access to it. Second, you can open it online directly from Acrobat by clicking the edit in Excel button. For the second option, you'll need to sign into your Adobe account.
Can I link to a PDF in Excel?
To link to a PDF in Excel directly, navigate to Insert > Object. In the new window, stay on the Create New tab and click on Adobe Acrobat Document > Display as icon > OK and locate the PDF you’d like to link to in your Excel. Once you’ve found the PDF, click OK and position the PDF icon wherever you like. Double click on the icon in Excel to open the PDF.
Can I convert a scanned document to an Excel file?
Yes, with our OCR (Optical Character Recognition) tool functionality, you can convert scanned PDF text into editable Excel. Try our OCR free online tool and start converting.
Can I edit my PDF before converting it to Excel?
Yes, you can edit PDF files with our free online PDF editor, which allows you to modify your PDF in various ways, including adding text, changing fonts, and adding comments and highlights.
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