How Do I Write an ASCII Resume?

Creating an ASCII version of your resume is simple. First of all, you type your resume in your favorite word-processing program (such as Microsoft Word or Corel WordPerfect). Then, you save your finished resume as a text-only document. In Microsoft Word, for example, you select the "Save As" command under the "File" menu. Next, you choose the "Text Only" option under the "Save as type:" drop down box. Click the "Save" button to save the document.



You may also create the ASCII version of your resume in a simple text editing program such as Microsoft Notepad (which comes with Windows 3.1 and Windows 95/98).

Since your resume will appear as ASCII text, it will not recognize any special characters or formatting. Bold, italic, underline, etc... will NOT appear in a text-only document. Also, you must use spaces instead of tabs. Make sure you hit the ENTER key where you want lines to word wrap. Normal word wrapping will not work correctly in an ASCII text only document.