{"id":86292,"date":"2024-04-29T11:30:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-29T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/?p=86292"},"modified":"2025-09-15T11:17:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T15:17:24","slug":"how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Resume in Microsoft Word"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word-1024x576.png\" alt=\"how to make resume in microsoft word\" class=\"wp-image-87482\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/how-to-make-resume-in-microsoft-word-730x411.png 730w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Are you hoping to land your dream job? Well, the first step to success is to create an effective resume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winning resumes are clear, showcase your skills effectively, and immediately grab the attention of a hiring manager or a recruiter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to make a resume is still Microsoft Word since it has an interface people are familiar with. Word also offers resume templates and customization tools for quick turnaround.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don&#8217;t know how to make a resume in Microsoft Word, you&#8217;re in the right place to learn! (PS: You can also use our <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/resume-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Free Resume Maker<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">resume templates<\/a> for better results). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/features\/resume-maker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>START CREATING FOR FREE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Click to jump ahead: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#word\">Creating a resume in Word <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"word\">Creating a resume in Microsoft Word<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Word is a popular resume-creation tool since it is installed on most computers, and .doc and .docx files can be read by most text-processing software.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose a resume template or start from scratch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Word, you can create resumes from scratch (best for those wanting a unique layout) or use a template to jumpstart the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Select the Blank document on Word&#8217;s welcome screen to create a resume from a blank slate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blank-document-word-1-1024x620.png\" alt=\"blank document word\" class=\"wp-image-87581\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blank-document-word-1-1024x620.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blank-document-word-1-300x182.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blank-document-word-1-768x465.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blank-document-word-1-730x442.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/blank-document-word-1.png 1528w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you wish to edit a resume template in Word, type resume in the search bar instead.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"623\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-word-1024x623.png\" alt=\"resume templates word search\" class=\"wp-image-87525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-word-1024x623.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-word-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-word-768x467.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-word-730x444.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-word.png 1523w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Word offers resume templates for various industries (hospitality, nursing, attorney, and more) and styles such as modern, minimalist, and playful.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-carousel-word-1024x619.png\" alt=\"resume templates carousel word\" class=\"wp-image-87528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-carousel-word-1024x619.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-carousel-word-300x181.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-carousel-word-768x464.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-carousel-word-730x441.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/resume-templates-carousel-word.png 1528w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Pro-tip: <\/strong>If you don&#8217;t like Word templates, browse <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">resume templates<\/a> on Venngage. <a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/blog\/business\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Business<\/a>&nbsp;users can download these templates as a PDF and directly edit them in Word!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"627\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/venngage-template-in-word-1024x627.png\" alt=\"venngage template in word\" class=\"wp-image-87583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/venngage-template-in-word-1024x627.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/venngage-template-in-word-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/venngage-template-in-word-768x470.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/venngage-template-in-word-730x447.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/venngage-template-in-word.png 1528w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Structuring your resume<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobillico.com\/blog\/en\/mastering-the-art-of-resume-writing-dos-and-donts-for-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">an effective resume<\/a>, make sure you include sections that contain the following information. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Contact details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional summary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work experience <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Education <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top of your resume, include all your essential details \u2014 name, phone number, email address, and LinkedIn profile (optional) or professional website. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your name should always be in a larger font size to stand out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/nursing-resume-e3da01a7-653d-49fb-8921-72a435c28ea3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thumbnails.venngage.com\/template\/e3da01a7-653d-49fb-8921-72a435c28ea3.png\" alt=\"Nursing Resume\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/nursing-resume-e3da01a7-653d-49fb-8921-72a435c28ea3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Professional summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below your contact information, write a brief section summarizing your professional experience and skills or what you aim to achieve in your career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider this your elevator pitch, as it will be one of the first items a recruiter or manager scans.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/green-blob-job-resume-template-cd78efbc-9191-481a-a968-94c210a3f54c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.venngage.com\/template\/thumbnail\/small\/cd78efbc-9191-481a-a968-94c210a3f54c.webp\" alt=\"Green Blob Job Resume Template\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/green-blob-job-resume-template-cd78efbc-9191-481a-a968-94c210a3f54c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Work experience <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common format for listing work experience on a resume is chronological (your most recent job comes first).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are details you should always include in the work experience section. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Job title<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Company name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dates of employment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Key responsibilities and achievements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/white-and-brown-modern-professional-business-resume-023bfcc8-a13c-4ce3-b31b-e132a7a4c276\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.venngage.com\/template\/thumbnail\/small\/023bfcc8-a13c-4ce3-b31b-e132a7a4c276.webp\" alt=\"White And Brown Modern Professional Business Resume\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/white-and-brown-modern-professional-business-resume-023bfcc8-a13c-4ce3-b31b-e132a7a4c276\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip<\/strong>: When possible, use bullet points to list responsibilities and achievements to make resume content easier to scan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Education history<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Details about your academic history matter less as you accumulate work experience, so keep this section brief if this applies to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this section is important if you&#8217;re a new graduate or have little work experience. In such cases, here&#8217;s what you need to include.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Degree<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Institution name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Graduation year <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any honors or distinctions, if applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even add information about&nbsp;extracurricular activities&nbsp;or&nbsp;coursework to stand out. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/blue-professional-student-resume-432ded33-c178-4781-86de-5a39a93d2a7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thumbnails.venngage.com\/template\/432ded33-c178-4781-86de-5a39a93d2a7c.png\" alt=\"Blue Professional Student Resume\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/blue-professional-student-resume-432ded33-c178-4781-86de-5a39a93d2a7c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This section lets you communicate why you&#8217;re the best candidate for the job.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mentioning specific skills in a job listing is a good way to make your resume stand out and get picked up by applicant tracking tools which screen resumes based on keywords.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/white-and-orange-minimalist-professional-it-resume-fb8acb2b-ba0e-422a-82b0-ec0130a8795f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.venngage.com\/template\/thumbnail\/small\/fb8acb2b-ba0e-422a-82b0-ec0130a8795f.webp\" alt=\"White And Orange Minimalist Professional IT Resume\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/white-and-orange-minimalist-professional-it-resume-fb8acb2b-ba0e-422a-82b0-ec0130a8795f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Add text and content <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To add text to resumes in Word, go to Insert and click on Text Box. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use Word&#8217;s built-in designs or select Draw Text Box to make a custom size. You&#8217;ll need to create multiple text boxes for each section of your resume. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/insert-text-word-1024x628.png\" alt=\"insert text word\" class=\"wp-image-87626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/insert-text-word-1024x628.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/insert-text-word-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/insert-text-word-768x471.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/insert-text-word-730x448.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/insert-text-word.png 1526w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Formatting basics <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A winning resume isn&#8217;t only visually appealing but also is designed to communicate effectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use clear and professional fonts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Font styles like Arial and Calibri have clear letters, which guarantees your resume is easy to read.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid decorative or hard-to-read fonts like Georgia. Remember, the focus is on your skills and experience, not the typeface.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/character-resume-93e60486-9ec8-4b31-a84e-5832dda92eec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thumbnails.venngage.com\/template\/93e60486-9ec8-4b31-a84e-5832dda92eec.png\" alt=\"Character Resume\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/character-resume-93e60486-9ec8-4b31-a84e-5832dda92eec\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use consistent font sizes and style <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t let your resume become a hodgepodge of font sizes and styles (this leads to clutter). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, maintain a consistent font size throughout your resume, typically around 12 points (exceptions include you name, job titles, and section headings). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being consistent will make your resume easy to navigate and give it a professional look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Maintain appropriate spacing between sections<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Proper spacing between sections breaks up the text on your resume, making it easier to scan.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to apply appropriate spacing between each section on a resume so that information doesn&#8217;t get missed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, a 0.5 to 1-inch gap between sections like education, experience, and skills is adequate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/marketing-consultant-simple-resume-f2dab1f9-07e0-4ae9-a365-fcf6606d7657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thumbnails.venngage.com\/template\/f2dab1f9-07e0-4ae9-a365-fcf6606d7657.png\" alt=\"Marketing Consultant Simple Resume\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/marketing-consultant-simple-resume-f2dab1f9-07e0-4ae9-a365-fcf6606d7657\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Set proper margins <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Setting proper margins in resumes prevents it from feeling cluttered. As part of good design principles, white space allows the reader&#8217;s eye to navigate easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most resume templates offer pre-set margins (the standard is 1 inch on all sides).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To set margins, go to the Layout tab and then click Margins. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"626\" src=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/margins-microsoft-word-1024x626.png\" alt=\"margins microsoft word\" class=\"wp-image-87620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/margins-microsoft-word-1024x626.png 1024w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/margins-microsoft-word-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/margins-microsoft-word-768x469.png 768w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/margins-microsoft-word-730x446.png 730w, https:\/\/venngage-wordpress.s3.amazonaws.com\/uploads\/2024\/04\/margins-microsoft-word.png 1529w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><strong>Use bullets and numbered lists <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring managers generally have limited time and too many resumes to review. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of making their life difficult, use bullet points and numbered lists to present your skills and experience in an&nbsp;easy-to-digest&nbsp;format.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/yellow-simple-resume-3b147ae2-c7a1-4e4a-b3c6-dbc554db1519\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/thumbnails.venngage.com\/template\/3b147ae2-c7a1-4e4a-b3c6-dbc554db1519.png\" alt=\"Yellow Simple Resume\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<center><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/templates\/resumes\/yellow-simple-resume-3b147ae2-c7a1-4e4a-b3c6-dbc554db1519\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><button class=\"btn-cta\"><b>CREATE THIS TEMPLATE<\/b><\/button><\/a><\/center>&nbsp;\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Utilize Word&#8217;s built-in design tools to your advantage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want extra tips on how to make your resume more appealing?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Apply emphasis to certain words or keywords on your resume using bold text, italics, or underlining to draw attention. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Insert subtle borders or lines to separate sections on your resume visually.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Proofread and apply final touches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve finished creating your resume, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobillico.com\/blog\/en\/mastering-the-art-of-resume-writing-dos-and-donts-for-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">remember to proofread it<\/a> for typos or grammatical errors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even a small mistake can create a negative first impression and cost you big.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One method to ensure your resume has no typos is to use Word&#8217;s built-in spellcheck. But to be safe, I recommend getting a third party to read your resume.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you&#8217;re ready to print your resume, go to File &gt; Print. Before you hit print, inspect the preview of how your resume will appear on paper. 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