# ATS-Friendly Resume Templates That Recruiters Can Read
> The best ATS-friendly resume template is simple, structured, and filled with relevant content. Cresumely combines professional templates with AI tailoring so format and content work together.
**URL:** https://www.cresumely.com/ats-friendly-resume-template
**Category:** guide
## ATS template rules
Templates should avoid:

- Multi-column layouts that confuse parsers
- Graphics, icons, or text in images for core content
- Unusual section names (use Experience, Education, Skills)
- Headers and footers with critical information

## Cresumely templates
Our templates—including Classic, Professional, and Modern—are designed for clarity. Content is tailored per job, then exported to PDF with consistent formatting.
## Benefits

- Templates built for ATS parseability
- Professional appearance for human reviewers
- Tailored content, not blank templates
- PDF export ready to submit
## FAQ

### Are creative resume templates bad for ATS?

Highly designed templates often sacrifice parseability. For corporate applications, prefer clean layouts with strong content.
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