PDF to Markdown
Convert PDF to Markdown format
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How to Convert PDF to Markdown
Upload PDF
Select or drag your PDF file into the upload area.
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Click convert to extract text as Markdown format.
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Download or copy your Markdown text.
Why Convert PDF to Markdown?
Markdown is the universal format for documentation, wikis, and content management. Converting PDFs to Markdown lets you edit, version control, and republish content easily.
Markdown Use Cases
- GitHub/GitLab: README files, documentation, wikis.
- Documentation Sites: MkDocs, Docusaurus, GitBook, Read the Docs.
- Blogs: Jekyll, Hugo, Gatsby, and most static site generators.
- Note Apps: Obsidian, Notion, Bear, and other Markdown editors.
What Converts Well
Headings, paragraphs, lists, and simple tables convert accurately. Complex formatting, multi-column layouts, and images require manual adjustment or separate extraction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markdown format?
Markdown is lightweight text using simple symbols for formatting (# for headings, * for lists). It's used in GitHub, wikis, documentation, and CMS systems.
Will the conversion preserve formatting?
Document structure including headings, paragraphs, and lists is preserved. Complex layouts and images are converted to text descriptions.
What can I do with the Markdown output?
Use it in GitHub READMEs, documentation sites, wikis, blogs, or any Markdown-compatible system. Easy to convert to HTML.
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
For best results, use text-based PDFs. For scanned documents, run OCR first to create searchable text.
Is converting PDF to Markdown free?
Yes, completely free with no registration, watermarks, or hidden costs.
Are tables converted?
Simple tables are converted to Markdown table syntax. Complex tables with merged cells may need manual cleanup.
What about code blocks?
If your PDF contains code, it's extracted as text. You may need to add Markdown code fence syntax (```) manually.
Can I copy the result directly?
Yes, the Markdown output can be copied to clipboard or downloaded as a .md file for use in any text editor.
Is this useful for documentation?
Yes! Convert PDF manuals, guides, or specifications to Markdown for easy editing, version control, and publishing.
What about images in the PDF?
Images are not extracted. Use our Extract Images tool separately if you need the images along with the Markdown text.