Load Document from URL

Introduction

In this tutorial, we’ll explore how to utilize GroupDocs.Parser for .NET to extract text from documents. GroupDocs.Parser is a powerful tool for extracting text, metadata, and other information from various document formats, such as PDF, Word, Excel, and more. We’ll cover the process of loading a document from a URL and extracting its text content step by step.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, ensure you have the following prerequisites set up:

1. Visual Studio: Install Visual Studio on your system.
2. GroupDocs.Parser for .NET: Download and install GroupDocs.Parser for .NET from the download page.
3. Basic Understanding of C#: Familiarity with C# programming language.

Import Namespaces

Start by including the necessary namespaces in your C# code:

using System;
using System.Collections.Generic;
using System.IO;
using System.Linq;
using System.Text;

First, we’ll demonstrate how to load a document from a URL and extract its text content.

Step 1: Specify the Document URL

Specify the URL of the document you want to extract text from:

Uri uri = new Uri("https://www.bu.edu/csmet/files/2021/03/Getting-Started-with-SQLite.pdf");

Step 2: Create a Parser Instance

Instantiate the Parser class with the document URL:

using (Parser parser = new Parser(uri))
{
    // Your code goes here
}

Step 3: Extract Text from the Document

Inside the using block, use parser.GetText() to extract text from the document:

using (TextReader reader = parser.GetText())
{
    // Your code goes here
}

Step 4: Display the Extracted Text

Read and print the extracted text from the document:

Console.WriteLine(reader == null ? "Text extraction isn't supported" : reader.ReadToEnd());

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we’ve covered the basics of extracting text from a document using GroupDocs.Parser for .NET. By following these steps, you can easily integrate document text extraction capabilities into your C# applications.

FAQ’s

Is GroupDocs.Parser compatible with various document formats?

Yes, GroupDocs.Parser supports a wide range of document formats, including PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more.

Can I extract metadata along with text using GroupDocs.Parser?

Yes, GroupDocs.Parser allows you to extract metadata, text, and other information from documents.

Is there a trial version available for GroupDocs.Parser?

Yes, you can get a free trial version of GroupDocs.Parser from here.

Where can I find documentation for GroupDocs.Parser?

Detailed documentation for GroupDocs.Parser is available here.

How can I get technical support for GroupDocs.Parser?

You can seek technical support and ask questions on the GroupDocs.Parser forum here.