CNET Editors' review
123PDFConverter promises users a simple solution to the problem of converting PDF files into easy-to-use Word files. While this process may sound difficult and complicated, this fantastic program distills the operation into something practically every user can operate.
This program's simple interface makes conversion into child's play. The opening screen allows users to select what PDF they want to use by browsing their hard drive and then also select where the DOC file will be saved. From there users begin to convert. A series of screens lead you through the process, ensuring that everything is perfect. Users designate a layout (Flowing text, formatted text, text-only and as-is), next they choose whether they want images to appear, whether character spacing should remain and conversion range of pages. Finally, all the options are laid out on one screen for review before conversion begins.
From this point the program shows a meter detailing the stages of conversion. The program quickly and effectively creates Word documents in our tests.
The trial version has a slim 14-use trial, but the simplicity of using it makes this enough time to fully evaluate the program's capabilities. 123PDFConverter is an easy-to-use program that lets users of all skill levels achieve the same results. Because of its simplicity and effectiveness, we highly recommend this program for download.
Publisher's Description
From 123 pdf converter:
123 PDF Converter PDF conversion software is an easy way to convert your PDF files to Word, Excel, Images and Postscript. With the help of 123 PDF converter, the user can easily convert his PDF documents to Word document, Excel document, Images and Postscript. The documents that are converted with the help of this software can be easily edited according to requirement. The formatting of the original document is retained after conversion. You will find that the text, layout, images and tables all will remain intact. 123 PDF converter allows user to extract relevant images like logos, banners etc from the PDF file. The user can convert his PDF files to doc, .rtf and .txt format according to his requirement. OCR functionality allows scanned files or images to be converted to word format with text extraction. It is available in multiple languages. Allows Batch Conversion and partial conversion. 123 PDF Converter converts files in fast speed which saves your precious time.
What's new in this version: Version 4.1 is Office 2010 compatible.
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All versions:
3.9 starsout of 314 votes
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Current version:
3.7 starsout of 11 votes
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"Made my work easy"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
It is a complete package for converting pdf files to word or doc to PDF.
Cons
I did not find any shortcomings in it.
Summary
The time I used to spend on converting pdf files to word document has been cut short with 123 PDF converter. It is not a time consuming job anymore and it very easy to convert pdf files now.
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"DID not work for me"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
Simple interface. Trial version does exist.
Cons
Did not produce the proper output to Excel for my use. It was missing parts of phrases that should have been in the same cell (again converting to excel).
Only 3 page convert one trial. Would like up to 5.Summary
Try-it and see if it works for your use. Did not for me, but hey - move on...
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"Quick and Efficient"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
I do not need two different online pdf conversion tools to convert word to pdf and pdf to word anymore.
Cons
No complaints whatsoever.
Summary
I think it is the best tool for document conversion. It converted volumes of my PDF documents to word at once with batch convert feature. I do not have to convert each PDF individually with an online converter anymore.
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"trial did not work"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
do not know any
Cons
I needed to convert a 5 page pdf and it would not allow me on trial- if I had liked the program I would have bought it but this is not a trial this is a scam
Summary
I needed to convert a 5 page pdf and it would not allow me on trial- if I had liked the program I would have bought it but this is not a trial this is a scam
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"All PDF problems solved"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
It converted my pdf documents to word, I edited them and converted back to pdf format. The same content in PDF file resulted in a smaller file after conversion.
Cons
n/a n/a n/a
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"Easy to use PDF software"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
PDF Conversion was a time consuming process as I did not use this software before. Now I can edit my reports and newsletters with single click of the button and it is very easy to use.
Cons
I found the software to be perfect and flawless.
Summary
It used to take more than 3 hours every week when i had to compile reports of my wing for my boss. I was left with no time to concentrate on other tasks but 123 PDF Converter solved my problem once and for all.
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"Works perfectly"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
It can handle all types of documents PDF, JPG, doc, xls, etc
Cons
I didn't come across one
Summary
It converts scanned PDFs and also converts tables and images without disturbing their orientation. Unlike similar software, it did get stuck during conversion and it allowed me to work on other programs simultaneously.
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"wont convert my bank statements"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
wont convert my bank statements
Cons
wont convert my bank statements
Summary
wont convert my bank statements
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"Good but not great."
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
Does a good job of converting easy, clean documents but fizzles and gives inadequate explanation(s) when it doesn't convert a document.
Cons
See #3, above.
Summary
Good but not great.
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"I LOVE THIS PRODUCT"
Version: 123 PDF Converter 4.1
Pros
Works very well...I use it alot
Cons
Unfortunately my old compter died and I could not retrieve my license key to use on my new computer. I have attempted to contact the company several times to retrieve my key so I can continue to use this product, BUT I GET NO RSPONSES WHAT SO EVER!
Summary
Product is great if you don't have any problems. There is no support or customer service. My hard drive died unexpectedly and I lost my license key. They DO NOT RESPOND to ANY emails, although I still keep getting emails to purchase. Just wanted to be able to get my license key and install on my computer. NO LUCK OR RESPONSE WHATSOEVER ;(
Updated on Nov 23, 2011
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