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PDF Text Extractor for .NET

Extract pure, raw, or plain text from PDF documents with Documentize .NET Plugin

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Text Extractor for .NET

Introducing the Documentize Text Extractor for .NET plugin - a powerful tool that simplifies the process of extracting text from your PDF documents. This plugin is more than just a text extractor - it’s a comprehensive solution that enhances the efficiency and versatility of your document management process.

The plugin works by scanning your PDF documents and identifying embedded text. It then extracts this text while preserving its original formatting and structure. This process is all about enhancing the accessibility and usability of your content.

One of the standout features of this plugin is its ability to offer three operation modes: pure, raw, and plain. The pure mode extracts the text while preserving its original formatting. The raw mode extracts the text as it is, without any formatting. The plain mode extracts the text and removes any special characters or formatting. These modes provide flexibility and convenience for text extraction tasks in .NET applications, ensuring you can choose the best mode that suits your needs.

However, the benefits of this plugin go beyond text extraction. It also offers a smooth and efficient extraction process, minimizing the time and effort required to extract text from your PDF. With this plugin, you can experience the convenience of quick and easy text extractions.

In summary, the Documentize Text Extractor for .NET plugin is a comprehensive solution that streamlines the process of extracting text from your PDF documents, enhances the accessibility of your content, and streamlines your document management process. Try it now and experience the convenience and efficiency of our plugin today. Discover a new level of efficiency!

How to Extract Text from PDF via .NET

  • Reference Documentize in your project
  • Set your license keys
  • Create instances of TextExtractorOptions
  • Add input PDF documents using TextExtractorOptions.AddDataSource
  • Call TextExtractorOptions.Process and assign the result to ResultContainer
  • Access the extracted text using ResultContainer.ResultCollection

Getting Started with PDF Text Extractor

Get the assembly files from the downloads or fetch the package from NuGet to add Documentize directly to your workspace.

  • Supported operating systems include Windows 7-11, and Windows Server 2003-2022, macOS (10.12+), and Linux
  • Supported frameworks range from 4.0 to 7.0
  • Compatible with various Microsoft Visual Studio versions


How to Extract Text from Multiple PDFs

  • Reference Documentize for .NET in your project
  • Set your license keys
  • Create instances of TextExtractor & TextExtractorOptions
  • Add input PDF documents using TextExtractorOptions.AddDataSource
  • Call TextExtractor.Process with an instance of TextExtractorOptions as parameter
  • Get the result into an instance of ResultContainer
  • Access extracted text using ResultContainer.ResultCollection

Text Extractor's Operation Modes

  • The Pure option enables text extraction from a PDF file with various formatting procedures, incorporating relative positions and introducing additional spaces to align text to the width of the page
  • The Raw mode extracts text from the PDF file without applying any formatting
  • The Plain mode extracts text from the PDF file, taking into account the relative positioning of text fragments, but unlike the “Pure” mode, it does not add extra space.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Documentize Text Extractor for .NET do?

Documentize Text Extractor for .NET is a plugin designed for .NET applications, offering text extraction from PDF documents with three modes of operation; Pure, Raw, and Plain. It defaults to ‘Raw’ mode, supports versatile input and output options, allows simultaneous processing of multiple PDF files, and provides customization for developers, making it a convenient solution for text extraction within .NET environments.

What is the difference between Documentize for .NET & Documentize Text Extractor for .NET?

Documentize for .NET is a robust .NET API for a wide range of PDF tasks, including document generation, compression, table creation, and advanced features like importing and exporting PDF data. On the other hand, Documentize Text Extractor for .NET is a specialized plugin focused solely on extracting text from PDF documents, emphasizing text extraction capabilities.

Is Documentize Text Extractor for .NET limited to only to extract text from PDF?

Yes, PDF Text Extractor for .NET is designed specifically for extracting text from PDF. For other operations you can use other PDF plugins or the full capabilities of the Documentize library.

Does Documentize offer an online tool for PDF Text Extraction?

Yes, Documentize provides a free online PDF Text Parser tool for basic needs.

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