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AI Cover Letters

ApplyrFlow's AI can generate personalized cover letters tailored to each job you apply for.

How It Works

The AI creates cover letters by combining:

  1. Your resume - Your experience, skills, and background
  2. The job description - Requirements and company info
  3. Match analysis - Knowing what to emphasize

The result is a professional cover letter that highlights why you're right for the role.


Generating a Cover Letter

From Job Details

  1. Open any saved job
  2. Click Generate Cover Letter
  3. (Optional) Add custom instructions:
    • "Emphasize my leadership experience"
    • "Mention my connection to the company"
    • "Keep it under 300 words"
  4. Click Generate
  5. Review and edit the result

Generation Options

OptionDescription
ToneProfessional, Conversational, Enthusiastic
LengthShort (200 words), Medium (300), Long (400+)
FocusSkills, Experience, Culture Fit
Custom NotesAny specific points to include

What the AI Includes

Standard Sections

  1. Opening - Hook and position interest
  2. Qualifications - Why you're a fit
  3. Specific examples - Relevant accomplishments
  4. Company connection - Why this company
  5. Closing - Call to action

Personalization

The AI automatically:

  • Uses the correct company name and job title
  • References specific requirements from the job
  • Pulls relevant experience from your resume
  • Addresses gaps or potential concerns

Editing Your Cover Letter

Built-in Editor

After generation:

  1. Review the draft in the editor
  2. Click any section to edit
  3. Make changes as needed
  4. Save when satisfied

What to Check

  • Company and job title are correct
  • Tone matches the company culture
  • Key qualifications are highlighted
  • No generic phrases ("dear hiring manager" if you know the name)
  • Appropriate length for the role
  • Your authentic voice comes through
Make It Yours

AI generates a strong starting point, but adding personal touches makes it memorable. Include a specific reason you're excited about THIS company.


Managing Cover Letters

Saving Cover Letters

  • Cover letters are automatically saved with their associated job
  • Access them from the job details panel
  • Download as PDF or copy text

Reusing Content

You can:

  • Copy sections from previous cover letters
  • Save template phrases for common situations
  • Create a personal "greatest hits" of strong paragraphs

Organizing

Find your cover letters:

  • By job - In each job's details panel
  • All letters - Dashboard → Documents → Cover Letters
  • Search - Search by company or keywords

Tips for Great Cover Letters

Do's

Address Gaps Proactively

If the match analysis shows you're missing something, address it: "While I haven't used [Tool] specifically, my experience with [Similar Tool] makes me confident I can quickly get up to speed."

Show Enthusiasm

Generic interest kills applications. Be specific about why you want THIS job at THIS company.

Use Numbers

Quantified accomplishments stand out: "Increased efficiency by 40%" beats "Improved processes."

Don'ts

  • Don't just repeat your resume
  • Don't use the same letter for every job
  • Don't include irrelevant personal details
  • Don't make it too long (keep it under one page)

Cover Letter Examples

Strong Opening

"When I saw [Company] is looking for a Product Manager to lead your mobile team, I immediately thought of the notification system I redesigned at [Previous Company] that increased user engagement by 45%."

Addressing a Gap

"While the role requests 7 years of experience and I have 5, I've consistently taken on senior-level responsibilities including mentoring junior developers and leading our largest client project."

Strong Closing

"I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experience scaling analytics platforms could help [Company] achieve its goal of becoming the industry leader in data visualization."


Generation Limits

Your plan includes monthly cover letter generations:

PlanLetters per Month
Free2
Pro20
PremiumUnlimited

Check your remaining generations in SettingsUsage.


Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use the cover letter as-is?

The AI creates a solid draft, but we recommend:

  • Reading it thoroughly
  • Adding personal touches
  • Checking for accuracy
  • Making it sound like you

What if I don't like the result?

Click Regenerate to get a new version, or provide different instructions. You can also edit any part manually.

Are cover letters still necessary?

Many jobs don't require them, but a strong cover letter can:

  • Set you apart from other candidates
  • Address concerns before they arise
  • Show genuine interest in the role

When optional, a good cover letter is usually worth the effort for jobs you really want.