"How to copy text from password protected PDF files? I need to modify some PDF files but it can not be edited directly. I wanna find the useful software to do this for me."- Question from Yahoo Answers
Have you ever come across a PDF file with valuable information that you wished to save for future use, only to find out that the author has restricted copying and extraction of the text? This can be frustrating, especially when you don't have the password to unlock the PDF. Fortunately, there are third-party tools available that can help you remove copy protection from PDF files. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of copying text from protected PDFs on both Mac and Windows. Whether you're a student, researcher, or professional, our step-by-step instructions will enable you to access and extract important information from any secured PDF file.
Coolmuster PDF Password Remover is a simple yet powerful tool for cracking PDF copy protection. With it, you can one click to unlock PDF files and regain the ability to copy text from password protected PDF files freely. It can also disable the opening restriction from PDF as long as you know the right user password for this PDF. Below are the guides that show you how to copy from protected PDF on Mac and Windows platforms.
Part 1.How to copy text from protected PDF on Mac (including OS X 10.8)
Part 2.How to copy text from secured PDF on Windows (including Windows 8)
First of all, you should download the free trial version of the PDF Password Remover for Mac. Just click the button below to get the installation package. Double-click on the package to install the software and then launch it by clicking on the quick start icon on the computer desktop.
Step 1. Upload Protected PDF Files
After you launch the PDF tool, click "Add Files" button to import the password protected PDF files that you want to remove the copy protection. Batch decryption is supported that you can upload 200+ PDF files at a time.
* If a small lock icon appears on the PDF list, it means the PDF is protected by an user/open password. You need to enter the right open password to unlock the PDF.
* If there is no lock appears, it means the PDF is protected by an owner password and the program will decrypt it directly.
* If you see a cross icon, it means the PDF is not supported by this program.
Step 2. Customize Output Folder
By default, the output PDF files will be saved in the source folder. But you are allowed to select an output folder as you need by clicking the "Browse" button on the bottom of the program.
Step 3. Start to Remove Copy Protection from PDF on Mac
At last, click the "Start" button to remove PDF security right away. Coolmuster PDF Password Remover will complete the whole process within a few seconds. You'll find the decrypted PDF in the preconfigured folder.
Step 1. Install and Launch PDF Password Remover
Download and install Coolmuster PDF Password Remover, launch it from your computer desktop.
Step 2. Import PDF Files and Select Output Folder
Click "Add Files" button to input the encrypted PDF files from computer. Then, click the "Browse" button to specify an output folder for saving the decrypted PDFs.
Step 3. Start to Free PDF and Copy Text from Protected PDF
After all the above have set, you can hit on the "Start" button to use the tool to remove copy protection from PDF on your PC. You can right-click on the PDF and choose Decrypt Selected option to decrypt specific PDF.
After the 3 steps above, you can press "Open" button to check the output PDF that free of protection. Now, you are able to copy text from protected PDF and paste it anywhere.
In conclusion, PDF copy protection can be a roadblock when you need to modify or extract information from a protected PDF file. However, with the help of third-party tools like Coolmuster PDF Password Remover, you can remove the copy protection and access the content within the PDF. Whether you're using a Mac or Windows computer, our step-by-step guides can help you copy text from password-protected PDF files. Remember, always respect the author's copyrights and use the information ethically and responsibly.
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