How do I check a resume for ATS readability?
There is no single test that proves a resume will work in every applicant tracking system. You can still catch common readability problems before applying. Use the exported document and the actual employer application as your main checks rather than relying only on a third-party score.
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Open the PDF and select or copy its text. Paste it into a plain-text editor and look for missing sections, strange reading order, broken characters, or dates detached from roles.
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