How to convert a PDF to an editable Word document
Converting a PDF to Word lets you edit text that was otherwise locked in a fixed layout. This free converter extracts the text so you can reuse it in a document — all without uploading your file.
Open the PDF to WordStep by step
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Open the PDF to Word tool
Go to the PDF to Word converter.
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Add your PDF
Drag the PDF in or click to browse and select it.
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Convert
The tool extracts the text content from your PDF.
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Download the Word file
Save the editable document to your device and open it in Word, Google Docs, or any editor.
Tips
- Text-based PDFs convert cleanly. Scanned PDFs are images, so they need OCR before the text can be extracted.
Frequently asked questions
Will the layout be identical to the PDF?
Conversion focuses on getting the text out so you can edit it. Complex multi-column layouts may need light reformatting.
Can I convert a scanned PDF to Word?
Scanned PDFs are images of text, so the characters are not selectable until run through OCR. Plain digital PDFs convert directly.