OverPDF PDF to Text Converter

Pdf 2 Text converter is a straightforward application capable of generating plain text documents (.txt format) from PDF files. It supports batch processing, which means that you can convert multiple files at the same time and save the new items in the same directory.

The program doesn't require Adobe Acrobat or other PDF software products installed. It's compatible with PDF versions 1.0-1.7. Any graphical elements from the PDFs are skipped in the conversion, while the original page layout is preserved. The text columns are automatically aligned in tables.

It gets installed quickly and effortlessly, since there are no unfamiliar options, prerequisite software products, or third-party components bundled with the setup kit.

When it comes to the interface, Pdf 2 Text converter opts for a standard window that doesn't put emphasis on graphical elements, yet it's easy to navigate. All options are visible in this window, so you can get an overview before diving into the conversion procedure.

You can add PDFs from files or entire folders to the task list, view the full path and status of each item, specify the output directory for the new files, and start the conversion task with one click. It can be canceled if you change your mind. On task completion, the new files are automatically opened in your default text editor to review results.

It didn't put a strain on the computer's performance in our tests, using low CPU and RAM. No error dialogs popped up and it didn't hang or crash. However, it failed to convert a PDF document due to an unspecified exception. We must also keep in mind that Pdf 2 Text converter hasn't been updated for a long time. Nevertheless, you can test it for yourself.