Free browser diagnostic · US Letter & A4 page estimator · No sign-up
Check your resume word count, bullet length, and page density.
Measure total word count, average words per experience bullet, quantified bullet ratio, and estimated page length across US Letter (US & Canada) and A4 (UK, Ireland, Europe, and India).
1. Select your target job market & paper size
United States & Canada (US Letter, 8.5 × 11 in, 1–2 pages)
Target benchmark for US & Canada: 380–750 words (1 US Letter page for under 8 years of experience; up to 2 pages for senior, technical, or federal/academic roles)
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Paste your resume above or click “Try an example (US & Canada)” to inspect word count, bullet length, quantification rate, and estimated US Letter vs A4 page count.
How page estimation and bullet density work
This checker counts words, lines, and bullet markers directly in your browser. It estimates page length using typical single-column typography (~425 words per US Letter page and ~450 words per A4 page). Actual page breaks depend on your template’s margins, font family, section spacing, and multi-column arrangement.
To see exact pixel-for-pixel page breaks on US Letter or A4 before you apply, open your draft in the Guul editor. Building and previewing are free; exporting a finished PDF or Word (.docx) file requires a paid pass such as One Resume or Pro Monthly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many words should a resume or CV be?
For most roles, 380 to 750 words fits cleanly on a 1-page US Letter resume or a 1-to-2 page A4 CV. In the UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and India (for experienced professionals), a well-structured 2-page A4 CV of 450 to 850 words is standard.
Why does bullet length matter on a resume?
Bullets under 6 words usually name a task without explaining how you did it or what changed. Bullets over 32 words wrap into 3 or 4 dense lines that are hard to scan quickly. Aim for 14 to 28 words per bullet.
Why does US Letter vs A4 change the estimated page count?
US Letter (8.5 × 11 inches) is slightly wider and shorter than international A4 (210 × 297 mm). An A4 page holds roughly 5% to 7% more vertical lines at the same font size and margin settings.