How to Convert PDF to Notepad

Sometimes we find ourselves in situations where we just need to extract the text from a PDF file and our concern for formatting may be so little that we just want to convert the PDF into a notepad file. Luckily for us, there are multiple tools with PDF to notepad conversion options.

Steps to Convert PDF to Notepad

Step 1: Open the PDF to Notepad Converter

Find and click on the option labelled as "Open files" to browse and select the PDF File that you wish to convert.

Step 2: Convert PDF to Notepad

Once the relevant PDF file is open in the program window, click on the "Convert" button in the toolbar. A cache of further options should pop up right under the toolbar. These options let users pick from a multitude of options, including the option to convert the PDF into a Word, Excel, PowerPoint, image, or text file. Click on the "To Text" button.

Step 3: Save PDF as Notepad

A window should open, prompting users to choose the file format and name of the newly converted file. Name the file appropriately and make sure to save the file as .txt type. Click "Save".

Congratulations. The PDF has successfully converted into a notepad file.

Second Method to Convert PDF to Notepad

Users may also perform PDF to Notepad conversion using another way as demonstrated below:

Step 1: Click the "Convert PDF" Button

Upon opening PDFelement, on the "Home" tab, there is a list of PDF-related options. One of the options is "Convert PDF." Click on the "Convert PDF" button.

Step 2: Import PDF File

A window should pop up, enabling users to browse through their devices and find the PDF they wish to convert into a Notepad file. After browsing through their device and finding the PDF document that they want to convert, users need to select the particular document and click the "Open" button.

Step 3: Convert PDF to Notepad

Once you click the "Open" button, a new "Save" window will appear. You can name the new document and select its format. Click on the field corresponding to "Save as type" and choose the "Text Files(*.txt)" option to save as .docx file. Now click "Save".

Task is done. You can now open the file by right-clicking it and choose "Open With" > "Notepad".

Conclusion

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Looking for tutorial on how to add notes to a PDF? Check here: How to Add Notes to a PDF: Best Methods 2022