Convert PDF to Markdown
Transform your PDF documents into clean, structured Markdown. Perfect for AI training, documentation, and developer workflows.
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PDF files are everywhere—from academic papers to business reports. But when you need to work with the text programmatically, feed it to an AI, or include it in your documentation, PDF's rigid format becomes a limitation. Converting PDF to Markdown unlocks your content, making it editable, searchable, and ready for modern workflows.
Why Convert PDF to Markdown?
AI and LLM Compatibility: Large language models like Claude and ChatGPT work significantly better with Markdown than raw PDF text. Markdown preserves document structure while eliminating formatting noise that can confuse AI models.
Documentation Workflows: Modern documentation systems like GitBook, Docusaurus, and MkDocs are built on Markdown. Converting PDFs lets you integrate legacy documents into your docs-as-code workflow.
Version Control: Unlike PDFs, Markdown files work beautifully with Git. Track changes, collaborate with others, and maintain a complete history of your documents.
Accessibility: Markdown is plain text at its core, making it more accessible and easier to process across different platforms and tools.
How to Convert PDF to Markdown
Upload your PDF file using drag-and-drop or the file picker
Our converter extracts text while preserving headings, lists, and paragraph structure
Tables are converted to Markdown table syntax when detected
Download your clean Markdown file instantly
Tips for Best Results
- For best results, use PDFs with selectable text rather than scanned images
- Complex layouts with multiple columns may need minor manual adjustments
- Headers and footers are automatically detected and can be excluded
- Batch convert up to 100 PDFs at once for large document libraries
Common Use Cases
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the PDF to Markdown converter preserve formatting?
Yes, our converter preserves essential formatting including headings, bold/italic text, lists, and tables. Complex layouts like multi-column PDFs may require minor adjustments after conversion.
Can I convert scanned PDFs to Markdown?
Our converter works best with PDFs containing selectable text. For scanned documents, you'll need to run OCR (Optical Character Recognition) first to extract the text layer.
Is there a file size limit for PDF conversion?
Yes, individual files can be up to 50MB. For larger documents, consider splitting them into smaller sections before conversion.
How does PDF to Markdown help with AI/LLM workflows?
Markdown provides clean, structured text that LLMs can process more effectively than PDF. The format preserves document hierarchy (headings, sections) while removing visual formatting that can interfere with AI comprehension.
Can I batch convert multiple PDFs at once?
Yes, you can upload and convert up to 100 PDF files simultaneously. All converted files can be downloaded individually or as a single ZIP archive.
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