Convert PDFs to Google Docs and Back (Images and Formatting Included)

Converting PDF to Google Docs

In this video, the speaker explains how to convert a PDF file to a Google Doc and edit it in Google Docs. The speaker also discusses the challenges of converting PDF files with images.

Converting PDF to Google Docs

• To convert a PDF file to a Google Doc, upload the file directly from your computer to Google Drive.

• If the PDF file has only text, it can be converted directly into a Google Doc.

• If the PDF file has images, third-party software may be required for conversion.

Editing Converted Files

• After converting the PDF file to a Google Doc, you can edit it in Google Docs.

• However, if there were images in the original PDF that did not convert properly, they will need to be manually added back into the document.

Converting PDF to Word using Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat Online

In this section, the speaker explains two methods for converting a PDF file to a Word document. The first method involves using Microsoft Word, while the second method involves using Adobe Acrobat Online.

Using Microsoft Word

• To convert a PDF file to a Word document using Microsoft Word, open the PDF in Microsoft Word and go to the "File" menu.

• Click on "Export As" or "Convert" and select "docx" as the output format.

Using Adobe Acrobat Online

• Go to adobe.com/acrobat/online/PDF-to-word.html (or click on the link provided in the description).

• Select "PDF to Word" from the list of online tools.

• Upload your PDF file and wait for it to be converted.

• Sign in with your Google account (or create a new free account) to download the converted file.

• Open the downloaded docx file in Google Drive or Google Docs and edit it as needed.

Converting a Google Docs File Back to PDF

In this section, the speaker explains how to convert a Google Docs file back into a PDF format.

• Open your edited Google Docs file.

• Go to "File" > "Download".

• Select "PDF Document (.pdf)" as the output format.

• The downloaded PDF should be saved in your downloads folder.

Using Google Docs with Docx Format

In this section, the speaker explains how to use Google Drive and either Acrobat or Word to work with Google Docs using docx format.

Steps for Using Google Docs with Docx Format

• Use Google Drive as an intermediary step.

• Use either Acrobat or Word as trusted and reliable tools.

• Convert the document to docx format before working on it in Google Docs.

Overall, the speaker emphasizes that using docx format is an easy and trusted way to work with Google Docs.