Convert Resume Template with Photo to PDF
Resume templates that include a headshot or profile photo require the image to come through clearly in the PDF. The Docs to PDF extension exports the resume template using Google's rendering engine, which preserves inline images at the resolution they were inserted in the document.
How photos export in resume templates
Resume templates with photos built in Google Docs export the photo at the same resolution it was inserted. A high-resolution headshot inserts and exports cleanly. A low-resolution photo will look pixelated in the PDF because the export does not upscale images. Start with a photo that is at least 300 DPI for print-quality output.
Photo positioning and wrapping
Photos in resume templates are often positioned using text wrapping or placed inside a table cell. Both approaches export correctly. If you used a circular crop effect on the photo using a third-party add-on, test the export to confirm the shape is preserved.
File size with photos
A resume template with a high-resolution photo produces a larger PDF than a text-only resume. For email attachments, aim for a PDF under 2MB. If the file is larger, compress the image in Google Docs by right-clicking the photo and selecting Crop and size, then reducing the image size before re-exporting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my headshot blurry in the exported resume PDF?
The photo was inserted at low resolution. Replace it with a higher-resolution version in the Google Doc and re-export.
Does the circular crop of a headshot come through in the PDF?
Standard Google Docs image cropping exports correctly. Some third-party add-on effects may not translate. Test the export to confirm.
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