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Our PDF to CSV conversion service is designed to be simple yet powerful. Here's how to get started: 1. Create an account or sign in 2. Upload your PDF file containing tables 3. Wait for the automatic table detection 4. Download your converted CSV file For best results, ensure your PDF tables are clearly formatted and have consistent column structures.

Input Format: • PDF files (.pdf) • Maximum file size: 10MB (Free), 50MB (Pro), 100MB (Max) • Single or multiple tables per page • Text-based or scanned PDFs (with OCR) Output Format: • CSV (Comma-Separated Values) • Excel (.xlsx) - Depends on the output formart. • Custom delimiters available • UTF-8 encoding support

Our AI-powered table detection system: • Automatically identifies table structures • Handles merged cells and complex layouts • Preserves column headers • Maintains data relationships • Supports multiple tables per page • Detects table borders and gridlines For optimal results, ensure tables have clear boundaries and consistent formatting. Please note that the table detection is not 100% accurate and may miss some tables. If you notice that a table is not detected, please contact support.

Pro and Max plans include API access: ```bash # Example API Request curl -X POST https://api.convertpdfcsv.com/convert \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ -F "file=@document.pdf" ``` Full API documentation is available in our API docs section.

Pro and Max plans support batch processing: • Upload multiple PDFs simultaneously • Convert entire folders • Bulk download options - Rolling out to some users • Progress tracking • Email notifications - Rolling out to some users • Automated workflows Use our web interface or API for batch operations.

We take security seriously: • Files are encrypted in transit and at rest • Automatic file deletion after processing • No data retention beyond 30 days • Regular security audits • GDPR compliant • SOC 2 certified infrastructure Read our Security Policy for more details.

Common issues and solutions: 1. Table Not Detected • Ensure table has clear borders or gridlines • Check PDF quality • Try adjusting scan quality for scanned documents 2. Incorrect Data Extraction • Verify PDF text is selectable • Check for merged cells • Review table structure 3. File Size Limits • Check your plan's limits • Consider file compression • Split large files if needed

For optimal results: 1. File Preparation • Use text-based PDFs when possible • Ensure tables have consistent formatting • Maintain clear column headers 2. Processing • Start with a small test file • Use batch processing for multiple files • Monitor conversion progress 3. Data Validation • Review converted files • Check for special characters • Verify data alignment