The significance of formatting your Cover Letter Writing

Posted by Horsham Resume on 23 Apr 2026

If you’re applying for jobs, having a professional resume and cover letter are crucial. However, simply having good content isn’t enough. The structure that you write your letter in is as important as the content. A poorly-formatted cover letter can make a bad impression on your hiring manager, while a well-formatted one can make your company stand out from the other applicants. In this article, we’ll cover the important aspects of the formatting of your cover letter, and discuss why it may be beneficial to have professionals such as Horsham Resume handle the formatting for you.

Let’s start by discussing the do’s of cover letter format.

  1. Make sure you use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all good options. Beware of using too fancy or difficult to read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Use the same font size, and layout for the covering letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Make use of single lines or 1.15 line spacing, and leave ample white spaces between each paragraph to make the text easy to read.
  4. Do include your contact information at the top of the letter. Include your address, name, phone number, and email.
  5. Make sure to personalize your letter. Make use of the name of the hiring manager if possible, and tailor your letter to match the job and company you’re applying to.

Let’s discuss the dos and don’ts of cover letters formatting.

  1. Don’t make use of a template. Every cover letter needs to be original and tailored to the particular job and organization you’re applying to.
  2. Limit the letter to one page. Keep your letter short and to the main point.
  3. Don’t use overly fancy formatting. Choose a simple, professional layout.
  4. Don’t forget to proofread. Double-check spelling and grammar mistakes before you send the letter.
  5. Make sure to sign the note.

While it’s important to be aware of the format for your letter of cover, it can be laborious and difficult to complete it yourself. That’s why a professional resume writing service such as Horsham Resume comes in. Our team of experts know how to format an effective cover letter that will make you stand out among the competition. We’ll take care of the formatting, so you can concentrate on the contents in your cover letter.

In addition, our staff will assist you in adjusting your cover letter to match the job{ and company|| and the company| or company} which you’re applying. We’ll also check for grammar and spelling errors as well as ensure your cover letter is succinct in its writing and simple to understand.

In the end, a well-formatted cover letter can make all you stand out in the job hunt. By following the do’s and don’ts of cover letter formatting and possibly hiring a professional like Horsham Resume to handle the formatting for you and you’ll be well on your way to writing a professional cover letter that can help you stand out from your competitors. Do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 648 974 or use the contact form to contact us if you have any questions.

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