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These eight resume template designs come in a range of colors and are specifically designed to be ATS-friendly, so you don’t have to worry about your application not being read correctly.

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Free resume templates

These four resume templates are totally free to download and use.

Once you’ve made your resume, put it through a resume parser to confirm ATS software won’t have any issues reading your information.

Easy-to-edit resume templates

The following four ATS resume templates are easily editable in our Resume Builder and were designed to be both ATS-friendly and aesthetically pleasing.

5. Elegant resume template

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6. Solid resume temlate

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7. Vanguard resume template

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8. Opulence resume template

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Frequently asked questions

If you still have questions about ATS and ATS-friendly resumes, check out the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions below.

1. What is an ATS-friendly resume?

An ATS-friendly resume is any resume that can be easily scanned by ATS software.

Keep your resume format ATS-friendly by avoiding the following:
Tables
Images
Nonstandard fonts
Multiple columns

ATS software parses the text on a resume, “reading” it from left to right and top to bottom, so tables, multiple columns, and strange or unique fonts can cause problems.

Finally, make sure you include keywords from the job description. Hiring managers use ATS software to identify resumes that match their job descriptions, so use the same wording that appears in the job description when describing your experience, achievements, and skills.

2. How do you check if your resume is ATS-friendly?

To know if your resume is ATS-friendly, go over it and check for the following:

Single-column formatting
Chronological work history
Standard font
Standard section headings
No graphics
No tables
Skills and keywords from the job description
File saved as .pdf or .docx

Finally, you can run your resume through an ATS resume scanner.

3. Do resumes get auto-rejected by ATS?

Most resumes are viewed by recruiters who decide whether to reject candidates.

However, ATS do use what are referred to as knockout questions. These are separate questions you need to fill out when applying for the job, and are usually about how many years of experience you have or your availability.

If your answer isn’t what the employer is looking for, your application will get automatically rejected. These knockout questions are what people are referring to when they talk about being rejected before a real person even reviews their resume.

4. What is an ATS score?

Applicant Tracking Systems may assign a percentage score to show how well a resume matches the job description or search criteria. Every organization uses these scores differently. Resumes scoring higher than 80% are prioritized by the system, but recruiters still have access to and can read all resumes submitted.

ATS resume checkers also assign a score to a resume showing how well it can be parsed by an ATS. Make sure your resume scores high on an ATS resume checker before submitting it to a large organization that’s likely to use an ATS.

5. What resume format is best for ATS?

The best resume format for ATS is the chronological resume. This is the most standard format and what ATS are trained to read.

If you opt for a non-traditional format like a functional resume, the ATS might be confused by the sections on your resume and have a hard time identifying both your work history and your skills.