The Writer's Handbook
Writing Cover Letters
Use the following links to learn more about writing cover letters.
How to format a cover letter
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Type each letter individually, or use a word processor.
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Use good quality bond paper.
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Whenever possible, address each employer by name and title.
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Each letter should be grammatically correct, properly punctuated, and perfectly spelled. It also should be immaculately clean and free of errors. Proofread carefully!
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Use conventional business correspondence form. If you are not certain of how to do this, ask for help at the Writing Center.