The Extract Contacts feature allows you to quickly extract contact information from external resources like LinkedIn, TheOrg, or other platforms. This powerful tool saves hours of manual data entry by converting copied text into actionable contact data.

How It Works
- Navigate to Your Resource:
- Open the platform containing the list of contacts (e.g., LinkedIn search results, TheOrg’s organizational charts).
- If the platform does not support direct exports (e.g., CSV files), simply highlight and copy the desired text containing contact information.
- Paste and Extract:
- Paste the copied text into the textbox in the Extract Contacts tab.
- Right-click and select “Extract the Contacts from the Input Box” or use the shortcut
Ctrl+Shift+E
. - The system will process the pasted data and populate the Contacts Tab with the details available.
Actions and Shortcuts
From the Context Menu:
- Extract Contacts (
Ctrl+Shift+E
):- Extracts contact details from the pasted text and sends them to the Contacts Tab.
- Clear Input Box (
Ctrl+Shift+9
):- Clears all text in the input box for a fresh start.
What Happens Next?
After extracting the initial details, the contacts are available in the Contacts Tab, where additional actions can be performed, like enriching the data with complementary information such as:
- LinkedIn URLs
- Work emails
- Profile details
Note: The data enrichment feature is powered by the SalesQL API. Click here to learn how to set up your SalesQL API Key in just a few clicks.
How It Helps You
- Saves Time:
- No need to manually copy and paste individual fields; extract hundreds of contacts at once.
- Streamlines Workflows:
- Automatically organizes extracted data into a structured format.
- Supports Networking:
- Enables easy outreach by quickly populating your contacts database.
Example Use Case: Building a Targeted Contact List
- Gather Data:
- Copy a list of contacts from TheOrg, LinkedIn search result page or any other source.
- Extract Contacts:
- Paste the text into the Extract Contacts textbox and press
Ctrl+Shift+E
.
- Paste the text into the Extract Contacts textbox and press
- Refine and Enrich:
- Go to the Contacts Tab to enrich the relevant contacts with details like emails and LinkedIn URLs.
- Take Action:
- Use the enriched data for personalized outreach campaigns or follow-ups.
The Extract Contacts feature is your gateway to seamless networking and contact management. Whether you’re targeting hiring managers, recruiters, or industry leaders, this tool ensures you always have the right data at your fingertips.