Index resume template: how to use it, tips & FAQ
Index is best for: Analysts, finance, research and consulting roles.
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Live preview with fictional sample content, drawn by the same renderer as the builder.
What the Index layout looks like
Section labels (Profile, Experience, Education, Skills…) sit in a narrow left rail with a small accent dash; each section’s content sits to the right, separated by fine horizontal lines. The name is set in letter-spaced serif capitals.
The photo only appears if you upload one. In the builder, the Show these details? panel lets you show or hide the photo, date of birth, nationality, marital status and visa status — and that single setting applies to the preview, the PDF, the Word file and printing.
Who the Index template suits
Think twice for: Portfolio-led creative applications.
Is Index ATS-friendly?
Each section is a clearly labelled row. The Text PDF and .docx use the same labels as headings.
Whatever design you choose, the builder's Application view shows the same content as a simple one-column page, and the Text PDF and .docx downloads keep selectable text in a clear reading order. No tool can guarantee how a particular employer's system reads a file, so follow the job advert's instructions. More in our ATS-friendly resume guide.
Tips for a stronger Index resume
- Keep section content concise so rows stay tidy.
- Amber and navy accents suit Index.
- Use the optional square photo only where expected.
How to make a Index resume in 5 steps
- Open Index in the free builder — no account needed.
- Enter your details in the form, or import a JSON backup from another device.
- Click any text on the page to edit it in place; press Enter to finish or Esc to cancel.
- Check page flow with the page markers, then look at Application view for portals.
- Download a Text PDF, a Word .docx, a Design PDF or print.
Index template FAQ
What is the section rail in Index?
A narrow left column with the section labels, so readers can jump straight to what they need.
Is Index a two-column resume?
The labels sit in a rail, but each section reads left to right like a single column.
Is the Index template free?
Yes. Index is free to edit and download as a PDF or Word (.docx) file, with no sign-up and no watermark.
Can I switch from Index to another template without losing my content?
Yes. Your details are stored once and every template reads the same content, so switching designs never deletes anything. You can also undo a change.
Which file should I send to an online application portal?
Use the Text PDF or the Word (.docx) download. Both keep your content in a simple reading order with selectable text. Use the Design PDF when you email the resume directly to a person.