> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.apryse.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text.md).

# PDF2Text

- [Extract Text from PDF via Command Line: Windows, Linux, macOS](https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text/pdf2text.md): Apryse's PDF2Text is an easy-to-use, multi-platform command-line program for high-quality and efficient text extraction from PDF documents. Convert text from any PDF document as Unicode or as structur
- [PDF2Text Google Group](https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text/pdf2text/forum.md): Join the Apryse PDF2Text Google Group for support, code snippets, and updates on PDF2Text development. Get help, share information, and stay informed. Visit the group archives today! The Apryse CLI st
- [Install and Set Up PDF2Text Command Line](https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text/installation.md): Download PDF2Text Command-line Application as a .zip file, install by unzipping in desired location, and register with provided license file. Get demo version for evaluation and easily uninstall by de
- [Convert PDF to Text Command-Line Examples](https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text/usage.md): Apryse PDF2Text is a command-line application designed to convert PDF documents to text or XML. Learn the basic usage of PDF2Text explaining all of the available options.
- [Command-Line Summary for PDF2Text](https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text/cmd-options.md): Discover the best tips for creating an effective SEO meta description. Learn how to optimize your meta tags to improve click-through rates and boost your website's visibility. The Apryse CLI streamlin
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text/faq.md): PDF2Text Frequently Asked Questions


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# Agent Instructions
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## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters:

```
GET https://docs.apryse.com/cli/pdf2text.md?ask=<question>&goal=<user_goal>
```

`ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
`goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case.

The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.