Excel 2016 Get data from PDF missing

[cherish6000]

Hi all,

I'm using Excel 2016 on Windows 10, and I find that I don't have the option to get external data from PDF. Any idea what could be the issue here? 

[#2]

Hi there! What's your version number in the Semi-Annual channel please? I suggest you to try again by updating to the latest version on the Semi-Annual channel. Please let me know if you still can't see the PDF connector for some reason.

[#3]

@Guy Hunkin I'm having the same problem with the latest semi-annual channel.

[#4]

@Guy Hunkin I have the apps for enterprise is it also available for use? I don't see it

[#5]

@lesliea_141590 

Based on release notes https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/officeupdates/semi-annual-enterprise-channel-preview PDF connector was added recently to this build

on semi-annual (preview) channel. I guess that means that semi-annual 2008 could have this functionality with next feature update in July or so. But @Guy Hunkin knows better.

[#6]

Thank you! that makes sense @Sergei Baklan 

[#7]

@lesliea_141590 , you are welcome

[#8]

Hi there! PDF connector is available in Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise, as well. It is already available for customers on the Current Update Channel, and will be available on the Semi-Annual Update Channel version 2102 and on.

[#9]

Hi, I have the same problem. I just got an 365 account to be able to use the Get Data- PDF feature but can't see it in my ribbon. In the prior messages it said it should be in builds 2102 and on. I have version 2107 so it should be there I think. What can I do to get this feature in excel? Thanks in advance.

[#10]

@Jenny1985 My function comes back, see the screenshot. 

Version 2107 build 14228.20226 click to run

[#11]

@Jenny1985, are you still experiencing the problem?

[#12]

@Guy Hunkin 

I just purchased 365 to convert data from a pdf into excel. I had seen several videos showing how easy it was but the option does not exist on my mac or pc.  I have the Family Subscription and this is VERY FRUSTRATING.   I've read the tech notes but that hasnt helped.  Is this feature not on Personal Subscriptions?  

Since Microsoft is having a lot of issues with this function, do you recommend I purchase Adobe?

[#13]

Perhaps this is of interest? https://go.investintech.com/able2extract-pdf-software/

[#14]

Hi @Bob_B2235 ! I am sorry to hear that you are experiencing and issue with the PDF connector.

What's your Excel version please? You may find it under File > Account > Product Information section on the right. It might help if you take a screenshot of this section and paste it here. Please make sure the screenshot doesn't contain any personal information (like your email address) prior to upload.

Guy

- Excel Team

[#15]

Hello, and if this has been removed by our moronic security people? What then?

[#16]

@Guy Hunkin 

I have the same issue, and I have downloaded the latest version builder and .NET Framework 4.8 (see snapshot)

I also have restarted my computer multiple times since then. Wondering if you guys know if there's anything else I'm missing in my Excel app?

[#17]

@axajacques 

Just .net is not enough, you need to be on Excel 365 or 2021.

[#18]

This is the problem am having here. Please just help on how to fix it asap. Thanks

[#19]

@cherish6000 Hello, I have the same problem. What I did as an alternative was Data -> From web -> insert the file path for your pdf file. Hope it'll work for you. Cheers.

[#20]

Hi, try Data -> From web -> insert the file path for your pdf file. Works for me.