ApplySmart AI offers two powerful ways to create professional resumes. Choose the method that works best for your needs:
Method 1: AI-Generated Resume
Create a completely new, tailored resume using AI based on your profile and job requirements.
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Navigate to Resumes Page
Go to the Resumes page and click the "+ Create New" button to start the AI generation process.
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Enter Job Information
Fill in the target position (e.g., "Senior Software Engineer") and target company (e.g., "Google, Microsoft, etc.").
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Provide Job Description
You can either paste a job posting URL (we'll extract the description automatically) or copy and paste the complete job description text directly.
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Choose Template
Select from 10 professional templates across three tiers: Free tier includes Basic Professional and Simple; Premium tier includes Modern Tech, Creative Professional, Professional Concise, and Academic Professional; Pro tier includes Executive Suite, Technical Leadership, Executive Impact, and Elite Professional. Our AI will recommend the best template based on the job role and your subscription tier.
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Generate Resume
Click "Generate Resume" and our AI will analyze your profile, the job requirements, and create a tailored resume that highlights your most relevant experience and skills.
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Review and Download
Review the generated resume, make any edits if needed, and download as a professional PDF or save to your account.
AI-generated resumes are tailored to specific job requirements, include relevant keywords, and highlight your most applicable experience for each position.
Method 2: Upload Existing Resume
Upload your existing resume to analyze, optimize, and enhance it with AI-powered suggestions.
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Go to Resumes Page
Navigate to the Resumes page and click the "Import Resume" button to upload your existing resume file.
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Upload PDF File
Upload your resume as a PDF file (maximum 10MB). Our system will validate that it's a proper resume document.
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AI Analysis
Our AI analyzes your resume, extracts key information, and provides optimization suggestions.
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Review Extracted Data
Review the extracted information (experience, education, skills) and make any necessary corrections.
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Save to Your Account
Save the analyzed resume to your account for future use and optimization.
Uploading existing resumes allows you to preserve your current format while getting AI-powered analysis and optimization suggestions for improvement.
Which Method Should You Choose?
Choose AI-Generated When:
- You want a completely new resume
- You need to tailor your resume for a specific job
- You want to highlight different aspects of your experience
- You're changing career paths or industries
- You want the latest resume formatting and trends
Choose Upload When:
- You have an existing resume you want to improve
- You want to preserve your current format and style
- You need AI analysis and optimization suggestions
- You want to digitize a paper resume
- You're looking for specific improvement recommendations
• For best results: Ensure your profile is complete with work experience, education, and skills
• Job descriptions: The more detailed the job description, the better your AI-generated resume will be
• Multiple versions: Create different versions of your resume for different types of positions
• Regular updates: Keep your profile updated to get the most relevant AI suggestions