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How to OCR Excel and Share on-line
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Open pdfFiller in any browser and log in to your account. Sign up for free, if you don’t have an account already.
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Upload a file by clicking the Add New button. Use among the supplied options to upload it towards the platform.
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Import the file from your device or the cloud or request it via email. Use the rich library of form templates, if needed.
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Modify content making use of the elements from the toolbar on the top before you OCR Excel and Share the document.
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Open the document and edit it according to your needs: add/change text, insert images, make comments, etc.
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Fill out the form using the Text, Checkmark, Cross, and other options from the upper toolbar.
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Click Done and go to the right-side toolbar to OCR Excel and Share.
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OCR Excel and Share Feature
The OCR Excel and Share feature transforms how you work with data. By converting images and scanned documents into editable Excel files, it simplifies data management. With this tool, you can easily share data within your team, enhancing collaboration and productivity.
Key Features
Convert scanned documents to editable Excel files quickly
Seamless sharing options for easy collaboration
User-friendly interface that simplifies the process
Supports multiple file formats for versatility
Accurate text recognition to minimize errors
Potential Use Cases and Benefits
Streamline data entry and reduce manual input errors
Facilitate quick access to important data for teams
Enable efficient sharing of financial reports or budgets
Improve project management with easy data updates
Enhance data analysis through convenient editing
This feature addresses common challenges such as time-consuming manual data entry and inefficient team collaboration. By automating the conversion process and allowing instant sharing, you save time and reduce frustration. Now, you can focus on analysis and decision-making, rather than getting bogged down in repetitive tasks.
How to Use the OCR Excel and Share Feature in pdfFiller
The OCR Excel and Share feature in pdfFiller allows you to easily extract data from scanned documents and convert it into an Excel spreadsheet. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use this feature:
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Upload your scanned document to pdfFiller. You can do this by clicking on the 'Upload' button on the main dashboard and selecting the file from your computer.
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Once the document is uploaded, click on the 'OCR' button in the toolbar at the top of the page. This will initiate the OCR process.
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After the OCR process is complete, you will see a preview of the extracted data. Review the data to ensure accuracy.
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If you're satisfied with the extracted data, click on the 'Export' button and select 'Excel' from the dropdown menu. This will convert the data into an Excel spreadsheet.
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You can now download the Excel spreadsheet by clicking on the 'Download' button. The file will be saved to your computer.
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If you want to share the extracted data with others, you can click on the 'Share' button. This will generate a shareable link that you can send to others.
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When someone opens the shared link, they will be able to view and download the extracted data in Excel format.
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You can also customize the sharing settings by clicking on the 'Settings' button. This allows you to control who can access the shared data and what they can do with it.
Using the OCR Excel and Share feature in pdfFiller is a convenient way to extract data from scanned documents and share it with others. Follow these steps to make the most out of this feature and streamline your document workflow.
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How do I make an editable Excel spreadsheet shareable?
Share and collaborate with Excel for the web Select Share. Set permissions. Allow editing is automatically checked. ... Enter the names or email addresses of whom to share with. Add a message (optional). Select Send. Or, select Copy link to get a link to the file.
How do I create an editable Excel file and share it?
Share your workbook Select Share. Set permissions. Allow editing is automatically checked. Uncheck this if you only want to give permission to view the file, not edit it. ... Enter the names or email addresses of who to share with. Add a message (optional). Select Send. Or, select Copy link to get a link to the file.
Can I make Excel read only for others?
Click Review > Restrict Editing. Under Editing restrictions, check Allow only this type of editing in the document, and make sure the list says No changes (Read only). Click Yes, Start Enforcing Protection.
Can Excel do OCR?
OCR technology works with Excel in the same way. It can read “flat” documents, like images or PDF files, and reconstruct them as a functional spreadsheet. If you're working with a PDF spreadsheet, an easy way to prepare it for editing is to use an OCR-capable converter to turn it into an Excel file.
How do I create a collaborative Excel document?
Collaborate in Excel Select. Share on the ribbon. Or, select File > Share. Note: If your file is not already saved to OneDrive, you'll be prompted to upload your file to OneDrive to share it. Select who you want to share with from the drop-down, or enter a name or email address. Add a message (optional) and select Send.
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