The reason professional cover letter formatting Matters

Posted by Horsham Resume on 5 Nov 2025

When seeking a job, well-written resumes and cover letter are essential. But, having good content isn’t enough. The structure that you write your letter in is just as important as the content. A poorly-formatted cover letter can leave a bad impression on your hiring manager, while a well-formatted one can make your application stand out from the crowd. In this article, we’ll go over the rules and guidelines for cover letter formatting, and also discuss the reasons why it might be beneficial to let an experienced professional such as Horsham Resume handle the formatting for you.

Let’s start by discussing the essentials of formatting a cover letter.

  1. Do make sure to use a professional typeface. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all excellent choices. Avoid using overly fancy or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Make use of the same font, font size, and formatting for the covering letter.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Utilize single, or 1.15 line spacing, and leave plenty of white space to make your letter easy to read.
  4. Include your contact details near the beginning of the letters. Include your address, name as well as your phone number and email.
  5. Personalize the letter. Make use of the name of the hiring manager if possible, and tailor your letter to match the position and company which you’re applying.

Now, let’s discuss the essentials of cover letter formatting.

  1. Don’t use a template. Every cover letter needs to be unique and specific to the job you’re applying for and the business you’re applying to.
  2. Don’t exceed one page. Keep the letter concise and to the point.
  3. Do not use fancy formatting. Use a simple, professional layout.
  4. Don’t forget to proofread. Double-check grammar and spelling mistakes before you send the letter.
  5. Make sure to sign the letter.

While it’s important to pay attention to the format the cover letter you write, it can be difficult and time-consuming to write it yourself. That’s where professional resume writing services like Horsham Resume comes in. Our team of experts knows how to format a cover letter that will make you stand out among the other applicants. We’ll take care of the formatting, so you can concentrate on the content that you want to convey in the cover letter.

In addition, our team can assist you in tailoring your cover letter to match the job the job you’re applying to. In addition, we’ll review for spelling and grammar mistakes and ensure that your letter is clear as well as easy for readers to comprehend.

A well-written cover letter can make all the difference in your job search. By adhering to the do’s and nots of the format of your cover letter and perhaps hiring a professional service like Horsham Resume to handle the formatting on your behalf and you’ll be well on your way to writing a professional cover letter that makes you stand out among the competition. Do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 648 974 or use the contact form to contact us for any queries.

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