File to Text Converter

Convert files to plain text online. Extract text from PDFs, Word documents, images, and other file formats instantly.

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Om dette verktøyet

This online file-to-text converter allows you to extract text content from various file formats including PDF documents, Microsoft Word files (DOCX, DOC), plain text files (TXT), rich text format (RTF), OpenDocument Text (ODT), HTML files, and common image formats (JPG, PNG, GIF). The tool processes files entirely in your browser without uploading to any server, ensuring your data privacy. Simply upload your file, select conversion options if needed, and get the extracted text ready for copying or downloading.

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Hvordan bruke

Click the upload area or drag and drop your file into the designated zone.
Supported formats include PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, HTML, JPG, PNG, and GIF.
Optionally adjust text extraction settings like line breaks and encoding.
Click the 'Extract Text' button to process your file.
View the extracted text in the results section, where you can copy it to clipboard or download as a text file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What file formats are supported?

The tool supports PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, HTML, JPG, PNG, and GIF files. For image files, basic OCR is performed to extract text.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No, all processing happens entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your computer, ensuring complete privacy and security.

Is there a file size limit?

The tool can handle files up to 50MB. For optimal performance with large PDFs or images, we recommend files under 20MB.

Can I extract text from scanned PDFs or images?

Yes, the tool includes basic OCR capabilities for extracting text from image-based PDFs and common image formats (JPG, PNG, GIF). For complex documents with advanced formatting, results may vary.

What happens to the formatting of the original document?

The tool extracts plain text, removing most formatting like fonts, colors, and layouts. Basic structure like line breaks and paragraphs is preserved when possible.

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