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Scanned PDF to Word

Convert scanned PDF files into editable Word documents using OCR mode.

Scanned PDF to Word conversion is designed for files that do not contain a proper text layer.

Convert scanned PDF files into editable Word documents using OCR mode.

Best for

Best for scanned documents, printed forms, and paperwork saved as PDF images.

Conversion tip

Use OCR mode for the strongest results on scanned files.

1. Upload

Choose your PDF file from your device and upload it through the homepage tool.

2. Convert

Automatic conversion runs first, with OCR available for scanned and image-based PDFs.

3. Download

Download your editable DOCX file as soon as conversion is complete.

Why do scanned PDFs need OCR?

Scanned PDFs are often just images of pages, so OCR is needed to detect and extract the text.

Ready to convert?

Go back to the homepage, upload your PDF, and convert it into an editable Word document.

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