Cover Letter
For job seekers writing a one-page letter to send with a resume. Each section has a prompt so the letter stays specific to the job instead of repeating the resume.
- Fields
- 26
- Pages
- 2
- Paper
- Letter
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What you need to fill it in
- The job title and where you found the posting
- Hiring manager's name, if you can find it
- Two or three achievements that match the job requirements, with numbers where possible
- One specific reason you want to work for this employer
What's inside
26 fields, ready to fill
- 23Typed answersnames, addresses, descriptions
- 2Dateschecked as real dates
- 1Signaturessignature and initials
6 required — the editor counts down how many are left while you fill.
Instructions
How to fill out the Cover Letter
- 1
Header
Enter your contact details, the date and the hiring manager's details. If you cannot find a name, address the team, such as "Hiring Team".
- 2
Opening
Name the job, where you saw it, and one sentence on why you are a strong fit.
- 3
Evidence
Describe two or three accomplishments tied to the job's main requirements. Use numbers where you can.
- 4
Why them
Show you know the organization: a product, mission or recent project that drew you in.
- 5
Close
Thank the reader, state your availability for an interview and sign.
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What filling it looks like
- Edit & fill, Invite to sign and Create form are three modes of the same editor
- Amounts are formula fields: they calculate as you type
- The field navigator counts what's left and jumps to the next field
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This is a general-purpose template. Check that its terms and fields match your situation and any rules that apply where you use it before you rely on it.
Written by PDFBetter and last reviewed October 15, 2026. Spotted a problem? Tell us.
Cover Letter: questions people ask
How long should a cover letter be?
Usually three to four short paragraphs on one page. Hiring managers skim, so lead with your strongest point.
Should I send it as a PDF?
Yes, unless the employer asks for another format. A PDF keeps your layout identical on every device.
Do I need to sign a cover letter?
A typed name is standard. Adding a signature image is optional and looks polished on printed letters.
Can I reuse one cover letter for every job?
Reuse the structure, not the content. Tailor the evidence and "why them" paragraphs to each posting.
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