Extract Text in Raw Mode

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will explore how to utilize GroupDocs.Parser for .NET to extract text from various document formats efficiently. GroupDocs.Parser is a powerful library that enables developers to extract text and metadata from documents like PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more, simplifying text extraction tasks within .NET applications.

Prerequisites

Before diving into this tutorial, ensure you have the following prerequisites set up:

• Visual Studio or any other .NET development environment installed on your machine.
• Basic knowledge of C# programming language.
• Access to GroupDocs.Parser for .NET library.

Import Namespaces

First, make sure to import the required namespaces for GroupDocs.Parser in your C# project:

using System;
using System.Collections.Generic;
using System.IO;
using System.Text;
using GroupDocs.Parser.Options;

Step 1: Initialize GroupDocs.Parser

To begin text extraction, create an instance of the Parser class, passing the path to your sample document:

using (Parser parser = new Parser("YourSampleFile"))
{
    // Continue with text extraction here
}

Step 2: Extract Raw Text

Within the using block, use the GetText method with TextOptions to extract raw text from the document:

using (TextReader reader = parser.GetText(new TextOptions(true)))
{
    // Continue to read text from the document
}

Step 3: Read Text from Document

Now, utilize the TextReader object to read the extracted text from the document:

string extractedText = reader.ReadToEnd();
Console.WriteLine(extractedText);

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can effectively extract raw text from documents using GroupDocs.Parser for .NET. This tutorial provides a foundational guide to leveraging this library within your .NET applications for seamless text extraction.

FAQ’s

What file formats does GroupDocs.Parser support?

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

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

Yes, GroupDocs.Parser allows extraction of both text and metadata from supported document formats.

Is GroupDocs.Parser compatible with .NET Core?

Yes, GroupDocs.Parser is compatible with .NET Core along with the traditional .NET Framework.

Does GroupDocs.Parser handle password-protected documents?

Yes, GroupDocs.Parser can process password-protected documents if the correct password is provided.

Can I integrate GroupDocs.Parser into my web applications?

Certainly, GroupDocs.Parser can be seamlessly integrated into web applications developed using .NET technologies.