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Resume Builder — Upload, Optimize, and Export an ATS-Ready Resume

Three ways to use it: upload an existing resume, build from scratch, or paste raw text. The AI parses your content into structured sections, scores it for ATS compatibility, and lets you enhance it for any specific job description — all without leaving the dashboard.

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Uploading an Existing Resume (PDF, DOCX, or TXT)

Click "Upload Resume" and select your file. The AI parser extracts your contact info, work experience, education, skills, and certifications automatically. Maximum file size is 10 MB.

  • PDF works best if the text is selectable (not a scanned image).
  • DOCX files preserve formatting more reliably than PDF in most cases.
  • TXT is a fallback if your resume doesn't parse correctly in other formats — paste the raw text and the AI structures it.
  • If the parser misreads a section, you can fix it manually in the next step.
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Reviewing and Editing the Parsed Sections

After upload, the AI breaks your resume into editable sections: Summary, Experience, Education, Skills, Certifications, and Projects. Review each one and correct anything the parser got wrong.

  • Click any section to expand it and edit the text directly.
  • Drag sections to reorder them — some roles benefit from putting Skills above Experience.
  • Add or delete sections using the + and trash icons. Not everyone needs a "Projects" section.
  • The AI preserves your original wording by default. It only rewrites when you explicitly ask it to.
3

Running the ATS Compatibility Check

Click "Check ATS Score" to get a score from 0 to 100. The ATS (Applicant Tracking System) is the software most companies use to filter resumes before a human ever sees them. A score below 70 means your resume is likely getting filtered out.

  • The checker flags missing keywords, formatting issues, and sections that ATS systems can't parse.
  • Common ATS killers: tables, columns, headers/footers, images, and unusual fonts.
  • The score breakdown shows exactly which issues are costing you points so you can fix them one by one.
  • Re-run the check after each round of edits to confirm your score is improving.
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Enhancing for a Specific Job Description

Paste a job description into the "Enhance for Job" field and click Enhance. The AI adjusts your resume's keywords, phrasing, and emphasis to match what the job listing is asking for — without fabricating experience you don't have.

  • The AI highlights which keywords from the job description are missing in your resume.
  • It suggests rephrasing existing bullet points to better align with the role's requirements.
  • Enhancement doesn't add fake experience. It reframes what you've already done using the employer's language.
  • You can enhance for multiple job descriptions — just replace the text and re-run.
5

Exporting as PDF or DOCX

When you're satisfied, click Export and choose PDF or DOCX. PDF is standard for most applications. DOCX is useful if a recruiter asks for an editable version.

  • The exported file uses a clean, ATS-friendly template with no columns or tables.
  • Your file is generated on-device — it's not stored on our servers after export.
  • If you need to come back later, your work is saved in Resume Builder automatically.
  • Name the file clearly: "FirstName_LastName_Resume.pdf" is the standard convention.

Quick Tips

  • Always run the ATS check before submitting your resume anywhere. A beautiful resume that scores 40 on ATS is worse than a plain one that scores 90.
  • Enhance for each specific job description. A generic resume loses to a tailored one every time.
  • Keep your resume to one page if you have under 10 years of experience. Two pages is fine for senior roles.
  • Use the Resume Builder output as your source of truth — link it to Cover Letter and Interview Assistant for a consistent story.
  • Re-upload your resume after any major career change to get a fresh parse and updated ATS score.
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