Convert PDF tables and data to Excel
Converting messy PDF tables and multi-column reports into spreadsheets manually takes hours and invites formatting errors. Siftspindle uses AI to extract table columns, rows, headers, and numeric figures directly into clean Excel (.xlsx) or JSON.
Turn PDF Tables into .XLSX in Seconds
Every account gets 10 free extractions every month. Files are automatically deleted within 24 hours.
How Well It Works (Real-World Testing)
We tested Siftspindle on a wide variety of financial balance sheets, multi-column invoices, and data tables:
- Digital Vector PDFs: Documents with bordered grids or distinct columns extract with high precision (over 95% accuracy for numeric cells, line items, and header alignment).
- Scanned & Paper Documents: Scanned PDFs with borderless tables or low resolution (below 200 DPI) can occasionally misalign multi-line table rows or misread blurry decimals.
- Plain Advice: Always review the extracted table preview against your original PDF before relying on the spreadsheet.
What you can extract
Tell Siftspindle which table columns or key data you want, for example line-item descriptions, quantities, unit prices, SKU numbers, totals, and column headers. Ask for exactly what you need and nothing else.
How to do it
Sign in
Sign in with Google or an email code.
Describe columns
Type the table columns you want in the instructions box.
Upload PDF
Upload the PDF file (up to 25 MB).
Download Excel
Check the result and download the Excel or JSON file.
Tips for better results
- •Use the clearest file you have. A digital vector PDF beats a photo of paper.
- •Name the exact columns you need. Listing columns like 'Date, Description, Qty, Amount' guides the AI.
- •Process one table layout at a time. Single layout documents avoid header confusion.
- •Compare totals and dates with the original. Always spot-check row counts and calculated totals.
Limits you should know
AI extraction can misread numbers. Scans and photos are less reliable than digital PDFs. Don’t upload card numbers, passwords or ID documents.
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