What is ExtractToExcel?
ExtractToExcel is a web application being built to extract user-selected fields from PDFs and organize them in one Excel workbook.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers before you upload.
The converter is still being prepared for launch. These answers describe the intended first release and will be updated as implementation decisions are finalized.
How will I convert a PDF to Excel?
You will upload PDFs, define the columns you want, start extraction, review the resulting rows, and download an .xlsx file.
Can I upload multiple PDFs at once?
Yes. The planned first release supports batches of up to 10 PDF files, subject to file-size and total-upload limits.
Can I choose my own Excel columns?
Yes. Custom columns are central to the product. You can name each field and optionally add a description or choose a text, number, currency, or date type.
What happens if a field is missing from a PDF?
Its cell remains blank. The extraction instructions explicitly tell the AI not to invent unsupported values.
Can ExtractToExcel process invoices and receipts?
Invoices and receipts are the main focus of the first release. Other repeated business PDFs may also work when the requested fields are clearly present.
Does each PDF become one Excel row?
Yes. Each uploaded PDF maps to exactly one row so the source document and extracted record remain easy to match.
What Excel format will be exported?
The planned export format is a standard .xlsx workbook with one worksheet.
Do I need an account?
No registration will be required for the initial converter. The service plans to use an anonymous session behind the scenes to protect each conversion job.
Are uploaded PDFs stored?
The planned service uses private temporary storage so a PDF can be processed and its workbook prepared. Files are not intended for permanent document storage.
How accurate is AI extraction?
Accuracy depends on document quality, layout, scan clarity, and the requested fields. AI can make mistakes, so important results should always be reviewed.
Can scanned PDFs be processed?
The planned extraction pipeline can use OCR-capable PDF processing, but results will vary with image quality and legibility.
What is the maximum PDF file size?
The initial planned limit is 20 MB per PDF, up to 10 files and 100 MB total per conversion. Final launch limits may be adjusted to protect reliability and control processing costs.