Extract text from PDF and image using AI (Gemini) to CSV file
Workflow Description
Advanced automation template that extracts text content from PDF files and images using Google's Gemini AI technology, intelligently processes the data, and automatically saves the results as organized CSV files in Google Drive, eliminating manual data entry.
How it works
- 1.Trigger automation when a PDF or image file is uploaded to Google Drive
- 2.Extract raw content from the file using built-in document processing capabilities
- 3.Process the extracted text through Gemini AI for intelligent analysis and understanding
- 4.Classify and structure the data according to document context and requirements
- 5.Format the organized results into a properly formatted CSV table
- 6.Automatically save the generated CSV file to a designated Google Drive folder
Use cases
- Extract invoice and contract data automatically and convert to structured spreadsheets
- Process scanned receipts and digitized documents to capture essential business information
- Automate indexing of document archives by extracting and organizing all content into searchable databases
- Analyze customer survey responses and application forms to populate organized data records
Requirements
- Active Google account with full Google Drive access permissions
- Valid Google Cloud API key configured for Gemini AI services
- PDF and image files in standard formats (PNG, JPG, PDF) with readable content
- Source documents must contain extractable text rather than purely graphical or handwritten content
Service Value
Ideal as a smart automation service combining integrations and AI to produce ready-to-use results.
Apps Used
Details
How to Use
- 1.Click "Download Template"
- 2.Open your n8n dashboard
- 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
- 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials
Nodes Used (16)
Google Gemini Chat Model
Gemini Model
Get PDF or Images
Google Drive Trigger
Route based on PDF or Image
Switch
Download PDF
Google Drive
Download Image
Google Drive
Extract data from PDF
Extract From File
Send data to A.I.
HTTP Request
Convert to CSV
Convert To File
Upload to Google Drive
Google Drive
Convert to CSV2
Convert To File
Upload to Google Drive1
Google Drive
Sticky Note
Sticky Note
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Sticky Note
Sticky Note2
Sticky Note
Sticky Note3
Sticky Note
Vertex A.I. extract text
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