PDFs
Best practices for extracting complete data from PDFs
Introduction
PDF-to-JSON extraction is a common and crucial element of business-wide data integration. Here are some tips to keep in mind when sending PDFs (e.g. POs, RFQs, Quotations, Forms, etc) to our API for extraction.
Best Practices for Preparing PDFs
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Lighting: If a scan or image is being sent as PDF, ensure that the lighting is even and sufficient.
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Angle: If a scan or image is being sent as PDF, ensure that you positioned the camera directly above a flat surface to avoid distortion.
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Background: Choose a clean, uncluttered background to keep the focus on the subject. A neutral color is often best.
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Resolution: Save PDFs at the highest resolution possible to ensure clarity and detail.
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Focus: Ensure the document is in sharp focus. Use manual focus if necessary to achieve the best results.
Conclusion
By following these best practices, we can guarantee the quality and accuracy of our extraction suite will amaze and empower you to do more in your business, faster.