The importance of formatting your Cover Letter Writing

Posted by Ulladulla Resume on 27 Mar 2025

When it comes to seeking a job, a well-written resume and cover letter are essential. However, simply having good content isn’t enough. The design that you write your letter in is as crucial as the content. A poorly-formatted cover letter can leave a bad impression on the hiring manager and a properly formatted one will make your application stand out from the crowd. In this article, we’ll go over the rules and guidelines for formatting your cover letter and explain why it could be beneficial to let an experienced professional such as Ulladulla Resume handle the formatting for you.

The first thing to discuss is the rules of formatting your cover letters.

  1. Do make sure to use a professional typeface. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all great choices. Beware of using too fancy or difficult to read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Make use of the same font, size, and layout for the covering letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Use single or 1.15 line spacing, and leave plenty of white space so that the letter is easier to understand.
  4. Include your contact information at the top of the letter. This includes your address, name as well as your phone number and email address.
  5. Do personalize the letter. Include the name of the hiring manager as much as you can, and customize the letter to the specific job that you’re applying for.

Let’s get to the dos and don’ts of cover letters design.

  1. Use a sample. Every cover letter must be unique and specific to the particular job and business you’re applying to.
  2. Don’t go over one page. Make sure the letter is concise and straight to the essential.
  3. Avoid using fancy layouts. Keep it simple and professional layout.
  4. Make sure to proofread your letter. Double-check grammar and spelling mistakes prior to sending the letter.
  5. Don’t forget to sign the letter.

While it’s vital to pay attention to the format the cover letter you write, it’s difficult and time-consuming to write it yourself. This is why professional resume writing services such as Ulladulla Resume comes in. Our team of experts knows how to format a cover letter that will ensure that you stand out from your competition. We’ll take care of the formatting, so you can focus on the contents in your cover letter.

Our team will assist you in adjusting your cover letter to fit the job or company the job you’re applying to. Furthermore, we’ll check for spelling and grammar errors, and make sure your letter is clear easily read.

In the end, a well-formatted cover letter could make all it’s worth in your career search. By following the do’s and don’ts of cover letter formatting and possibly hiring a professional company like Ulladulla Resume to handle the formatting on your behalf, you’ll be on your path to creating a cover letter that can help you stand out from your competition. Don’t hesitate to call us on 1300 202 475 or use the contact form to get in touch for any queries.

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