Extract Table Data from Images and PDFs with Filerop

Copying data from images or PDFs by hand can take a lot of time and effort. Luckily, FileDrop offers an intuitive OCR text extraction tool that helps you quickly pull tables from scanned documents, screenshots, and digital files — no manual typing needed.

In this post, you’ll learn how to use FileDrop’s table extraction feature to turn tables into editable, organized data with just a few clicks.

A Handy Tool for Table Extraction

FileDrop’s table extraction tool works with both images and PDFs. Whether you’re dealing with a scanned paper, a picture of a document, or a regular PDF file, FileDrop can detect and pull out any tables it finds.

It’s designed to work well on both computers and mobile devices, so you can extract tables anywhere, anytime.

Easy to Use, Step by Step

Here’s how to use it:

1. Choose a file – Upload a file from your computer, snap a photo using your phone or camera, or pull a document from cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive.
2. Click “Extract” – FileDrop will scan your file, detect any tables, and extract the data for you.
3. View the results – You’ll see the table nicely organized into rows and columns, ready for review or editing.

Extract Tables from Images Video Tutorial

Choose How You Want to Use the Data

Once the table is extracted, FileDrop gives you a few ways to use it:

• Download as an Excel file – Perfect for working in spreadsheet tools like Excel or Google Sheets.
• Copy to clipboard – Easily paste the table into emails, documents, or other apps.
• Save as a Word file – Great if you want to include the table in a report, presentation, or text document without formatting it manually.

Conclusion

FileDrop’s table extraction tool saves you time and effort by turning images and PDFs into easy-to-use tables. Try it out and make your data work for you — without the hassle of manual copying!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What file types can I use?
A: FileDrop works with common image formats like JPG, PNG, BMP, and also with PDFs.

Q: Can it extract more than one table in a file?
A: Yes, it can detect and extract multiple tables from the same document. It processes each one separately.

Q: Is there a file size limit?
A: Yes, but it’s pretty generous and should work for most files. FileDrop keeps the limits reasonable to ensure smooth performance.

Q: Can it handle handwritten tables?
A: FileDrop is mainly designed for typed or printed text, but it might be able to read neat and clear handwritten tables. The results can vary based on handwriting quality.