Resume PDF Guide
Merge Resume and Cover Letter PDF
Some job applications ask you to upload only one file. If your resume and cover letter are separate PDFs, you can merge them into one clean document before submitting.
Combine your files quickly:
Use our free merge tool to combine your resume, cover letter, and supporting documents.
Merge PDFs NowBest order for job application PDFs
- Cover letter
- Resume or CV
- Portfolio samples, if required
- Certificates or references, if requested
How to merge resume and cover letter
- Open the Merge PDF tool.
- Upload your cover letter PDF.
- Upload your resume PDF.
- Add any supporting documents if needed.
- Download the combined PDF file.
Should you merge everything?
Only merge documents that the employer asks for. If the job portal gives separate upload fields for resume and cover letter, upload them separately. If it only allows one file, merging is usually the easiest option.
Professional tip
Name your final file clearly, such as: FirstName-LastName-Application.pdf