Extract XML Attachment from PDF Documents on Windows/ Mac

I am working as a Technical consultant in one of the reputed organization. A few days back, one of my clients sends me some reports in PDF file format containing multiple XML files as an attachment. However, I need to use those XML files for validation and customization purpose. Hence, I am looking for software that can help me to extract XML attachment from PDF files in batch. However, I tried manual approaches but they were not found reliable. Could anyone suggest me a trustworthy application that helps in saving XML files from PDF documents in a hassle freeway?

Just like the above-mentioned query many users want to save XML files embedded in the PDF documents. Every user has its requirement, but the problem they are facing is in finding the right solution for extracting XML files from Adobe PDF. Hence, for the resolution of users query here we have presented two simple solutions. We have covered both manual as well as an automated solution i.e. PDF Attachment Extractor that can be downloaded from the below button. So, let’s go through them one by one.

Method 1: Use Adobe Reader to Save XML from PDF

Adobe Reader is a desktop and mobile application that allows users to view, print, and annotate PDF documents. With this application program users can also save XML attachments and other files from PDF by following these steps:

• Firstly, open the PDF in Adobe Reader
• Open the Attachment panel & select View > Show/Hide > Navigation Panes > Attachments
• Now, in the Attachments panel, choose the attachment (XML)

• Lastly, click the Save Attachment button to save XML files

Limitations of Manual Method

• At a time XML files can be extracted from single PDF document
• No option to save files of particular size limit
• Requires manually saving of files
• Does not support to extract XML from PDF files that are restricted
• No filter option is provided for selective extraction

Method 2: Extract XML Attachment from PDF Files With Professional Tool

Considering the manual method limitations, it is recommended to opt for a professional software named as PDF Attachment Extractor Tool. It provides the Add Files / Add folder option to insert multiple PDF files for the extraction process. By using this program users can efficiently extract embedded files from PDF.  Another unique feature of this program is that it allows users to extract inline images from PDF files also.

For Windows

For Mac

Advantageous Features of the Software

• Support to extract XML or any other attachments based on particular size limit
• Allows saving XML files from PDF files which are protected
• Extract XML attachment from PDF files secured with user-level security
• At a time multiple PDF files can be processed for the extraction
• Software is available for both Windows as well as for Mac OS X
• Capable to extract images along with XML files from PDF documents

How Does the Tool Work to Extract XML Files from PDF Documents?

Step 1: Launch the tool and click the Add Files / Add Folder button to add PDF files

Step 2: Then, click on the “Change” button to select the destination location & click on Next

Step 3: Choose the “Attachments” as Items Type

Step 4: Apply Attachment Filter by checking the File Type (Include) option & enter the XML in the text box

Step 5: After this click on the “Extract” button to begin the process

Step 6: Finally, the process completion message will be displayed

Time to Conclude

Most of the time, people want to know the best approach to extract XML attachment from PDF documents in bulk. Therefore, this blog, we have covered the two simple solutions that let users save XML from PDF documents. However, both the methods are result-oriented & perform the process in a hassle-free manner but, the manual method has some limitations. Therefore, to extract XML from PDF files flawlessly use professional software.