How Do I Convert a PDF to Excel in Adobe Pro 9?

To convert a PDF to Excel using Adobe Pro 9, follow these steps:

1. Open the PDF: Launch Adobe Acrobat Pro 9 and open the PDF file you want to convert.
2. Initiate the Export: Click on the "Export PDF" tool, which should be located in the right-hand pane of the Acrobat Pro 9 interface.
3. Select Spreadsheet Format: In the Export PDF options, choose "Spreadsheet" as the desired export format. Then, specifically select "Microsoft Excel Workbook" as the spreadsheet type.
4. Start the Conversion: Click the "Export" button to begin the conversion process.
5. Text Recognition (If Needed): If your PDF contains scanned text images instead of selectable text, Adobe Acrobat Pro 9 will automatically perform Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to convert the scanned images to editable text before exporting to Excel.
6. Save the File: A dialog box will appear asking you where you want to save the converted Excel file. Choose a location and filename, then click "Save".

Your PDF file should now be converted to an Excel spreadsheet. Be aware that complex PDF layouts might not translate perfectly into Excel; you may need to make adjustments in Excel after the conversion.