PDF DocOfficePDF Tool Guides
Each guide explains when to use a tool, how it works, how to use it, what to watch out for, how to fix common problems, and what happens to your files. All the tools are free and need no account. For longer background reading, see our articles.
How to Convert a PDF to an Editable Word Document (DOCX)Step-by-step guide to converting a PDF into an editable Word (.docx) file online for free, with tips for keeping fonts, paragraphs and tables intact.
How to Convert a PDF Table into an Excel Spreadsheet (XLSX)Learn how to extract tables from a PDF into an editable Excel (.xlsx) spreadsheet, with practical tips for bank statements, invoices and reports.
How to Convert an Image (JPG or PNG) into Excel or Word with OCRTurn a photo or screenshot of a table or document into an editable Excel (.xlsx) or Word (.docx) file using free online OCR. Tips for sharper results.
How to Merge Multiple PDF Files into One DocumentCombine several PDF files into a single document in the order you choose. A simple guide with tips for clean, correctly ordered merged PDFs.
How to Split a PDF into Separate Files or Page RangesLearn how to split a large PDF into smaller files by page range, or extract single pages, quickly and privately in your browser.
How to Compress a PDF and Reduce File Size Without Losing ReadabilityShrink large PDF files for email and uploads. Learn how PDF compression works and how to keep text sharp while reducing size.
How to Protect a PDF with a PasswordAdd a password to a PDF so that only people who know it can open the file. A beginner's guide with advice on choosing a strong password.
How to Convert Images (JPG, PNG) into a Single PDFCombine photos and scans into one tidy PDF. Learn how to order pages, set margins and keep the file size reasonable.
How to Convert a PDF into a PowerPoint (PPTX) PresentationTurn a PDF into PowerPoint slides you can open in PowerPoint, Keynote or Google Slides. Learn what to expect and how to get the cleanest slides.
How to Convert PDF Pages into JPG ImagesSave every page of a PDF as a JPG image for sharing on social media, messaging apps and websites. Includes tips for sharpness and file size.
How to Convert PDF Pages into Sharp PNG ImagesExport PDF pages as lossless PNG images with crisp text and optional transparent backgrounds. A practical guide to when PNG is better than JPG.
How to Convert a PDF to PDF/A for Long-Term ArchivingUnderstand what PDF/A is, who needs it, and how to prepare a PDF for archiving with the PDF to PDF/A tool.
How to Turn Plain Text and Notes into a PDFCreate a clean, printable PDF from text, notes or a typed document in seconds, without installing any software.
How to Reorder, Rotate and Remove PDF PagesRearrange the pages of a PDF with a visual thumbnail view: drag pages into a new order, rotate them and remove the ones you do not need.
How to Extract Specific Pages from a PDFPull selected pages, ranges, or all odd or even pages out of a PDF to create a new, smaller document.
How to Delete Pages from a PDFRemove cover pages, blank sheets and outdated appendices from a PDF quickly, without installing any software.
How to Sign a PDF Online by Drawing or Typing Your SignatureAdd a handwritten-style or typed signature to any PDF page without printing and scanning. Includes advice on when this kind of signature is accepted.
How to Add a Text Watermark to a PDFStamp words such as CONFIDENTIAL, DRAFT or your company name across every page of a PDF, with control over opacity, rotation and colour.
How to Remove a Password from a PDF You OwnRemove the password or restrictions from a PDF when you know the password, so it opens without prompts and can be printed or edited.
How to Add Page Numbers to a PDFInsert page numbers in the header or footer of any PDF, with control over position, margins and format. Ideal for merged bundles and long reports.
How to Resize PDF Pages to A4, Letter or LegalChange the page size of a PDF to A4, US Letter or Legal with automatic centring, so it prints and uploads correctly.
How to Repair a Corrupted PDF That Will Not OpenTry to recover a damaged PDF that shows an error, opens blank, or says the file is corrupt. Learn why PDFs break and what the Repair PDF tool does.
How to Create a Professional Quotation (PDF or Excel) Online for FreeMake a clear, professional quotation with your logo, any currency and VAT or GST. Download it as PDF or Excel and re-open it later to edit.
How to Keep Stock Records by Brand with Excel and PDF Reports, Free OnlineTrack opening stock, dated outward and inward entries and the live balance for every brand, then download Excel or PDF reports.