
The font you choose matters. A clean, professional font makes your resume easy to read on screens and on paper. It also helps Applicant Tracking Systems scan your information correctly.
The safest fonts are the ones that are easy to read and look professional. Good choices include:
These fonts are used in business documents every day, so employers are comfortable with them.
Most resumes use font sizes between 10 and 12 for regular text.
Headings, such as “Work Experience” or “Education,” can be a little larger, around 12 to 14.
If your text is too small, managers will not read it. If it is too big, it looks unprofessional.
Do not use fonts like:
They look unprofessional and can be hard to read. They can also confuse Applicant Tracking Systems.
Using too many fonts makes a resume messy. Choose one font for the whole resume, or use one for headings and one for regular text. Keep it simple.
Bold text is fine for headings or job titles.
Color is okay in small amounts, as long as the text stays clear and readable in black and white.
A resume is not a poster or a design project. Employers care about clear information. A clean font, readable size, and simple layout will always look professional.
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