In daily office, we often need to convert Word(DOC/docx) documents into TXT plain text format, which is more convenient to extract plain text content for data processing. Most of the time, there are more than one or two documents to be processed. It is more troublesome to convert them one by one manually. This article will share 3 efficient methods in detail to complete the conversion in batches, and novices can get started quickly.
Why do you want to batch convert multiple Word documents into txt text?
1.TXT files are more compatible: TXT is in plain text format and can be opened without installing any special software. Moreover, there are many compatible devices, such as Windows, Mac, Linux, mobile phones and other devices, which can be opened directly, thus completely solving the embarrassment of "files cannot be opened.
2. Small size and easy transmission: TXT file size can be said to be only 10%-20% of Word document, which is faster and saves storage space when sending mail, uploading cloud or sharing with others.
3. Safety and risk-free: TXT files do not contain macro codes, hidden formats or malicious plug-ins, and the natural risks will be lower. It is safer than opening word documents, avoiding potential safety hazards when opening unfamiliar documents, and is suitable for transmitting sensitive text content.
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method one: use HeSoft Doc Batch Tool to turn multiple Doc documents into TXT
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Advantages:
1. Batch processing: The software directly reads dozens or hundreds of Word files in the whole folder without adding them one by one, which is more convenient.
2. Local security: all processing is completed locally on your computer, and the data does not need to be uploaded to any network server.
3. Minimalist operation: The whole process only takes a few steps: select a folder, set options and save location, and click Start. The interface design is intuitive, without any technical terms or complicated settings.
Disadvantages:
【 HeSoft Doc Batch Tool ] requires software download to use.
Operation steps:
1. Open 【 HeSoft Doc Batch Tool ], select [Word Tool]-[Word to TXT] on the left].
2. Import the file to be processed into the interface, you can select [Add File] or [Import File from Folder], or you can select multiple words with one key and drag them directly into the processing box, and click [Next] after importing.
3. After confirming that there is no problem, start processing, and wait for the prompt of [Processing Complete] to appear on the interface, then you can view the txt files that have been successfully converted in batch in your saved path.
Method 2: Use the online conversion tool Zamzar
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advantages: No need to install Word or any software; support batch conversion of multiple files; simple operation, cross-platform universal.
Disadvantages: a stable network connection is required; The free version has a file size limit. Sensitive documents may have privacy risks. It is recommended to choose a regular platform.
Operation steps:
1. Open the browser and visit Zamzar's Word to TXT dedicated page.
2. Click [Add Files] (Add Files) to upload the Word document to be converted. It supports uploading multiple files at the same time to realize batch conversion, and can also drag and drop files directly to the page.
3. In the [Convert To] (Convert to) * drop-down menu, select [TXT] as the output format.
4. Click [Convert Now] (convert now), wait for a few seconds to tens of seconds (depending on the file size), and click [Download] (download) after the conversion is completed to get the TXT file.
Method three: Word comes with function save as text
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advantages: simple operation, no need for third-party tools, support encoding selection, avoid text garbled; retain basic text structures such as paragraph line breaks and spaces.
Disadvantages: Only single file conversion, does not support batch operation; Will completely clear all formatting in Word (font, color, table, etc.).
Operation steps:
1. Open the Word document you need to convert (.doc or. docx format).
2. Click the [File] tab in the upper left corner of the interface.
3. Select [Save As] (save as) in the menu bar on the left. If you use the Microsoft 365 version, you can select [Save a Copy] (save a copy).
4. Select the file saving path (such as desktop and document folder), and find and select [Plain Text (*.txt)] (plain text) in the [Save as type] (save type) drop-down menu.
5. Click [Save] (Save), and the [File Conversion] (File Conversion) dialog box will pop up. By default, select [Windows (Default)] (Windows default encoding) *, and click [OK] to complete the conversion.
through the above three methods, you can easily complete the conversion of Word to TXT to meet the needs of text processing in different scenarios. Whether it is workplace office, student homework, or daily document sorting, you can find a way that suits you, and the batch conversion method greatly improves work efficiency.