Python
MinerU
PDF to Markdown with formulas and tables
by opendatalab · AGPL-3.0
Document AI & OCRDocument extractorAGPL-3.0Runs locallyPythonIntermediate
From the README
Install
pip install uv uv venv .mineru --python 3.12 # Linux/macOS
- Document library and agent reading: discover files, cache results, search content, continue by page or block, and preserve stable citation locators.
- Independent model configuration: ONNX or Torch for small models; llama.cpp, vLLM, or LMDeploy for the VLM.
- Unified tools: Python SDK, V1 API, stateless batch conversion, multi-service Router, and a Gradio-based WebUI.
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What is MinerU?
MinerU extracts text, tables, formulas and images from PDFs into Markdown or JSON, handling scientific documents particularly well.
Why people choose MinerU
- Extracts formulas as LaTeX
- Strong table structure recovery
- Handles scanned documents
MinerU at a glance
| Category | Document AI & OCR |
| Type | Document extractor |
| License | AGPL-3.0 |
| Runs locally | Yes |
| Built with | Python |
| Skill level | Intermediate |
| Best for | scientific PDFs with formulas |
Latest releases
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FAQ
Is MinerU free?
MinerU is free and open-source (AGPL-3.0 license), so you can use, self-host and modify it at no cost.
Can I run MinerU locally?
Yes. MinerU is designed to run on your own machine or server, keeping your data private.
What is the best alternative to MinerU?
Popular open-source alternatives include MarkItDown, Marker, Docling. See the comparisons above to choose.
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