What Is the Best Resume Font and Size?
Choose readable resume fonts and practical text sizes, keep headings clear, and check that the exported file stays legible on screen.
There is no single best font for a resume, but familiar, easy-to-read choices include Arial, Calibri, Aptos, and Georgia. Choose one and use it consistently; a clean, readable page matters more than a supposedly perfect typeface.
For body text, 10–12 points is a practical starting range, not a strict rule. Use larger text for your name and moderately larger or bold text for section headings, so readers can scan the page without losing a clear hierarchy. Keep margins and spacing wide enough to leave breathing room, rather than shrinking text just to fit more content.
A standard font does not guarantee that an applicant tracking system will parse every detail correctly, and an uncommon font does not automatically cause rejection. Rare fonts may display differently on another device, so check the exported file at normal screen size and confirm that its text can be selected; follow the employer’s requested file format. See resume formatting for readability for layout guidance, or use the Democruit Resume Builder to edit and export a resume.