Glossary

Parseability

How well an ATS parser can extract structured fields from a resume.

Definition

The degree to which an ATS parser can correctly extract structured fields (name, email, phone, work experience, education, skills) from a resume. Single-column layouts, standard headings, and real text (not images) all improve parseability.

Related terms

  • ATS (Applicant Tracking System) — Software used by employers to receive, parse, store, and filter job applications before any human review.
  • ATS Score — Heuristic measure of how well a resume will be parsed and matched by an Applicant Tracking System.

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