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How to Ensure Data Accuracy When Converting PDF Files to Excel: Tips and Best Practices

Have you ever found yourself completely stuck and confused while looking at numbers and texts after converting PDF files to Excel? If yes, then no worries you are not alone. Because data conversion does feel like solving a Rubik’s cube blindfolded. It’s completely frustrating and challenging.

But we are not here to cringe about it, we have a solution to make the file conversion process smooth and errorless.

Every business runs on data and accuracy is not a choice but the foundation of success. So let’s look at some amazing yet simple practices that can be followed to convert PDF Files to Excel while preventing errors.

1. Choose the Right Conversion Tool

Not all PDF conversion tools are meant for you. Think of it like choosing the right partner. Choosing the right tool can create a difference or it will just be a mess.

Compare different conversion software: Explore the tools available in the market. Look for tools like PDFelement, PDFzilla, Adobe Acrobat DC, and other PDF converters

Read User Reviews: Don’t just trust Google reviews; look for real scenarios and a detailed user experience.

Check File Size Limitations: This is a very important factor. Not all tools convert big-size PDF documents. Know your requirements and then select the tool accordingly.

Evaluate Security Features: Your business data is sensitive. You must ensure that the tool you use must comply with data protection regulations.

Look into Customer Support Options: In any case, if things go wrong you will need reliable support. Ensure that the tool has multiple support channels like call assistance, live chat and email support.

2. Master Your Tool's Settings

Settings are the secret weapons needed to fine-tune conversion settings to get the most accurate data possible.

Choose the Right Output Format: XLS is suitable for older Excel versions, CSV is suitable for normal data exchange, and XLSX is suitable for newer ones.

Configure Table Detection Settings: Table can be a little challenging. You need to experiment between automatic, manual and grid-based to find accurate methods for your document type.

Activate OCR for Scanned Documents: OCR (Optimal Character Recognition) is known for scanning image-based PDFs. It transforms images into editable texts.

Experiment with Different Data Extraction Modes: You can experiment withing extraction modes like text-based, hybrid extraction or layout-based to choose the most accurate mode for your document.

3. Data Validation is a Must

Data validation is not just about catching errors, it is about ensuring data is reliable and rock solid.

Use Data Validation Tools: You need to set up some rules in Excel right from the beginning to prevent mistakes.

Define Specific Data Types: The right format must be followed for numerical data and phone numbers so that they stay within logical ranges.

Double-Check Logical Consistency: For instance, ensure that end dates aren’t before start dates or percentages stay between the range of 0 to 100.

Highlight the Errors: Use colour-coding to highlight the errors so that they stand out visually.

Run Error Checks: Excel error-checking tools are available to catch any formula inconsistencies.

4. Organize and Format Like a Pro

To make sure that your spreadsheet is visually appealing and easy to understand follow the below points:

Sort Systematically: You can arrange it in alphabetical order or chronological order or by any order that you think can make it easy to flow.

Apply Filters: If you don’t want to dig the whole sheet every time, apply a filter to allow users to explore specific subsets.

Add Subtotals: It is necessary to provide instant insights.

Create Clean Formatting: Consistent font, colour and style just not only ensure that the sheet is visually appealing but also easy to understand.

Highlight Key Insights: Use colours and bold fonts to highlight the important details

5. Secure and Share Smartly

Your data is like treasure so you can’t afford to lose it to someone. Protect it and share it responsibly.

Export Thoughtfully: Use the export options of Excel to create files that are compatible with other platforms and software.

Add Password Protection: To keep unauthorised users away from your files, secure it with passwords.

Add Encryption: Sensitive data must be protected with encryption to add some extra security.

Apply Digital Signature: A digital signature can validate the authenticity of your document.

6. Keep Learning and Adapting

The data-driven world is evolving. Staying up to date with the regulations and tricks is necessary.

Explore New Techniques: You can attend webinars, and courses or check blogs to stay updated on latest methods.

Stay on Top of Trends: Follow tech updates and industry leaders to learn about the best conversion tools.

Experiment with New Tools: You never know what you are missing out. Explore new tools, it might make your process easier.

Let's be Honest

Data conversion never offers a smooth road to the destination. Sometimes it’s messy and challenging. What matters most is your patience and dedication. The strategies that we have discussed are practical tools that will help you with data management.

Though they don’t work like miracles.

You'll encounter obstacles:

Some PDFs will resist conversion

Formatting won't always align perfectly

Complex documents will test your patience

With the right approach, these problems can be overcome. The right tools and techniques can turn your messy documents into useful and valuable spreadsheets.

Time to unlock the full potential of your documents to transform your challenges into opportunities. Start your journey to hassle-free PDF conversion services today!

Source Link: https://latestbpoblog.blogspot.com/2025/02/how-to-ensure-data-accuracy-when-converting-pdf-files-to-excel.html

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[girasois]

words for users !

ideias de palavras aleatórias para ajudar você a criar seu próprio user;

random ideas of words to help you to create your own user.

core -> aesthetic core

vlog -> daily videos

logs -> daily facts

mp3 -> audio file format

m4p -> apple audio file format

mp4 -> video file format

txt -> text format

jpeg -> image file format

jpg -> image file format

png -> image file format

gif -> animated file format

raw -> uncompressed file format

zip -> compressed archive file format

rar -> compressed archive file format

web -> internet file format

doc -> document file

pdf -> document file

vinyl -> phonograph record

film -> motion picture; photography

user -> person who utilizes a computer or network service

i2 -> "keeping it real"

self -> a person's essential being

itself -> a person's essential being

priv -> private

luv -> love's short form

tale -> a fictitious or true narrative or story

archive -> to place or store (something) in an archive

list -> connected items

tier -> a type of hierarchy

talk -> speak in order to express something

chat -> to have a conversation

post -> to announce or publish something

zone -> a subject to particular restrictions

vie -> life in french

tie -> to form a knot or bow in

on/online -> connected to a network

byte -> a group of binary digits 

bits -> a small piece, part, or quantity of something

ram -> hardware in a computing device

8bit -> computer term used to designate either color depth

pixel -> a minute area of illumination on a display screen

data -> things known or assumed as facts

series -> a number of things, events, or people of a similar kind

village -> a self-contained community within a town or city

lab -> a laboratory

lady -> a woman

miss -> a form of address to a woman

mister -> a form of address to a man

error -> something not found

art -> the various branches of creative activity

petit -> small in french

poet -> a person possessing special powers of imagination or expression

thing -> an object without a specific name

stuff -> a vague reference to additional things

vogue -> the prevailing fashion or style at a particular time

tv -> taylor's version and/or television as a system or form of media

media -> the main means of mass communication

topia -> an imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect

saur -> forming names of extinct reptiles such as dinosaurs

tune -> a melody, one that characterizes a particular piece of music

deun -> melody in deutsch

off/offline -> disconnected from the Internet

gloss -> shine or luster on a smooth surface

fae -> a fairy, in modern fantasy fiction

[mariacallous]

One phrase encapsulates the methodology of nonfiction master Robert Caro: Turn Every Page. The phrase is so associated with Caro that it’s the name of the recent documentary about him and of an exhibit of his archives at the New York Historical Society. To Caro it is imperative to put eyes on every line of every document relating to his subject, no matter how mind-numbing or inconvenient. He has learned that something that seems trivial can unlock a whole new understanding of an event, provide a path to an unknown source, or unravel a mystery of who was responsible for a crisis or an accomplishment. Over his career he has pored over literally millions of pages of documents: reports, transcripts, articles, legal briefs, letters (45 million in the LBJ Presidential Library alone!). Some seemed deadly dull, repetitive, or irrelevant. No matter—he’d plow through, paying full attention. Caro’s relentless page-turning has made his work iconic.

In the age of AI, however, there’s a new motto: There’s no need to turn pages at all! Not even the transcripts of your interviews. Oh, and you don’t have to pay attention at meetings, or even attend them. Nor do you need to read your mail or your colleagues’ memos. Just feed the raw material into a large language model and in an instant you’ll have a summary to scan. With OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini, and Anthropic’s Claude as our wingmen, summary reading is what now qualifies as preparedness.

LLMs love to summarize, or at least that’s what their creators set them about doing. Google now “auto-summarizes” your documents so you can “quickly parse the information that matters and prioritize where to focus.” AI will even summarize unread conversations in Google Chat! With Microsoft Copilot, if you so much as hover your cursor over an Excel spreadsheet, PDF, Word doc, or PowerPoint presentation, you’ll get it boiled down. That’s right—even the condensed bullet points of a slide deck can be cut down to the … more essential stuff? Meta also now summarizes the comments on popular posts. Zoom summarizes meetings and churns out a cheat sheet in real time. Transcription services like Otter now put summaries front and center, and the transcription itself in another tab.

Why the orgy of summarizing? At a time when we’re only beginning to figure out how to get value from LLMs, summaries are one of the most straightforward and immediately useful features available. Of course, they can contain errors or miss important points. Noted. The more serious risk is that relying too much on summaries will make us dumber.

Summaries, after all, are sketchy maps and not the territory itself. I’m reminded of the Woody Allen joke where he zipped through War and Peace in 20 minutes and concluded, “It’s about Russia.” I’m not saying that AI summaries are that vague. In fact, the reason they’re dangerous is that they’re good enough. They allow you to fake it, to proceed with some understanding of the subject. Just not a deep one.

As an example, let’s take AI-generated summaries of voice recordings, like what Otter does. As a journalist, I know that you lose something when you don’t do your own transcriptions. It’s incredibly time-consuming. But in the process you really know what your subject is saying, and not saying. You almost always find something you missed. A very close reading of a transcript might allow you to recover some of that. Having everything summarized, though, tempts you to look at only the passages of immediate interest—at the expense of unearthing treasures buried in the text.

Successful leaders have known all along the danger of such shortcuts. That’s why Jeff Bezos, when he was CEO of Amazon, banned PowerPoint from his meetings. He famously demanded that his underlings produce a meticulous memo that came to be known as a “6-pager.” Writing the 6-pager forced managers to think hard about what they were proposing, with every word critical to executing, or dooming, their pitch. The first part of a Bezos meeting is conducted in silence as everyone turns all 6 pages of the document. No summarizing allowed!

To be fair, I can entertain a counterargument to my discomfort with summaries. With no effort whatsoever, an LLM does read every page. So if you want to go beyond the summary, and you give it the proper prompts, an LLM can quickly locate the most obscure facts. Maybe one day these models will be sufficiently skilled to actually identify and surface those gems, customized to what you’re looking for. If that happens, though, we’d be even more reliant on them, and our own abilities might atrophy.

Long-term, summary mania might lead to an erosion of writing itself. If you know that no one will be reading the actual text of your emails, your documents, or your reports, why bother to take the time to dig up details that make compelling reading, or craft the prose to show your wit? You may as well outsource your writing to AI, which doesn’t mind at all if you ask it to churn out 100-page reports. No one will complain, because they’ll be using their own AI to condense the report to a bunch of bullet points. If all that happens, the collective work product of a civilization will have the quality of a third-generation Xerox.

As for Robert Caro, he’s years past his deadline on the fifth volume of his epic LBJ saga. If LLMs had been around when he began telling the president’s story almost 50 years ago—and he had actually used them and not turned so many pages—the whole cycle probably would have been long completed. But not nearly as great.

[tears0fsatan]

ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ⊹ ༺ COMMISSION ♱ ANNOUNCEMENT ༻ ⊹

thank you for the past year and a half. i can't say it enough. turning this blog into what it is today has changed my life in a myriad of ways that i am forever grateful for. its made me realise that maybe my silly ramblings are worth writing and that there are folks out there that actually like the string of words my brain puts together.

as a gift from me to you, in honour of my (late) year anniversary and 700 followers, i've decided to open my commissions. at the moment, i can only guarantee a total of 10 slots before my brain starts to turn on itself. if this goes well, i'll consider opening comms again in the future and increase the slot amount :)

once again, thank you so so much for continuing to support me throughout this past year, it's been a joy to share my work with you lovely people. the love i get on every one of my writings is one thing that keeps me going and motivates me to continue.

ᓚᘏᗢ . . more info under the cut !

status - open !

‧₊˚ ✩ SLOTS AVAILABLE : [10/10]

— PRICES

500 words : $3 / IDR 44K / AUD 4.50

1500 words : $5 / IDR 73K / AUD 7.40

2000 words : $8 / IDR 117.5K / AUD 12

2500 words : $10 / IDR 147K / AUD 15

anything longer is negotiable though i don't go over 4k

if i exceed the word limit, i won't charge extra (think of it as extra love from me ^_^)

if you cancel while i'm halfway done, there will be no refunds.

i do not offer revisions after i'm done writing a piece and if you would like to make changes, please message me at most up to a week after our initial conversation.

i can only accept payment through ko-fi unless you prefer directly sending the money through paypal.

i will only start working on your commission after i've recieved the payment.

please check out the carrd before filling out the google form.

— FANDOMS

you can see the main characters i'm open to writing for on my rulez page ⎯ it also includes the things i am not okay with writing.

★ ₊˚ additional medias i'm comfortable writing for include;

omniscient reader's viewpoint

trash of the count’s family (platonic & familial)

honkai: star rail

good omens

★ ₊˚ under no circumstance do i write about minors unless it is for a familial commission of; obey me, omniscient reader’s viewpoint, trash of the count’s family, or honkai: star rail, nor will i age up any characters for nsfw content. if that is what you are looking for, my service is not for you.

— RULES

i only write x readers and character x character(s). poly ships are okay as long as they aren't incest or pedofilic.

hard nos are listed out in my rulez page but i would like to emphasise that i do not write pregnancy, this includes creampies and breeding.

either no or specific descriptions of appearance (up to you). i will need details on your appearance and your personality, everything that you feel is necessary for your piece.

your commission doesn’t have to be canon compliant and can be an au or canon divergence. continuations of works that i've posted are also okay.

if there are works that you would like me to reference or base my piece on, don’t feel shy to send them to me.

works will be shared as a pdf through email or discord. if you would like it shared as a different medium through different means, do inform me in our initial conversation.

while i am open to accepting sfw commissions for those 17 and under (hopefully no one is younger than 16 ㅠㅠ), i won't take any nsfw commissions. this is not negotiable. i don’t feel comfortable with doing so and it is illegal for me to sell sexually explicit content to minors.

for nsfw commissions : please specify what anatomy (either afab or amab) or simply put 'gender neutral / gn' if you'd like me to keep it vague, as well as the dynamics between the characters. you must provide a picture of id along with your url / name written on a piece of paper beside it. as long as i can see your date of birth, everything else can be blurred out.

₊˚✧ if you are interested or have any questions, my dms here, and discord are open at all times. however due to timezones, i can't guarantee i'll answer immediately but i will get back to you as soon as i can.

feel free to check out the carrd & kofi i've created, it's highly appreciated <3

please please please don't feel like you have to buy me a coffee or ask for a comm to show your support!!! a reblog (on this post or any of my works really) and likes already make me feel luvedddd <33333

i would also like to reiterate that it is illegal for me to sell and distribute explicit content to minors and if you are underage you may not commission a nsfw piece ^^

that's all for now, if i get commissions i'll def prioritise those but i'll do my best to occasionally pump out a thirst or a drabble here and there ^^; (might even finish off the joongdok fic i have hidden in my docs on ao3..)

thank you for the amazing support over the past year,

一 juno /ᐠ - ˕ -マ

[historia-vitae-magistras]

Being an archivist is like: *have a conversation with the haunted music box* *read emails* *checks litigation status for the body parts we found in a closet last year* *replies to emails* *have another conversation with the haunted music box* *digs out a box of uncatalogued files for a patron* *reads the most horrific series of words ever strung into a sentence* *emails patron* *goes to lunch* *wonders why the fuck I didn't pack anything besides a granola bar* *marvels at how the hell the same person misspelled the name 'clarice' 9 times in one letter* *email patron that no, he can't have our primary sources on aliens because we don't have any primary sources on aliens* *emails patron no I can't mail him original 1756 legal depositions but I'd be happy to send him scans* *opens a folder full of crime scene photos from 1934* *pukes* *sends a pdf* *fixes an absolutely deep-fried PDF for interloan services* *read emails* *builds a database from scratch* *can't send a patron a PDF because it behind a firewall and I'm not allowed to pirate on government property * *checks email* *gets another cup of coffee* *gets yelled at by a patron I'm not wearing gloves* *check email* *gets another cup of coffee* *check email* *solves a problem the normal librarians have been working on for two weeks in 20 seconds* *ponders the essence of morality* *scans crime scene photos* *sends email* *goes home*

[deafauthor]

Hello writers,

Besides Audible and Audiobooks, have you had your books converted to speech/voice? If so, what company did you use?

If not, have you thought about using AI text-to-speech software over using a live narrator? How does one turn the audio file into an audiobook and release it to the wild?

-- So, with that in mind, I asked Co-Pilot this same questions - here's what it said: "Converting Books to Audiobooks Using AI Text-to-Speech Software" There are several tools and platforms that allow you to convert your books or other written content into audiobooks using AI-driven text-to-speech technology. Here are some options:

1) Narakeet: Narakeet offers an online service that can transform your Word documents, EPUB files, or PDFs into audio recordings using lifelike text-to-speech voice generators. You can choose from a variety of voices in over 100 languages. Simply upload your book chapters, select a voice, and let Narakeet generate the audio for you. You’ll receive an MP3, WAV, or M4A file. This is a great option if you want a quick and efficient way to create audiobooks without hiring voice artists.

2. TTSReader: TTSReader allows you to upload EPUB files and converts them into spoken audio. It’s particularly useful for turning ebooks into audiobooks. You can find thousands of free EPUB books on sites like Project Gutenberg. After conversion, you’ll have an MP3 or WAV file ready for distribution.

3) Speechki: Speechki is an AI audiobook generator with a wide range of voices available in over 80 languages. It provides realistic text-to-speech voiceovers and can transform any text into high-quality audio content. You can use it to create audiobooks, podcasts, and more.

4) http://VEED.IO: http://VEED.IO offers an audiobook maker that uses AI text-to-speech technology. Select a suitable voice, paste your text, and let the AI read it aloud. It’s perfect for self-published authors.

"How to Release Your Audiobook" Once you’ve created your audiobook, the next step is to release it to the world. Here’s a brief guide:

1) Editing and Quality Assurance: Make sure your audio is error-free. Listen carefully for glitches, background noise, or any issues. Correct any mistakes and ensure the overall quality meets professional standards.

2) Choose a Distribution Platform: Platforms like Audible, ACX (Amazon’s audiobook platform), and Findaway Voices allow you to distribute your audiobook. Research their requirements, terms, and royalty rates. Choose the one that aligns with your goals.

3) Format Your Files: Most platforms accept specific audio formats (usually MP3 or WAV). Make sure your audiobook files meet their technical specifications.

4) Upload and Publish: Follow the platform’s instructions to upload your audiobook. Provide metadata (title, author, description, cover art) and set your pricing.

5) Promote Your Audiobook: Leverage your existing fan base, social media, and email newsletters to spread the word. Consider running promotions or offering free review copies to gain initial traction.

6) Monitor Sales and Reviews: Keep an eye on sales and reviews. Engage with listeners and gather feedback. -- https://ttsreader.com/ https://speechki.org/ https://www.veed.io/ https://www.narakeet.com/ https://murf.ai/ https://elevenlabs.io/ https://speechify.com/

-- And I also checked out with Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/audiobooks/comments/168y02a/best_programwebsite_for_texttospeech_audiobook/

Feedbacks are appreciated

[uniquesdata]

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[aesethewitch]

#OcculTea - Conclusions

What are some topics of conversation I’d like to see more of in our community?

I do think that there’s a lack of intermediate to advanced content in the public eye. And I understand why, of course. Beginners find posts they don’t understand and ask a million basic questions: “How do I raise energy?” “Should I cast a circle first?” “If I don’t have this ingredient, what can I substitute? But I don’t have that either, what about this?”

And if they don’t get answers, or if the wrong person finds a post that speaks just a little too authoritatively, they get pissed. Tumblr’s hatemail game is, indeed, unreal. It’s hard sometimes to want to publish something personal or talk about something that the General Audience might disagree with or that’s more advanced than what can usually be found out there.

It would require beginners to recognize when something isn’t really for them (yet). It would also require people to give the benefit of the doubt and actually read a whole post before jumping to the replies or into the poster’s ask box to complain about their wording or tone or “how could you leave out such and such specific detail” or other annoying, disrespectful nonsense like that. Alas, this is the piss on the poor website.

What are my community needs?

My top priorities in a community are somewhere to ask questions, somewhere to have casual, low-stakes conversations, and somewhere to share and vet resources (books, PDFs, shops, materials, websites, blogs, etc.). I sometimes fall off the face of the earth and go hermit-mode for mental health reasons, so communities that require constant participation and look down on declining invitations are no-gos for me.

For the most part, I do think my community needs are being met! I wish I had an in-person place to go, hang out, buy or make things, and just exist as a witch without worrying about conforming to love-and-light ideals and/or cultural appropriation. I’ve been thinking about starting meet-ups at our local library, but the idea of no one showing is… well, it sucks and is scary. So. We’ll see how that goes.

Where would I like to be held and supported?

It really depends.

In this space (Tumblr), the greatest supports are reblogs. Liking a post does little for me in terms of exposure and connection. A reblog spreads my work to new eyes while also showing me that yes, the thing I’ve written is useful in some way. Replies are also good, but reblogs are really where it’s at.

Direct interaction with my work encourages me to write and publish more. I stopped putting up my research into digital divination (which has continued, by the way) because it wasn’t getting any notes. To me, that says that no one’s reading it. If no one’s reading it, I shouldn’t spend so much time cleaning up my notes for presentation, because that’s time I could use better elsewhere on work that will get attention and perhaps pay the bills.

Which kinda sucks! Research into theory and the history of these niche topics are very much passion projects of mine. I’ve got all sorts of notes dissecting Pick-A-Card tarot culture and clickbait tarot YouTube/TikTok videos that may never see the light of day, because it just… doesn’t get noticed. No one cares. I care, obviously, and that’s why I’m still doing it for myself. I’d love to share it, but… again, who cares, aside from me?

Basically, just… interact with stuff, lmao. Tip if you can, still interact if you can't. If you enjoy someone’s work, reblog it. Likes do nothing for creators on this platform. And as someone who relies on this platform to spread my business, reblogs really do make all the difference. (PS: Everyone who has ever recommended my services to someone else, either here or elsewhere, is literally an angel. Word of mouth does more for small businesses than any amount of advertising I could possibly do. You’ve got no idea. Ily.)

Where do I feel like I’m not truly being seen by my community?

I get a lot of attention for my free tarot stuff that I do every Friday. And that’s fair. People love a freebie. There’s a whole subculture of tarot readers here on Tumblr who just do different kinds of free readings for people, often for fun.

But again, the stuff I’m actually proud of tends to get less notes than the throwaway shitposts. It’s rough. I have a feeling that all the hours I’m sinking into writing out these questions and editing the posts will go to waste.

How can we help each other in removing the external peer pressure and grow in community?

Be the change you want to see. Here on Tumblr, there’s a sort of fear surrounding judgment. In the interest of never being judged, receiving hate, or otherwise being “called out,” we avoid publishing work that’s anything close to controversial. Even if it isn’t controversy, if something isn’t being talked about, it’s scary to be the first one to break into the topic. Because what if it’s terrible to talk about?

When you see something you don’t understand or disagree with, don’t instantly jump into OP’s replies or ask box with vitriol or basic questions. Try to find resources first. Check their tags; maybe they’ve talked about that topic before and have a more basic or detailed explanation on the topic somewhere.

Unless it’s actively harmful (bigotry, appropriation, etc.), if you can’t respectfully interact with someone’s post, leave it alone. The important thing to remember is that we don’t need to (and perhaps shouldn’t) form opinions on absolutely everything we see. Some things aren’t for us, and that’s okay. I see things I disagree with and dislike all the time as I peruse the witchcraft tags. Just scroll.

The other part of this is acknowledging that some people just aren’t going to learn how to act right. They just aren’t. We, as a community, need to learn how to ignore those people. There’s an age-old adage that I think we need to bring back into the public eye: Don’t feed the trolls.

How can we, as a community, come together more with constructive criticism without it seeming shady/passive aggressive?

The absolute first step is to learn the difference between hatemail, constructive criticism, and being fucking rude. Tone can be hard for some folks, especially when written out, but it’s critical that you either learn how to decipher it or find people who can help you do so if you’re not able to do it yourself before making assumptions about someone’s meaning.

Hatemail is direct nastiness written and designed to make someone feel bad about themselves, their work, their circle, their practice, or something else. The idea is to make the receiver uncomfortable. This would include attacks on someone’s character. This category includes sending people slurs, telling people they’re stupid for believing something, demanding that someone prove their worth, and unsolicited and harsh criticisms of the work being put out.

Constructive criticism is intended to improve the content you’re seeing. That’s what makes it constructive. It’s respectful to ask the OP if they’re open to receiving constructive criticism before sending it. This category includes helpful notes on content, correcting misinformation, pointing out problems in the language used, and structure of the post in question. For example, I’ve received constructive criticism that my posts tend to be very long-winded. And, I mean, yeah — that’s a fair criticism. But I like writing long posts, so that’s unlikely to change. However, I can include shorter posts in the mix to diversify and appeal to different audiences.

The prime example of someone being plain fucking rude is adding inane, off-topic, judgy comments in a reblog of an innocuous post or send unsolicited, long-winded trauma dumps to someone’s inbox. This could also apply to giving unsolicited advice or speaking in a condescending manner. For example, assuming someone knows less than you and handing out “advice” as though it’s gospel without checking to see whether they would or wouldn’t know that information/practice differently than you. This category refers to the people who aren’t (purposely) sending hate, but their words absolutely come off that way. I find rudeness comes from a lack of self-awareness and consideration for other people. These are the folks that when you tell them to fuck off, they get very offended and don’t understand why you’re reacting badly.

The key is reading comprehension, critical thinking, and compassion. Before you send an ask, reply/reblog, or DM them, try to see where the OP is coming from. What’s their culture, what’s their background, how new are they to their path, why are they posting about the thing they’re posting, etc.? Have you read their post correctly? Are you projecting any kind of expectations or assumptions onto the OP or their post that aren’t actually being stated there?

Will what you say hurt their feelings? Has the OP stated that they’re open to feedback? If not, should you ask them first? Will the OP suffer in some way or cause harm if you don’t reach out to them about the thing you want to tell them? Are you reaching out simply to have something to say, or are you actually adding to the conversation?

If more folks come into conversations with kindness and genuine curiosity, leaving their egos, assumptions, and impulses to be “on the same level” or “better than” other practitioners aside, better interactions happen. Just… don’t be an asshole. Think before you speak. Consider the consequences of what you say before hitting send. So on and so forth.

Consider a class or guide on providing constructive criticism. Creative writing or other literary courses and guides go over this kind of thing extensively.

How can we, as a community, do better when we do receive criticism/feedback?

Remember that, in general, even unsolicited criticism is rarely about you as a person. It is sometimes, but even that can be useful. The only times I would say you ought to throw out criticism entirely is when it veers into hatemail territory. You don’t owe hateful bitches anything, least of all your time.

But in the case of actual feedback, even if it’s not worded the best or if it arrives out of the blue, it’s important to at least read it and take it into consideration.

Take a step back. Take a breath. The knee-jerk reaction to defend yourself is a powerful one. Let the sting of criticism sink in, and do whatever you need to do to soothe it.

Then, read it again. Parse what the person is actually saying. No matter how they’re saying it, what is their actual problem? Is it something you can change? Is it something you’re willing to change? Even if not, is it something you can take into account for the future?

Constructive criticism, when given and received in a positive way, can create some really beautiful moments of understanding and growth. Consider, again, a class or guide on constructive criticism. When they talk about giving it, they also talk about receiving and using it. It really is a life-changing sort of lesson.

As for dealing with hatemail, fuck ‘em. Delete that shit, block the asshole, and don’t look back.

Who are some community members I look up to that are reliable resources and aspirations?

Ohohohohoho, spotlight time!

It isn’t something I can really direct people toward, since it’s a private Discord server, but I’m part of a group of practitioners who are constantly supporting each other. We ask questions, give advice, chat about projects, and just generally lift each other up all the time. That server is, by far, the greatest resource I’ve got right now. It’s a very small community of friends whose passions are diverse and incredibly interesting. The amount of learning and collaboration that goes on… man. I really do love it. (If you’re in that server, and you read this: Hi, I appreciate you! (: )

Now, let’s tag some people (going down my following list):

@elminx — Minx is amazing. The recipe experiments, the astrology insights, the clever techniques… She’s got something for everybody.

@fernthewhimsical — Two words: rainbowmancy and hopepunk. Seriously, go to Fern’s blog and go through the witchcraft tag. So much good stuff.

@jasper-pagan-witch — Our very own TBR and Blogs Georg. I very much recommend checking out their sideblog @jasper-book-stash for brief book reviews.

@coinandcandle — Click through Coin’s pinned post for all sorts of goodies, including deep dives on deities.

@breelandwalker — Tumblr’s resident witchstorian! Check out her podcast, Hex Positive, for beginner-friendly, funny, informative content that ranges from spell techniques to the history of witchcraft.

@windvexer — Chicken answers questions of all sorts! We share the gift (curse?) of verbosity. Their answers are detailed and informative, and I aspire to that level of coherency in my rambling.

@stagkingswife — Silly! Hat! Theory! Stag’s views on spirit work literally changed my whole mind about godspousing and what makes a deity a deity. Legitimately.

@asksecularwitch — Spells Georg. THE secular witch. An icon whose gumption I respect above all others.

And… I’m so sure there are others I’m forgetting about. [gestures] All of my mutuals are lovely, follow them and throw money at their respective Ko-Fi and Patreon pages. (:

Off of Tumblr, I tend toward YouTube’s witch ecosystem. A few people I follow there are The Green Witch, the Witch of Wonderlust, Mint Faery, and Hearth Witch. Again, there are more, but these are the channels I follow most closely for their content!

Final thoughts?

This was fun to put together! I won’t directly tag anyone to respond with their own answers, because… well, this has been a beast of a project that’s taken several days to type out and more to edit. But if you’re a witchy content creator here on Tumblr, please feel free to check out the list of questions and post your own answers!

Replies, reblogs, and asks on any or all of the topics covered in this post series are very much welcome.

This is the final part of a series! Click here to view the masterpost to see all #OcculTea posts in this series. Replies, reblogs, and asks on any or all of the topics covered in this post series are very much welcome.

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Why We Don’t Send Clients Raw Files (And Why That’s a Good Thing)

If you’ve ever worked with a design firm, you may have wondered why you only receive final PDF files for print and not the raw, editable working files. It’s a common question, the short answer is – professional design standards – intellectual property rights – maintaining brand integrity – maintaining the profession.

Who Owns the Working Files?

In the design industry, working files—such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign files—are typically considered the property of the designer or the design firm. According to AIGA (the American Institute of Graphic Arts), designers own the source files they create unless an agreement specifies otherwise. Clients pay for the final product, not the tools used to create them. (Source: AIGA).  When you buy a car you don’t get all the schematics, drawings and raw materials, you get the car, the finished product. 

Why We Keep the Raw Files

Protecting Design Integrity

Working files are layered, complex, and contain technical settings that ensure high-quality results. If a client or a someone else makes edits without understanding the design structure, or knowing the brand intent. it can lead to poor-quality graphics that no longer reflect the original vision.

Intellectual Property & Licensing

Design projects often incorporate licensed assets like stock images, fonts, and graphics that the designer has rights to use—but can’t legally transfer to another organization to use independently. Professional organizations like the Registered Graphic Designers (RGD) of Ontario emphasize the importance of sustainability and ethical best practices in design, which includes respecting intellectual property rights. (Source: RGD)

Software & Technical Barriers

Many clients don’t have the required software to open or edit raw design files. Programs like Adobe InDesign or Photoshop require expertise to navigate, and without the right fonts, linked images, or plugins, the file won’t display correctly.

Maintaining a Professional Relationship

Many design firms offer ongoing support for branding and marketing materials. Providing raw files could lead to inconsistent changes by different designers, damaging brand consistency. Instead, firms like ours prefer to make necessary updates to ensure quality and alignment with your brand.

What We Provide Instead

At��BANG! creative, we ensure that our clients receive everything they need to use their designs effectively:

Print Ready, High-resolution final files (PDF, PNG, JPG, SVG, etc.)

Print-ready and web-ready versions of those final files

When/where applicable a style guide to maintain brand consistency

Templates in Canva, Word, PowerPoint

If you require working files, let’s talk. Sometimes studios provide working files for an additional fee, depending on the project and licensing agreements. The key is clear communication and setting expectations upfront.

Final Thoughts

Design is more than just files—it’s about strategy, execution, and maintaining a strong brand presence. By keeping working files in the hands of the experts, we ensure the best possible outcome for our clients. Too many times we have seen good designs bad, and that can be an unfortunate circumstance of the DIY mentality, but thats another story. If you have questions about your design project, reach out—we’re happy to help!

Sources:

AIGA: Does a Designer Have to Turn Over Source Files?

AIGA: Standard Form of Agreement for Design Services

RGD: Sustainability Guidelines for Creatives

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At BANG! creative, we are passionate about helping businesses build strong, strategic brands that stand out in the marketplace. By thinking first and designing second, we ensure that every marketing effort is not only creative but also grounded in a deep understanding of your unique needs.

Ready to take your brand to the next level? Let’s start with a conversation. Visit creativitygoesbang.com to learn more about our strategic approach and how we can help your business achieve its goals.

Remember, true innovation begins with thoughtful strategy. Let’s build something extraordinary together.

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PDF Editor iPhone: The Best Ways to Edit and Manage PDFs on Your iPhone

In the mobile-first business world, productivity doesn’t stop when you leave your desk. Whether you're a consultant reviewing contracts on the go, a student annotating research articles, or a legal professional handling client documentation, your ability to work with PDF files directly on your smartphone is crucial. That’s where a PDF Editor iPhone solution comes in.

The iPhone is no longer just a communication device—it's a portable office. Thanks to powerful apps and cloud integration, you can now read, annotate, sign, convert, and even edit PDFs right from your iPhone. This guide will explore the best PDF iPhone tools, features to look for, and practical use cases for professionals who need to manage documents efficiently while mobile.

Why You Need a PDF Editor on iPhone

PDF (Portable Document Format) is the global standard for sharing business documents. From invoices and contracts to manuals and whitepapers, professionals interact with PDF files every day. But working with PDFs used to require a desktop application—until now.

With a PDF Editor iPhone app, you can:

Edit text and images within a PDF

Add or remove pages

Sign documents electronically

Convert other file formats (Word, Excel) to PDF and vice versa

Annotate with highlights, sticky notes, and drawings

Fill out forms directly on your phone

Whether you're working from a coffee shop, traveling for business, or commuting, managing PDF iPhone tasks ensures your workflow doesn’t skip a beat.

Key Features to Look for in a PDF Editor iPhone App

Not all PDF editors are created equal. For professionals, reliability, security, and advanced features are critical. Here are the top functionalities you should expect:

1. Text Editing

A good PDF editor allows you to modify existing text, change fonts, and even reflow content for mobile screens.

2. Annotation Tools

Highlighting, underlining, commenting, and drawing make it easier to review documents collaboratively.

3. Digital Signatures

Add legally binding e-signatures or initial fields quickly, without printing or scanning.

4. OCR (Optical Character Recognition)

This powerful feature scans and converts printed text into editable, searchable content—ideal for scanned PDFs or photos of documents.

5. Cloud Integration

Seamless syncing with services like iCloud, Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive is a must for professionals working across devices.

6. File Conversion

Converting PDFs to Word, Excel, JPG, or vice versa expands what you can do with your documents.

7. Security Features

Password protection, redaction, and encryption are vital when handling sensitive information on mobile.

Best PDF Editor Apps for iPhone in 2025

Here are the top-rated and most powerful PDF editor apps you can use on your iPhone today:

1. Adobe Acrobat Reader

Best for: Enterprise-grade features and reliability

View, annotate, and sign PDFs

Premium version offers full editing and OCR

Deep integration with Adobe Creative Cloud

✅ Trusted by businesses worldwide ❌ Subscription required for full features

2. PDF Expert by Readdle

Best for: Power users and document professionals

Full text editing, page management, and form filling

Integrates with cloud storage

Offers a clean, professional interface

✅ Recognized for speed and usability ❌ Premium plan needed for editing features

3. Foxit PDF Editor Mobile

Best for: Secure document handling and collaboration

Supports real-time collaboration and comments

Includes advanced security features

Lightweight and fast

✅ Great for teams and enterprise environments ❌ Interface not as sleek as some competitors

4. Documents by Readdle

Best for: All-in-one file management and PDF editing

Combines file browser, media player, and PDF editor

Excellent for managing multiple file types

Free version includes basic tools

✅ Ideal for productivity power users ❌ May be too feature-heavy for casual users

5. Apple Files + Markup Tools

Best for: Quick annotations and casual users

Built-in on iOS, no downloads needed

Use Markup for signing, highlighting, and drawing

Integrates with iCloud and third-party services

✅ Free and easy to access ❌ Limited editing capability—no text or form editing

Professional Use Cases: Editing PDF iPhone Files on the Go

Let’s look at some real-world scenarios where a PDF Editor iPhone app becomes essential:

Legal Professionals

Review contracts

Redline clauses

Collect client signatures in the field

Consultants

Annotate client proposals during meetings

Fill out expense reports or work orders

Convert documents to PDF for archiving

Educators and Students

Highlight readings

Add notes for revision

Submit assignments in PDF format

Freelancers

Create and send invoices

Sign NDAs or client contracts

Edit proposals while traveling

These scenarios highlight how PDF iPhone capabilities are central to modern workflows—especially for professionals who value efficiency and agility.

Security and Compliance Considerations

Handling business documents from your mobile device comes with risk. Be sure the PDF Editor iPhone app you use complies with:

GDPR, HIPAA, or other relevant regulations

End-to-end encryption for stored and transferred documents

Face ID or Touch ID for app access

Also, make it a habit to:

Avoid editing confidential files over public Wi-Fi

Enable automatic app updates for the latest security patches

Use password-protected PDFs when sharing sensitive information

Tips for Maximizing Productivity with PDF iPhone Tools

To make the most of your PDF editing capabilities:

Use templates: Save reusable templates for contracts or invoices to save time.

Batch processing: Choose apps that allow merging or splitting multiple PDFs in one action.

Automate workflows: Use Shortcuts (iOS) to automate repetitive PDF tasks like renaming, saving, or emailing.

Cloud sync: Always keep your documents backed up and accessible from desktop and mobile.

Conclusion

Gone are the days when editing a PDF required a desktop and specialized software. With today’s robust and secure PDF Editor iPhone apps, you can handle even the most demanding document workflows from your smartphone. Whether you're closing deals, collaborating on projects, or reviewing important files while on the move, having a reliable PDF editor on your iPhone is a game-changer.

From full-service tools like Adobe Acrobat and PDF Expert to built-in options like Apple’s Markup, professionals now have more options than ever to stay productive—anytime, anywhere.

So if you're serious about working smarter and faster on the go, make sure you're equipped with a PDF iPhone solution that meets your needs.

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Slack is a set of tools and services with the workspace that allows you to organize communications for your company. It is especially useful for remote teams because it enables communication as if all team members were in the same place. Other words, it is the perfect team collaboration software that unifies your entire team communications. If you are using Slack platform, then you will be able to bring tools you are using every day with your team members. And with the right people and tools, Slack turns out to be the place where the team is the most productive. Here’s a list of 10 productivity tools you can use to make your team productive. Trello Trello is an online service that helps you stay organized and create projects in which you can add people, add tasks and assign them to others. This productivity app provides a visual summary of everything involved in your project and allows seamless communication between the two apps. By combining Trello with Slack, you can add new Trello cards to boards directly from Slack with the "/trello add" command, and you can join them. All that will lead to a better beginning of your projects. You can also add conversations and team members into teams and boards. Evernote If you want your notes to remain organized, this is a perfect app for that. Plus it is good for increasing productivity because with it you can have content and team in one place, focused. If you send a message in Slack, it can be easily converted into Evernote. You can turn a Slack channel conversation into meeting notes when you clip all messages, PDFs, and docs to Evernote, and you can choose which one to clip. What’ more, you can automatically sync Slack channel messages with your Evernote and also search Evernote notes from within Slack. GitHub GitHub is a great web hosting service that offers all functionalities of it. It is good for managing projects and writing codes. And when you connect these two apps, you are automatically receiving the event in the Slack channel. This app makes it easy to customize what gets posted in Slack. You can subscribe to the activity that's relevant to the whole channel to see and unsubscribe from other types that are less helpful. So, connect two of your most important tools and stay on top of your work, all from Slack. Google Calendar Google Calendar is a great app for simplifying many daily business tasks. Even when you’re well organized, you can forget about some meetings or events. Or your team members birthday. When you connect these two apps, you will receive notifications and a daily and weekly summary of scheduled events. Paldesk Paldesk is a powerful live chat messaging platform that lets you engage and convert users in real-time. Keep track of various groups on Slack, receive updates about new users and conversations straight into your channel. Don’t miss out on a single thing happening behind the scenes of your team inbox. Receive incoming messages directly into Slack and reply easily with the help of your entire team. Don't miss out on any conversations with live notifications, stay up to date on their current progress with user status colors - green (online), red (offline) and blue (assigned). Simple poll Should we be focusing on case studies? Or should we be focusing on new projects? This Slack tool allows you to use polls natively within Slack — in public channels, private channels, and direct messages. Simple Poll makes it quick and easy to gather the internal intel you need to make important decisions that will impact the growth of your business. You can also conduct a poll with emoji reactions which proves to be a great tool for a quick poll. Such as when deciding whether to eat pizza or sushi for your lunch break. Google Drive With this app, you can share Drive files in Slack. To be able to do that, you need to have a shareable link in a conversation, paste it and then files will automatically be imported in Slack. You get updates in Slack on changes in Drive, like comments, access requests, and new files shared with you.

Then you can reply directly to comments from within Slack and have them posted to the file. And also, one of the many advantages is the fact that you can search and find files quickly. It automatically indexes the contents of any Google Drive file you have shared. Asana Asana, an app that is used by many organizations and industries, is a project management tool for teams. With this app, teams are able to do their work much better and it turns out more productive. Get notifications on your work happening in Asana. Link a specific Asana project to a Slack channel so everyone in the channel is notified when changes and updates are made to your project in Asana. Lastly, you can create a new task in Asana without leaving Slack. "If you want to optimize further, you can connect Asana with other apps, via an automation platform like Tray." GeekBot Geekbot organizes your team’s workflow with a flexible and robust scheduling system, which allows you to set up meetings in any possible frequency (daily, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or even custom). Imagine being able to create your own question. Or giving your team control over reminders. Geekbot can do that. And as soon as you integrate it with your Slack chat, you will be able to add transparency to your meetings and stay focused on the tasks that matter. Invision Many web designers and developers use Invision for their prototyping needs. It’s reliable and scalable and allows your entire team to actively collaborate on different projects. Connect a prototype to a channel, so when it’s updated, changes are pushed to the channel and made visible to your whole team. Changes made within InVision projects such as screen changes, comments, and status of the project are automatically synced with Slack. Get instant notifications, previews of changes, and click through to comment. Also, you can customize your Slack sync for each project.