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Why Resume Software Cannot Read Your PDF

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The short answer

A PDF made from a photo, a scan or a design tool can look perfect and still hold no real text, so resume software sees a blank page. Check your PDF here: if it reads jumbled or empty, export again from Word or Docs, or use the resume builder.

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How to: Why Resume Software Cannot Read Your PDF

  1. 1Choose your resume PDF.
  2. 2Look at the text a robot sees. If it is empty, the PDF is a picture.
  3. 3Export a new PDF from a word processor, choosing the text-based option, not 'print to image'.
  4. 4Check the new PDF again.

At a glance

Common cause
A resume saved as a picture, or a scan
Also check
Icons in place of words, text in text boxes, two columns
Fix
Export from Word, Google Docs or the resume builder

Frequently asked questions

My resume was designed in an image editor. Is that a problem?

It can be. Many editors turn text into shapes or pictures on export. Check the result here, and if no text appears, rebuild the page in a word processor.

Can I still use a nice design?

Yes. A single column, normal fonts and clear headings look good and read well. Keep decoration to colour and spacing, not to icons that replace words.

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