Publish Date: 2025-11-30

Free Online PPT to Word Converter

Micro PDF offers a free online tool to convert PPT presentations to editable Word documents, preserving text and formatting.

Free Online PPT to Word Converter

Micro PDF’s PPT-to-Word converter automatically extracts text content from PPT presentations (.ppt/.pptx) and converts them into editable Word documents (.docx/.doc). The tool preserves text formatting, list structures, and paragraph layouts—perfect for extracting speech scripts, meeting minutes, course outlines, and other text content from PPTs without manual copy-paste.

Whether your presentation contains dense text slides or minimal text with graphics, Micro PDF delivers efficient conversions. Free users can access basic extraction features for everyday text organization needs.

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Key Features

  • Accurate text extraction: Automatically identifies text boxes, WordArt (converted to plain text), and table text with 98% accuracy.
  • Two conversion modes: “Plain Text Mode” (text-only, ideal for quick organization) and “Layout Preservation Mode” (retains paragraph structure and lists).
  • Format compatibility: Converts to .docx (Word 2007+) and .doc (legacy format) for different software versions.
  • Free & unlimited: Convert files up to 200MB for free with no daily limits; maximum 3 files per session.
  • Fast processing: PPT files with 20 pages or fewer convert in under 30 seconds; generated Word documents are ready for editing.

How to Convert PPT to Word with Micro PDF

The Micro PDF PPT-to-Word tool is simple to use—just 3 steps:

  1. Visit the Micro PDF website: Micro PDF and click the PPT to Word tool.
  2. Upload your PPT file(s) (drag-and-drop supported; up to 3 files per session, supports .ppt and .pptx formats).
  3. Select conversion mode (default: “Layout Preservation”) and output format (default: .docx). Click Start Conversion, then download the Word document.

Pro Efficiency Tips

  • Extract speech scripts: For text-heavy PPTs, choose “Layout Preservation Mode” to maintain paragraph hierarchy and reduce post-editing time.
  • Organize outlines: First extract key pages (e.g., title slides, table of contents) with the PPT Split tool, then convert to generate concise outlines.
  • Handle image text: Text within PPT images (e.g., screenshot text) requires prior OCR recognition (VIP feature) before converting to editable text.

Conversion Modes & Format Preservation

Two modes suit different needs—here’s a comparison:

Conversion ModeFormat PreservationBest ForPost-Editing Workload
Plain Text ModeText only, removes all formattingQuick text extraction, draft generationHigh (requires reformatting)
Layout Preservation ModeParagraph structure, lists (ordered/unordered), font sizesSpeech scripts, course outlines with basic formattingLow (minor adjustments only)

Format Preservation Details:

  • Text content: 100% extraction including text boxes, shape text, and table cell content.
  • List structures: Ordered lists (1. 2. 3.) and unordered lists (• ◦ □) maintain hierarchy.
  • Font styles: Bold, italic, and underline preserved; font families may replace with system defaults.

Post-Conversion Word Optimization Tips

Optimize extracted Word documents with these methods:

  • Standardize formatting: Use Word’s “Styles” feature to unify headings and body text for document consistency.
  • Add content: Insert transition sentences and notes between extracted text for better flow (especially for speech script organization).
  • Insert images: Copy images from the original PPT and paste into corresponding Word positions to create图文-combined documents.
  • Convert to PDF: After optimization, use the Word to PDF tool to generate final versions for sharing.

Cross-Platform Support & Batch Processing

Micro PDF supports all usage scenarios:

  • Web browser: Batch convert files on desktop—perfect for extracting meeting PPT text and generating minutes in office settings.
  • Mobile app: The Micro PDF WeChat Mini Program lets you upload PPTs and extract text on mobile—ideal for quick extraction while traveling.
  • Desktop client: Offline conversion for large files (200MB+); batch process up to 10 files with 50% faster conversion speeds.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does the converted Word include images from the PPT?

No. Only text content is extracted. For images, manually copy from PPT or use the PPT to Image tool to extract and insert separately.

2. How large of PPT files can free users convert?

Free users can convert PPTs up to 200MB per file, max 3 files per session. VIP users support 500MB per file, 10 files per session, and unlock OCR image text extraction.

3. Are WordArt and special fonts extracted properly?

WordArt converts to plain editable text (special effects may be lost). Special font text content is fully preserved, but formatting may replace with similar system fonts.

4. Do animations and transitions affect conversion?

No effect. Conversion extracts static text content only, unrelated to animations or transitions—no need to remove them beforehand.

5. Can I extract text from only specific PPT slides?

Yes. First delete unwanted slides in PPT, or save a new file containing only target slides, then upload for conversion.

6. What if the converted Word has duplicate text or garbled characters?

  • Duplicate text: May result from overlapping text boxes in PPT—delete hidden text boxes before conversion.
  • Garbled characters: Usually caused by special symbols; use Word’s “Find and Replace” to correct them.

7. Does the converted Word preserve PPT table structures?

Yes. In Layout Preservation Mode, text from PPT tables extracts to Word maintaining row-column relationships and table structure—ready for editing.

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