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Prepare the source and define the result
Select table pages, straighten sloped rows and use enough resolution for small digits and decimal marks. Decide whether tables belong on separate sheets.
Set acceptance criteria before processing: expected pages or records, languages, critical fields and destination format.
Use a reviewable OCR workflow
Group positioned words into rows, infer repeated column boundaries and retain page references. Repair obvious splits and shifted headings in preview.
Keep recognition evidence beside the source. Confidence prioritizes review but does not guarantee a word or number.
Verify before using the output
Compare row counts, recalculate totals and sample first, last and high-value rows. Ensure numbers are numeric and dates use the intended locale.
Keep the original until the reviewed derivative is accepted. Valid structure does not prove semantic accuracy.
- Merged and borderless tables are structurally ambiguous.
- OCR confidence does not replace reconciliation.
Put the workflow into practice
Arrange source documents, select the pages you need, and create one PDF locally in your browser. Review the result before choosing any optional next step.
Try OCR PDF to ExcelFrequently asked questions
Clear answers before you merge
Is OCR PDF to Excel always exact?
No. Accuracy depends on source quality, language, layout and review.
Should I keep the original?
Yes. Keep it until the reviewed output is accepted.
What improves OCR accuracy?
Sharp upright input, correct language selection, restrained cleanup and focused review.
How should I verify the result?
Reopen it, test its intended function and compare critical content with the source.
