Microsoft Word is a perfect application for designing documents, including resumes. If you want to create your own resume in Word, you have two options. The first is create the design from scratch, adding text, images, colors and formatting to all content yourself. This method isn’t impossible, but it does require a significant investment of time on your part, especially if you’re looking for professional-looking results.
Therefore, it is best if you opt for the second method: the Using a resume template. With a template, you don’t have to worry about the design. Actually, all you have to do is fill in the various predefined text fields. To get started, open Word and click on the Welcome screen More templates.
More templates in Word
Use the search engine to find resume templates available online. We recommend that you use the search text CV to be used for the search to be effective.
Search for resume templates
Choose the design you like the most. Spend some time looking at all the options, as there are many. Once you’ve made your decision, double-click one of them. In the pop-up window you can see an example in a slightly larger form. If you like it, click Createto start editing.
Create documents from templates
users with one Linkedin-Profile can use it to autofill most fields. If that’s the case for you, just click Get started.
Create a CV from your Linkedin profile
Of course, it is also possible to edit the syllabus manually. Select each field to replace its content with the text that best suits your needs.
Change data in the CV
When you’ve finished the document, save your changes. It is highly recommended to keep a copy in Word for any future changes and another in PDF to send the CV and print it more easily.