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How to convert PDFs to Word, Excel, and more with MobiPDF (video tutorial)

Quick summary

  • Select your PDF: open the PDF file you want to convert.

  • Choose conversion format: convert your PDF to Word, Excel, or other formats.

  • Save the converted file: choose where to save your new document after conversion.

How to convert PDFs to Word, Excel, and more with MobiPDF

Converting PDFs into other formats like Word, Excel, or images can be very useful for editing or sharing documents in a different format. MobiPDF makes it simple to convert your PDF files into the format you need. This tutorial will walk you through how to convert your PDF to Word or any other supported format.

1. Open your PDF in MobiPDF

Start by opening MobiPDF on your computer and selecting the PDF file you want to convert.

Steps to opening your PDF

  1. Open MobiPDF on your computer.

  2. Click the "Open" tab in the toolbar.

  3. Click "Browse" to locate and select your PDF file from your computer.

2. Choose the desired conversion format

Once the PDF is open, go to the toolbar and click on the Convert button. A list of available conversion formats will then appear.

Steps to choosing a conversion format

  1. Click on "Convert" in the toolbar.

  2. From the dropdown menu, select your desired format. For example, choose "PDF to Word" if you want to convert the document to Word.

3. Select language settings and start the conversion

If your PDF contains text in multiple languages, MobiPDF will automatically detect the language. If necessary, you can manually select the correct language (up to three) for better accuracy during conversion.

How to select which languages are present in your PDF

  1. Choose the conversion type you need.

  2. A window will pop up showing the detected language in the document.

  3. If the language is incorrect, click "Select" and choose the right one.

  4. Click "Convert" to begin the conversion.

4. Save the converted document

Once the conversion is complete, you can choose where to save the new document on your computer.

Steps to saving your converted file

After conversion, a prompt will appear to choose a location to save your newly converted file.

Choose your preferred save location and click "Save".

Conclusion

Converting PDFs to Word, Excel, or other formats with MobiPDF is quick and easy. With just a few clicks, you can transform your PDF into a more editable or shareable format. For more tutorials and helpful tips, don't forget to check out the MobiPDF YouTube channel!

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