Introduction

Converting PDF can be convert the PDF files to Text. With n8n and the PDF Toolkit node, you can automate this process effortlessly. This guide will walk you through how to Convert PDF files to Text using n8n.

Why Convert PDFs to Text in n8n?

• -  Automate document processing without manual intervention
• -  Easily convert PDF files to Text

Prerequisites

• -  A self-hosted n8n instance
• -  The CustomJS PDF Toolkit node installed
• -  Code node for handling URL that indicates PDF file.

Workflow Overview

The workflow consists of the following steps:

1. -  HTTP Request Node For PDF Download – Pass urls for PDF files to merge.
2. -  Convert PDF to Text – Convert the generated Text from PDF

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Request HTML and Convert PDFs in n8n

Use a Webhook node to receive files dynamically or a Request HTML or Code to fetch stored PDFs.

2. Convert PDF to Text

• -  Add the Convert PDF to Text node from the PDF Toolkit
• -  Convert the generated Text from PDF

Final Thoughts

With n8n, extracting PDFs is automated, reducing manual work and improving efficiency. Whether you're dealing with invoices, reports, or forms, this workflow can save time and streamline your document management.