Last updated on
Aug 16, 2021
Select Text Pdf For Free
Drop document here to upload
Up to 100 MB for PDF and up to 25 MB for DOC, DOCX, RTF, PPT, PPTX, JPEG, PNG, JFIF, XLS, XLSX or TXT
Note: Integration described on this webpage may temporarily not be available.
0
Forms filled
0
Forms signed
0
Forms sent
Discover the simplicity of processing PDFs online
Upload your document in seconds
Fill out, edit, or eSign your PDF hassle-free
Download, export, or share your edited file instantly
Top-rated PDF software recognized for its ease of use, powerful features, and impeccable support
Every PDF tool you need to get documents done paper-free
Create & edit PDFs
Generate new PDFs from scratch or transform existing documents into reusable templates. Type anywhere on a PDF, rewrite original PDF content, insert images or graphics, redact sensitive details, and highlight important information using an intuitive online editor.
Fill out & sign PDF forms
Say goodbye to error-prone manual hassles. Complete any PDF document electronically – even while on the go. Pre-fill multiple PDFs simultaneously or extract responses from completed forms with ease.
Organize & convert PDFs
Add, remove, or rearrange pages inside your PDFs in seconds. Create new documents by merging or splitting PDFs. Instantly convert edited files to various formats when you download or export them.
Collect data and approvals
Transform static documents into interactive fillable forms by dragging and dropping various types of fillable fields on your PDFs. Publish these forms on websites or share them via a direct link to capture data, collect signatures, and request payments.
Export documents with ease
Share, email, print, fax, or download edited documents in just a few clicks. Quickly export and import documents from popular cloud storage services like Google Drive, Box, and Dropbox.
Store documents safely
Store an unlimited number of documents and templates securely in the cloud and access them from any location or device. Add an extra level of protection to documents by locking them with a password, placing them in encrypted folders, or requesting user authentication.
Customer trust by the numbers
64M+
users worldwide
4.6/5
average user rating
4M
PDFs edited per month
9 min
average to create and edit a PDF
Join 64+ million people using paperless workflows to drive productivity and cut costs
Why choose our PDF solution?
Cloud-native PDF editor
Access powerful PDF tools, as well as your documents and templates, from anywhere. No installation needed.
Top-rated for ease of use
Create, edit, and fill out PDF documents faster with an intuitive UI that only takes minutes to master.
Industry-leading customer service
Enjoy peace of mind with an award-winning customer support team always within reach.
What our customers say about pdfFiller
See for yourself by reading reviews on the most popular resources:
I didn't know it was going to cost money. I am just a private person trying to get Medicare reimbursement. The print is very tiny so proofreading is hard.
2015-04-12
Very simple to use and create your own invoice for your company and you can e-mail to your client from the same site that also provides a security code for the receiver to access your invoice and you receive a notice when they do.
2017-03-30
PDFfiller is making filling out forms much more streamlined. As a non-profit organization we try to look for things make the running of it more efficient. PDFfiller has made this possible. No more trying to create the forms and fill in the tiny blocks. Just create, insert, and print.
2019-07-24
Experience of using PDFfiller
Great!
Accessible on my phone and laptop. I can work pretty much anywhere.
The customer service could be better and help things. I would like a direct line to expedite matters and had to reach out in email.
2019-01-29
I've been really happy with how easy it…
I've been really happy with how easy it is to find certain forms, then fill them in and print them, but I wasn't able to find a few forms I needed and had to look for them elsewhere. I'd be ecstatic if all the forms I needed were all in one place.
2023-10-26
Simple, no BS
Simple, fast, easy. No BS like so many other "free" pdf add-ons. No issues upload, editing, or resaving any of my content. No changes in the PDF while getting in or upload.
2022-11-07
If you ever happen to chat with Support…
If you ever happen to chat with Support for a technical issue --- Hope you get Paul.
Paul worked with me for nearly and hour trying to figure out why my form got skewed.
I shared out my screen with him -- he diligently and carefully figured out the problem and got it fixed.
Saved the day!
Kudos to Paul!!
2022-01-06
I mislead them on my intentions for the service level that I required. Once I brought it to their attention, I answered 3 questions; and the matter was immediately resolved. Outstanding customer service comms. !!!
2020-08-27
I had a problem with PDFfiller and sent…
I had a problem with PDFfiller and sent a mail to support. They replied within an hour or so, really excellent service. I live in South Africa where government support is poor at best. I downloaded the form, filled it in online and printed it without the slightest hitch - it just works!Roland, Johannesburg.
2020-08-18
Introducing Select Text Pdf Feature
We are excited to introduce our new Select Text Pdf feature, designed to enhance your PDF reading experience and streamline your workflow.
Key Features
Effortlessly select and highlight text within PDF documents
Copy and paste selected text into other applications
Quickly search and find specific words or phrases within PDFs
Potential Use Cases and Benefits
Research and Academic Purposes: Easily extract valuable information from research papers and academic materials to support your studies or projects
Professional Work: Efficiently gather relevant information from business reports, contracts, or legal documents to create summaries or presentations
Collaborative Work: Share specific sections of a PDF with colleagues, allowing for easy collaboration and discussion
Language Learning: Highlight and save important vocabulary or grammar points from language textbooks or articles, making it easier to review and practice
Personal Organization: Extract and store key information from receipts, invoices, or important documents as a reference for personal finance or legal matters
With our Select Text Pdf feature, you can effortlessly select and highlight text within Pdf documents, copy and paste selected text into other applications, and quickly search for specific words or phrases within Pdfs. Whether you're a student, professional, researcher, or language learner, this feature will save you time and improve your productivity. Say goodbye to manual note-taking and tedious transcription. Try it today and experience a new level of convenience in your Pdf reading and workflow!
How to Use the Select Text PDF Feature
The Select Text PDF feature in pdfFiller allows you to easily select and extract text from your PDF documents. Follow these steps to use this feature:
01
Open the pdfFiller website or app and log in to your account.
02
Upload the PDF document you want to work with.
03
Once the document is uploaded, click on the 'Select Text' tool in the toolbar.
04
Click and drag your cursor over the text you want to select. You can select a single word, a sentence, or even multiple paragraphs.
05
Release the cursor to highlight the selected text. You can also use the Shift key to select multiple sections of text.
06
After selecting the desired text, you can perform various actions. You can copy the text to your clipboard, delete it, or format it using the formatting options in the toolbar.
07
To copy the selected text, right-click on it and choose 'Copy' from the context menu. You can then paste the text into any other application or document.
08
To delete the selected text, press the 'Delete' key on your keyboard or use the 'Delete' option in the toolbar.
09
To format the selected text, use the formatting options in the toolbar. You can change the font, size, color, and other formatting attributes.
10
Once you have finished working with the selected text, you can save the changes to your PDF document by clicking on the 'Save' button.
Using the Select Text PDF feature in pdfFiller is a convenient way to extract and manipulate text from your PDF documents. Give it a try and enhance your productivity!
For pdfFiller’s FAQs
Below is a list of the most common customer questions. If you can’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
What if I have more questions?
Contact Support
Can I copy text from a PDF into Word?
How to copy and paste text from PDF to Word You can right click the text and click Copy, or use its shortcut key Ctrl+C. Open your word document and paste it there. Its shortcut key is Ctrl+V. To paste only the text without it original format, you can paste it by clicking Keep Text Only.
How do I select specific text in a PDF?
Right-click the document, and choose Select Tool from the pop-up menu. Drag to select text, or click to select an image.
How can I extract text from a PDF for free?
How to extract text from PDF? 1Click the “Add file” button to upload a document and convert PDF to text. If you are using a PC, drag and drop mechanism is supported. ... 2The conversion will start automatically. 3Get the output TXT file. 4Download or share it as a link or a QR code.
Why can't I select and copy text in PDF?
The PDF may require a password before you can select or copy text: Choose Tools > Show Inspector, click the Encryption Inspector button , then enter the password. The text might be an image instead of actual text: You can't select the text in this case.
How do I select and copy text from a PDF?
Copy text and images from PDFs Right-click the document, and choose Select Tool from the pop-up menu. Drag to select text, or click to select an image. Right-click the selected item, and choose Copy.
How do I extract text from a PDF document?
How to Extract Text from a PDF Step 1: Upload the PDF. Login to our OCR tool and select a PDF file to upload. ... Step 2: Add Parsing Rules. Before separating text from the PDF, add rules to automate and speed up the process. ... Step 3: Export and Save Your Text. That's pretty much it.
Video Review on How to Select Text Pdf
#1 usability according to G2
Try the PDF solution that respects your time.