ATS Resume Checker Guide

Master the ATS Resume Checker to optimize your resume for Applicant Tracking Systems and increase your chances of getting past the initial screening.

Beginner Friendly2 Credits3-5 Minutes

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How It Works

Prepare Your Resume Text

Copy your current resume content or have it ready to paste

Copy all text from your resume (avoid images or graphics)
Include all sections: contact info, summary, experience, education, skills
Ensure formatting is clean and readable
Minimum 10 characters required for analysis

Get the Job Description

Find and copy the complete job posting you're targeting

Copy the full job description (minimum 100 characters)
Include requirements, responsibilities, and qualifications
Don't edit or summarize - use the complete posting
Make sure it's for a position you're actually applying to

Run the Analysis

Submit both texts and get your detailed ATS compatibility report

Paste resume text in the first field
Paste job description in the second field
Click "Check Resume" (uses 2 credits)
Wait 3-5 minutes for comprehensive analysis

Understanding Your Analysis

ATS Compatibility Score

Overall percentage score of how well your resume matches ATS requirements

0-40%: Needs significant improvement
41-70%: Good but room for optimization
71-85%: Very good ATS compatibility
86-100%: Excellent ATS optimization

Keyword Analysis

Identification of missing and matched keywords from the job description

Shows keywords you already have
Highlights missing important keywords
Provides keyword density analysis
Suggests where to add keywords naturally

Improvement Recommendations

Specific, actionable suggestions to improve your resume

Section-by-section improvement tips
Formatting and structure suggestions
Content optimization recommendations
Industry-specific best practices

Common Issues & Solutions

Low Keyword Match

high priority

Add relevant keywords from job description naturally throughout your resume

Poor Formatting

medium priority

Use standard headings, bullet points, and avoid complex formatting

Missing Skills Section

high priority

Add a dedicated skills section with job-relevant technical and soft skills

Weak Experience Descriptions

medium priority

Use action verbs and quantify achievements with numbers and metrics

Inconsistent Date Formatting

low priority

Use consistent date format throughout (e.g., "Jan 2020 - Dec 2022")

Best Practices

Before Analysis

Review the job posting carefully to understand requirements
Ensure your resume is current and complete
Have multiple versions ready for different job types
Remove any confidential information before analysis

During Analysis

Use the complete, unedited job description
Include all resume sections for comprehensive analysis
Double-check that text copied correctly without formatting issues
Be patient - thorough analysis takes a few minutes

After Analysis

Review all recommendations carefully
Prioritize high-impact changes first
Implement suggestions while maintaining authenticity
Test again after making significant changes

Pro Tips for Maximum Impact

🎯 Keyword Optimization

• Use exact keywords from the job description
• Include both acronyms and full terms (e.g., "AI" and "Artificial Intelligence")
• Place keywords in multiple sections naturally
• Don't keyword stuff - maintain readability

📊 Score Improvement

• Focus on high-impact recommendations first
• Test multiple versions for different roles
• Update skills section with job requirements
• Use action verbs and quantifiable achievements

What's Next?

📝 Cover Letter Generator

Create matching cover letters for your optimized resume

📊 HR Resume Ranker

See how your resume ranks against others

🤖 Create Career Agent

Build an agent that combines career tools

❓ Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions