{"id":20471,"date":"2021-01-20T11:00:53","date_gmt":"2021-01-20T16:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resumespice.com\/?p=20471"},"modified":"2024-01-16T12:40:47","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T17:40:47","slug":"is-there-a-specific-font-you-should-use-on-resumes-and-cover-letters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resumespice.com\/is-there-a-specific-font-you-should-use-on-resumes-and-cover-letters\/","title":{"rendered":"Is There a Specific Font You Should Use on Resumes and Cover Letters?"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are so many decisions to make when it comes to writing your resume and cover letter. For instance, beyond the actual details to include, how do you best format them? One critical area involves the font size. If you want to make your resume and cover letter as reader-friendly as possible<\/a>, you need to follow a few important rules. Here\u2019s a look.<\/p>\r\n

Choose the right font.<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

There are endless possibilities when it comes to fonts. However, not all are appropriate for a resume. Make sure you\u2019re using one that\u2019s professional looking and also universal, so it will open and look the same on every computer. The most common is still the old favorite: Times New Roman. Yet, there are many other options available today that are business-friendly, such as Verdana, Cambria, Calibri, and Helvetica.<\/p>\r\n

Don\u2019t make it too small.<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

One big mistake<\/a> is sizing down the font to get your resume to fit on one page. However, this means it\u2019s hard for hiring managers and recruiters to read. Instead, make sure your font size is between 10 and 12 points. It\u2019s better to have a larger font and a two-page resume instead of a cramped, hard-to-read one-page document.<\/p>\r\n

Use it consistently. <\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Another mistake is choosing several different fonts across your resume and cover letter. This, however, will lead to muddled, messy-looking text. Instead, select one font and stick with it. If you have a strong design sense, you can pair two; just make sure they don\u2019t fight each other and instead work together in harmony. This typically involves choosing one sans-serif font with a serif font.<\/p>\r\n

Format tastefully.<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Don\u2019t format every line or word with boldface or italics. Instead, focus on differentiating a few key areas to visually enhance your resume and cover letter, while also making it easier to read. This includes:<\/p>\r\n