Most resume PDFs ship with weak defaults. That is easy to fix.
The three fields to fix first
Title
Use your name plus target role.
Author
Use your real name.
Keywords
Add a short list of role-relevant terms you actually use.
Quick examples
| Field | Better value |
|---|---|
| Title | Jane Doe - Senior Data Analyst Resume |
| Author | Jane Doe |
| Keywords | SQL, Tableau, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management |
Mistakes to avoid
- generic titles
- wrong author value from export software
- spammy keyword stuffing
Final takeaway
Fixing these fields is one of the fastest polish improvements you can make before sending a PDF resume.
Related Rezoomed tools
- Resume Metadata Enhancer - Audit hidden PDF metadata fields and export a cleaner recruiter-ready file.
- ATS Checker - Check structure, keywords, and readability before sending the updated PDF.