A local government office clerk was observed manually transferring data from PDF forms into Excel, prompting the author to write a guide on more efficient methods for PDF to Excel data extraction. The guide outlines three methods, starting with Excel's built-in PDF import feature, which is a free and straightforward option though not ideal for complex documents. The second method involves using Adobe Acrobat for its OCR capabilities, suitable for scanned documents but limited in batch processing capabilities. The third and most advanced method utilizes Nanonets, an AI-powered platform where the author works, which automates the extraction process and handles complex table structures, scanned documents, and multi-page PDFs with varying formats. This automated approach is recommended for high-volume processing, offering significant time savings and improved accuracy through AI learning, although simpler methods may suffice for occasional use. The guide was inspired by the inefficiencies witnessed in the government office and aims to help others avoid unnecessary manual work.