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How do you open the resume template in Google Docs?
- Download the .docx fileUse the buttons above for the resume, the cover letter or both.
- Upload it to Google DriveGo to drive.google.com and click New > File upload, then pick the file.
- Open it with Google DocsRight-click the file and choose Open with > Google Docs. Google makes an editable copy.
- Replace the sample textType over the example name, jobs and dates. The headings and spacing stay in place.
- Download it as a PDFChoose File > Download > PDF document and send that file, unless the job asks for Word.
What's in the resume template?
- A name header with job title, location, email, phone and LinkedIn
- Summary, Experience, Education, Skills and Languages sections, with dates aligned to the right
- Example bullet points that show results, so you can see the style before you write your own
- A matching cover letter with the same header, a greeting, three short paragraphs and a sign-off
- No photo, no tables and no text boxes
How do you make a resume pass applicant tracking systems?
- Keep one column. Text in side columns, tables or text boxes can come out jumbled when a system reads it.
- Use standard headings. 'Experience', 'Education' and 'Skills' are what systems and recruiters look for.
- Mirror the job posting. Use the same words for skills and tools that the ad uses, where they're true for you.
- Keep contact details in the body. Don't put your email or phone in the page header or footer.
- Show results, not duties. Start bullets with a verb and add a number when you have a real one.
- Name the file clearly. For example firstname-lastname-resume.pdf.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the resume template free?
Yes. Both the resume and the cover letter are free to download and use, with no sign-up and no email.
How do I open a Word resume template in Google Docs?
Download the .docx file, go to Google Drive, click New > File upload and pick the file. Then right-click it and choose Open with > Google Docs.
Is this resume template ATS friendly?
It's built the way applicant tracking systems read best: one column, real heading styles, plain text with no tables, text boxes or images. Always check the job posting in case it asks for a specific format.
Should I send my resume as a PDF or a Word file?
Send a PDF unless the job posting asks for Word. In Google Docs, choose File > Download > PDF document.
Does the template include a photo?
No. Many employers in the US and Canada prefer resumes without a photo, and a photo adds nothing an applicant tracking system can read.
What paper size is the resume?
The English template is US Letter. To switch to A4 in Google Docs, choose File > Page setup and change the paper size.
The names, companies and numbers in the template are made up. Google Docs and Microsoft Word are trademarks of their owners; SuanSupply isn't affiliated with Google or Microsoft.