When using Extract Text, the most common questions are about recognition accuracy, scanned PDFs, and formatting; this FAQ includes 4 common questions and a 4-term glossary.
FAQ
What can I do if the extracted text is not accurate?
- Check whether the original PDF is clear and complete.
- Run the extraction again and choose a more suitable recognition language.
- Proofread names, numbers, and paragraph breaks after extraction.
- If the file is scanned, try a clearer version of the PDF if available.
Can I extract text from a scanned PDF?
- Yes, scanned PDFs can be processed.
- Open Extract Text and choose the appropriate recognition language before starting.
- Review the recognized content in the results pane after processing.
- If the result is not ideal, try a clearer scan and run the extraction again.
Will the extracted text keep the original formatting?
- The extracted result tries to keep the text content and basic paragraph structure.
- Complex layouts, tables, or multi-column content may still need manual cleanup after export.
- If you want to continue editing, saving as a Word file can make later formatting adjustments easier.
Why is the results pane empty?
- Make sure you clicked Start Extracting and waited for the process to finish.
- Check whether the selected page range is correct.
- Confirm that your account has the required membership access.
- If the PDF page is blank, damaged, or unclear, the result may be empty.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| OCR | Optical Character Recognition, a technology that turns text in images or scanned pages into searchable and selectable text. |
| Extraction range | The page scope used for one extraction task, such as all pages, the current page, or a custom page range. |
| Recognition language | The language selected before extraction, which can affect readability and recognition quality. |
| Results pane | The area that shows extracted text after processing, where you can copy or save the result. |