Analysis Help

Master the ATScore analysis engine. Learn how to interpret your scores, understand keyword matching, and optimize your resume for maximum ATS compatibility.

Understanding Your Score

Learn what your ATS compatibility score means and how it's calculated

Score Range

90-100%Excellent

Strong match with job requirements. High probability of passing ATS screening.

70-89%Good

Decent alignment. Can improve by adding missing keywords.

Below 70%Needs Work

Significant gaps. Follow our recommendations to improve match.

What Affects Your Score

Keyword Match (40%)

How well job terms appear in your resume

Experience Relevance (30%)

Years and skills match requirements

Format & Structure (30%)

Readability and ATS compatibility

Score Interpretation

Your score is:

• Not a guarantee of interviews
• Relative to this job posting only
• Based on ATS best practices
• One of many factors in hiring

Even a 100% score is only the first step. After ATS screening, human recruiters evaluate your actual qualifications.

How Keywords Work

The science behind matching your resume to job descriptions

How We Extract Keywords

ATScore analyzes the job description to identify critical terms

1. Primary Skills

Technical tools and programming languages explicitly mentioned

Example: "Python", "AWS", "React", "Data Analysis"

2. Soft Skills

Communication and behavioral competencies

Example: "Leadership", "Problem-solving", "Team collaboration"

3. Domain Terms

Industry-specific jargon and certifications

Example: "Agile", "CI/CD", "Machine Learning", "HIPAA"

4. Experience Markers

Years of experience and achievement metrics

Example: "5+ years", "increased sales by 50%", "managed teams"

Improving Your Score

Actionable strategies to boost your ATS compatibility

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Using Wrong Keywords

Using synonyms or industry jargon from different fields

Example: Saying "Python programmer" when the job asks for "Python developer" — use their exact terminology

Keyword Stuffing

Adding keywords unnaturally or repeatedly

Example: "Python Python Python expert in Python" — integrate keywords naturally into descriptions

Ignoring Required Skills

Focusing only on "nice-to-have" skills

Example: Missing a core requirement because you don't have 100% of experience — include what you do have

Poor Formatting

Using complex layouts or graphics

Example: Fancy templates often break in ATS systems — stick to simple, clean designs

Generic Descriptions

Vague achievements without metrics or context

Example: "Responsible for sales" vs. "Increased sales by 35% through targeted outreach"

Outdated Information

Using old skills or not updating work history

Example: Missing recent certifications or tech stacks — keep your resume current for relevance

Quick Tips for Immediate Improvement

Immediate Actions

• Review our recommendations and implement the top 3
• Copy missing job keywords into your resume
• Fix formatting issues (convert to PDF)
• Quantify at least 3 achievements
• Re-run analysis in 5 minutes to see improvements

Long-term Optimization

• Create a master resume with all skills
• Tailor for each job application
• Update regularly with recent achievements
• Test different keyword variations
• Track scores across multiple job postings