Why Professional Cover Letter Formatting Important

Posted by Bowral Resume on 3 Aug 2025

If you’re the process of applying for a job a well-written resume and cover letter are crucial. However, just having great content doesn’t suffice. The structure for your resume is just as important as the content itself. A cover letter that is poorly formatted can leave a bad impression on the manager who is hiring, while a well-formatted one will make your application stand out from the competition. In this article, we’ll discuss the important aspects of cover letter formatting, and then discuss why it could be beneficial to have professionals such as Bowral Resume handle the formatting for you.

In the beginning, let’s discuss the do’s of formatting your cover letters.

  1. Make sure you use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial as well as Calibri are all excellent choices. Avoid using overly fancy or difficult-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font, font size, and formatting for the covering letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Utilize single, or 1.15 line spacing and allow sufficient white space in between the paragraphs to make the letter easier to understand.
  4. Do include your contact information near the beginning of the letters. Include your name, address as well as your phone number and email.
  5. Do personalize the letter. The name of the manager you’re hiring as much as you can, and customize your letter to the position and company you’re applying to.

Let’s discuss the rules of cover letter formatting.

  1. Do not use a template. Each cover letter should be original and tailored to the specific position and organization you’re applying to.
  2. Don’t go over one page. Keep your letter short and to the main point.
  3. Don’t use overly fancy formatting. Keep it simple and professional layout.
  4. Do not forget to proofread. Double-check for spelling and grammar mistakes before you send the letter.
  5. Don’t forget to acknowledge the letter.

While it’s important to be aware of the structure the cover letter you write, it can be laborious and difficult to complete it yourself. That’s where professional resume writing services like Bowral Resume comes in. Our team of professionals knows how to format a cover letter that will help you stand out from the competition. We’ll handle the formatting so that you can concentrate on the content in your cover letter.

In addition, our staff can help you tailor your letter of cover to the particular job and the company the job you’re applying to. Additionally, we’ll look for spelling and grammar mistakes and make sure that your letter is clear easily read.

In the end, a properly formatted cover letter can be it’s worth in your career search. By adhering to the do’s & don’ts of cover letter formatting and perhaps hiring a professional company like Bowral Resume to handle the formatting for you then you’ll be on your way to writing a cover letter that makes you stand out from your competition. Do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 202 475 or use the contact form to contact us if you have any questions.

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