How Drawboard Makes It Easy to Convert PDFs to TXT

Extract Text in Just a Few Steps
Add your file, select TXT, and click convert. You’ll instantly get a clean text file you can save locally.

Works Locally in Your Browser
No syncing, no uploading, and no cloud access. Your document stays on your device throughout the entire process.

Pure Text Output
This tool strips your PDF down to its raw text, simplifying editing, importing, or data processing in lightweight environments.

Unlimited Use, No File Restrictions
There are no size caps or usage limits. Convert as many PDFs as you need, whenever you need to.

Instant Download, Ready to Edit
Get your .txt file the moment the conversion finishes. It’s immediately ready to open in any text editor or terminal-based tool.

No Sign-Ups or Software Installs
The tool is always available in your browser. No need to register, download, or configure anything.
How to Use The PDF to TXT Tool

1. Add your PDF to the tool by dragging & dropping it in, or select it from your file browser.

2. Choose ‘Document’ and then ‘TXT’ in the dropdown menu, then click ‘Convert’.

3. Download your TXT file from the download panel.
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