When finished, save the PDF file. Open the Word document and paste the text. Its shortcut key is Ctrl + V. To paste only the text without it original format, you can paste it by clicking Keep Text Only. How to Copy and Paste from PDF to Word Without Losing Formats — Microsoft Word Tips Steps to Copy and Paste from PDF to Word Without Losing Formats Online · Open the PDF document. · Click on the text. · Click Add, then select All text on page, then select the page for this selection. · Click on the Edit tab, then select Copy or use the keyboard shortcut and press Ctrl + V (Windows) or Cmd + V (Mac), then click OK. · When done, save the PDF file. Open the Word document and paste the text. Its shortcut key is Ctrl + V.