Convert PDF to DWG
Use our quick online tool to turn PDF drawings into DWG files for free, or download
our desktop converter for professional-grade conversion.
Free PDF to DWG Converter Online
Test Able2Extract PDF to DWG conversion technology 100% free online.
No watermarks, no email required.
How to convert PDF to DWG free online:
Step 1: Upload your PDF file.
Step 2: Download the converted DWG file.
Desktop PDF to DWG Converter & More
Try Able2Extract Professional the industry-leading PDF to AutoCAD converter that allows you to convert PDF drawings to DWG and DXF:
- Batch convert hundreds of PDFs to CAD formats.
- OCR a scanned PDF with an advanced R2V engine.
- Edit PDF text instantly, split and merge pages.
- Redact and create password-protected PDFs.
- Sign & annotate PDF for easy collaboration.
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Key Differences Between our Online and Desktop Converters
Fully Online Conversion
With the Free online PDF to DWG tool, you convert your PDF to DWG directly in your browser. An active internet connection is required for conversion.
No Internet Needed
Able2Extract PRO works completely offline without having to upload files to conversion servers. All major platforms supported: Windows, macOS, and Linux.
The Quicker Way
Online PDF to DWG converter can only convert an entire PDF to DWG through a quick and simple process. No advanced options available.
The More Accurate Way
You can perform PDF to DWG and DXF conversions. Convert to multiple file layers, merge connected segments into a polyline, and use other advanced options.
Basic OCR Engine
The online converter automatically recognizes scanned PDF drawings and converts them to a DWG file. Works on good scans and simple drawings.
Advanced OCR Engine
Able2Extract PRO comes with a built-in superior OCR tech that can process complex PDF drawings with an advanced Raster-2-Vector engine.
Convert Files One by One
You can upload your PDF documents and download the converted Excel files one by one. The free online converter does not support batch conversion.
Convert Multiple Files Instantly
You can use Able2Extract PRO to batch process multiple PDF documents at once and upload even whole folders for conversion to Excel in a single step.
1 Free Conversion per Day
One free conversion action per day - no email address required. The file size limit is 50 MB. We use a 2048-bits RSA key with SHA-256 encryption.
7-day Free Trial
Able2Extract PRO has a 3-page conversion limit after one unrestricted conversion action. Purchasing a license removes this limitation.
Only One Functionality
The free online converter can only convert PDF to DWG. It does not support selective conversion, batch processing, or other advanced functionalities.
One Solution for Everything PDF
Able2Extract PRO is a complete solution packed with features for all your PDF needs: accurate conversions, advanced editing, security and signature tools, and more.
Go Beyond Basic PDF to DWG Conversion with Able2Extract PRO
Save Time with Batch Processing
Instead of converting one PDF at a time, use our desktop PDF to DWG converter to batch process entire folders of PDFs to CAD files at once.
Custom Conversions to CAD
Able2Extract PRO allows you to specify metrical units and polyline width, adjust the scale of complex floor plans, set a specific drawing insertion point, etc.
Advanced OCR Technology
Thanks to our high-fidelity OCR (Optical Character Recognition) engine, you can turn any scanned PDF into an accessible CAD file you can edit right away.
Convert to Multiple File Layers
Able2Extract PRO converts your PDF drawing directly into layers so you can easily access text patterns, hatches, and polylines.
Compatible Color Palettes
Pick the color palette of your choice. Our desktop PDF to DWG converter provides options for "Standard" black and white or "RGB" color palettes.
One Solution - All Tools Forever
With Able2Extract PRO you get lifetime access to its advanced offering: PDf conversion, creation, editing, OCR, signatures, security, and more.
More Able2Extract's PDF Features
PDF to DWG FAQ
You can use either an online tool or a desktop PDF converter to convert PDF to DWG. The main differences between the two are in the functionalities offered and the output quality.
You should use an online tool to convert your PDFs to DWG if you need quick and easy conversion on any PC or mobile device for free.
The main drawback of online tools is their simplicity (not great for converting complex drawings, no advanced features) and that they require an internet connection to work.
You should go for a desktop PDF to DWG converter if your work requires you to regularly convert complex PDFs to DWG and DXF formats. Desktop tools are usually equipped with advanced features and raster-to-vector (R2V) conversion engines.
Able2Extract Professional is a prime example of a powerful PDF to DWG converter for Windows, macOS, and Linux. It offers advanced features such as Batch PDF to DWG conversion, high-fidelity OCR engine for scanned PDFs, conversion to multiple file layers, and much more.
If you want quick, easy, and accurate PDF to DWG transfer on your desktop, you can try our offline PDF converter software - Able2Extract Professional.
Once you download and install the software, launch it by double-clicking the software icon on your desktop.
From there, simply follow the steps below to convert your PDF to DWG offline:
- Open your PDF document
- Customize advanced conversion settings (optional)
- Click on the AutoCAD icon
Note that Able2Extract Professional allows you to convert to two CAD formats: Drawing Format (DWG) and Drawing Exchange Format (DXF).
After the conversion is complete, you can open and edit your converted file in the CAD program of your choice.
Powerful Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology is required to perform accurate conversions of scanned PDF files. Some online, and most offline tools come with a built-in OCR engine.
If you have a quality scan with clear formatting and layout, our free online PDF to DWG converter with OCR will provide accurate conversion output.
For poor quality scans that contain complex drawings, we recommend that you use Able2Extract Professional - an industry-leading PDF to AutoCAD converter that is equipped with a business-grade OCR engine for perfect Raster-to-Vector (R2V) extraction.
Performing batch PDF to DWG conversion is not an easy task, as it requires high performance computing. That’s why most online tools allow you to convert your PDFs one at a time.
If you need to convert a large volume of PDFs to DWG on a regular basis, you’re better off with a desktop PDF converter software.
Instead of converting one document at a time, you can use Able2Extract Professional to automate the conversion process by adding hundreds of PDFs to the conversion queue. This way you can batch convert whole folders of PDF files to DWG/DXF at once with speed and accuracy.
Free online converters are not capable of selective PDF data conversions, you can only convert an entire PDF file.
On the other hand, professional, desktop PDF conversion software like Able2Extract Professional allows you to select and convert an entire document, a page range, specific pages, or even a single drawing.
The process is rather simple: 1) Open your PDF in Able2Extract Professional, 2) Draw-select the specific part you want to extract, 3) Convert to DWG or DXF.
You can easily convert your PDF to DWG on any mobile or tablet device in three simple steps:
- Open our free PDF to DWG converter in your mobile device’s browser
- Upload the PDF document for conversion
- Download the converted DWG file once the conversion is complete
Note that the process is the same on any mobile device, regardless if it runs on iOS or Android. The only requirement is that you have an active internet connection.
Mac users have the option to convert their PDFs to DWG online and offline.
The online option requires an active internet connection and access to an online PDF to DWG converter tool. Most online converter tools are free (some require signup or leaving personal information) and offer quick and accurate conversions.
Offline PDF to DWG converters are not usually free, but offer advanced features that can’t be found in free online alternatives, and don’t require an active internet connection to operate.
If you’re looking for an offline converter that can accurately extract PDF to DWG (and DXF), batch process hundreds of PDFs at once, and has a high-fidelity OCR engine for scanned docs, try our Able2Extract Professional (runs on macOS 10.15 and older).
Every AutoCAD software application version since 2017 is capable of importing PDF content into AutoCAD drawings via the PDFIMPORT command.
If you are working with native PDFs, AutoCAD 2017 and newer can make lines and text editable. However, importing a scanned PDF will result in a non-editable raster image attached to an AutoCAD drawing.
Our free online PDF to DWG tool and offline desktop PDF to AutoCAD software application, Able2Extract Professional, can convert both native and scanned PDF files into editable DWG files by utilizing a powerful OCR engine.
Additionally, Able2Extract comes with advanced options for raster-to-vector (R2V) conversions as well as the ability to convert PDFs to Drawing Exchange Format (DXF) that can be opened and manipulated with various programs (text editors included).