What should be on my final checklist before sending my resume?

Run through a short, fixed checklist every time, because the last-minute version is often the one with new mistakes.

Final checklist:

• Name, phone, email and location correct and tested.
• Headline and summary match this job.
• No leftover company names or terms from another application.
• Job titles, employers and dates correct and consistent.
• No typos in headings, names or the first lines of each section.
• No placeholders, brackets or sample text.
• Tense and formatting consistent.
• PDF opens, all pages show, text can be selected.
• File name is clear and professional.
• The employer's instructions, such as format or reference numbers, are followed.

Keeping this list saved means you can check each application in a few minutes, even when you are applying in a hurry.