file2txt
file2txt is a command-line utility designed to extract plain text content from various file types. Its primary function is to simplify the process of accessing the textual information embedded within documents that are not inherently plain text, such as PDFs, Microsoft Word documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. By converting these complex file formats into a simple text stream, file2txt allows users to easily read, search, and process the content using standard text manipulation tools.
The tool supports a wide range of input formats, making it a versatile solution for data extraction.
file2txt is particularly useful in scripting and automated workflows where programmatic access to document content is