How to Pass the ATS Scan in 2026
1. Optimize for Keywords
75% of resumes are rejected because they don't contain the exact keywords from the job description. Our tool highlights exactly which Hard Skills (e.g., React, Python) and Soft Skills (e.g., Leadership) you are missing.
2. Use Standard Formatting
Fancy designs often fail. ATS software struggles with double columns, text boxes, and images. Stick to standard clean layouts with clear headers like "Experience" and "Education" to ensure your content is parsed correctly.
3. Quantify Your Impact
Don't just list duties. Use Google's "XYZ Formula": "Accomplished [X] as measured by [Y], by doing [Z]". Our scanner checks your bullet points for numbers and metrics to ensure you are proving your value.
What our AI Scanner Checks:
- ATS Parsability (PDF/DOCX)
- Keyword Match Rate
- Hard vs Soft Skills
- Formatting & Layout
- Contact Info Detection
- Section Header Standards
- Quantified Metric Count
- Readability Score
- Active Voice Usage
- Spelling & Grammar