Export Issues
SmartCV export and sharing function troubleshooting guide, containing solutions for PDF export failures, format abnormalities, sharing link issues, etc.
This page specifically addresses various SmartCV export and sharing function-related issues, helping you successfully export and share resumes.
📤 PDF Export Issues
PDF Export Failed
⚡ Quick Diagnosis
Main reasons for PDF export failure: Content format issues (40%), network problems (25%), browser issues (20%), server load (15%)
Common Error Messages
1. "Export failed, please retry"
- Usually temporary issue
- Wait 1-2 minutes before retrying
- Check network connection stability
2. "File generation timeout"
- Resume content too complex
- Image files too large
- Server processing load too high
3. "Cannot generate PDF"
- Browser compatibility issues
- Content format abnormal
- System internal error
Content-Related Issues
Check Content Format:
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Verify Required Fields
- Ensure all required fields are completed
- Check for blank required sections
- Confirm personal information completeness
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Handle Special Characters
- Remove uncommon Unicode characters
- Check copied and pasted content format
- Avoid using special symbols and emojis
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Optimize Image Content
- Ensure profile picture displays normally
- Check image file size (recommended less than 2MB)
- Verify image format (JPG/PNG)
Content Length Limits:
Recommended pages: 1-3 pages
Maximum content length:
- Personal summary: 500 characters
- Work experience: 200 characters per entry
- Project experience: 300 characters per entry
- Skills description: 100 characters per entry
Browser Compatibility Issues
Recommended Browser Settings:
Chrome (Recommended):
- Version requirement: 90+
- Enable JavaScript
- Allow pop-up windows
- Disable ad blockers
Safari (Mac Recommended):
- Version requirement: 14+
- Enable JavaScript
- Allow downloads
- Turn off reading mode
Troubleshooting Steps:
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Clean Browser
- Clear cache and cookies
- Close other tabs
- Restart browser
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Test Private Mode
- Use private/incognito mode
- Disable all extensions
- Test export function
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Change Browser
- Try using different browsers
- Compare export results
- Confirm compatibility issues
PDF Format Abnormalities
Common Format Issues
1. Text Overlap or Misalignment
Cause Analysis:
- Font rendering issues
- Template compatibility issues
- Content length exceeds expectations
Solutions:
- Switch to standard template
- Shorten overly long text content
- Adjust font size and line spacing
- Reorganize content structure
2. Images Not Displaying Clearly
Cause Analysis:
- Low original image resolution
- Excessive image compression
- Export quality setting issues
Solutions:
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Optimize Image Quality
- Use high-resolution images (recommended 300DPI)
- Ensure original images are clear
- Avoid excessive compression
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Re-upload Images
- Delete current profile picture
- Upload new high-quality images
- Adjust image size and position
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Adjust Export Settings
- Select "High Quality" export option
- Wait for complete processing time
- Verify export results
3. Page Layout Chaos
Common Symptoms:
- Content exceeds page boundaries
- Uneven section distribution
- Blank pages generated
Fix Methods:
- Adjust content length to fit page
- Rearrange section order
- Check template settings
- Delete unnecessary blank lines
Specific Template Issues
Template Compatibility Testing:
Test steps:
1. Switch to "Classic" template
2. Test export function
3. If successful, indicates template compatibility issue
4. Contact customer service to report specific template issues
Temporary Solutions:
- Use verified stable templates
- Avoid overly complex designs
- Simplify content format and style
- Export in segments then manually merge
Emergency Solution When Export Fails
When unable to normally export PDF within short time, follow this minimum available workflow:
- Use "Print" function in browser (Mac: Cmd+P; Win: Ctrl+P)
- Target select "Save as PDF" (or "Microsoft Print to PDF")
- Paper select A4, margins "Standard/Narrow", background graphics unchecked
- Preview confirms pagination and layout are correct, then click save
⚠️ Note
Emergency export is only a temporary alternative solution. It's recommended to use SmartCV official export later for best quality and font embedding effects.
🔗 Sharing Function Issues
Share Link Cannot Access
Permission Setting Issues
Check Sharing Permissions:
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Confirm Share Settings
- Enter resume editing page
- Click "Share" button
- Check permission setting status
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Verify Access Permissions
- Confirm set to "Public" or "Access via link"
- Avoid setting to "Private" status
- Check password protection settings
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Regenerate Link
- Delete existing share link
- Generate new share link
- Test new link accessibility
Permission Type Description:
Public access: Anyone can view
Link access: People with link can view
Password protected: Password required to view
Private: Only yourself can view
Link Validity Issues
Link Expiration Handling:
- Check if link is within validity period
- Confirm account subscription status is normal
- Regenerate permanent valid links
- Update sent links
Link Format Issues:
- Ensure complete link is copied
- Check for extra spaces or characters
- Avoid link truncation
- Use short link services (if needed)
Sharing Page Display Abnormalities
Page Loading Issues
Common Symptoms:
- Page displays blank
- Content loading incomplete
- Style display abnormalities
Solutions:
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Check Source Resume
- Confirm original resume displays normally
- Verify all content is complete
- Check images and format
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Regenerate Share
- Cancel current sharing
- Reset sharing permissions
- Generate new share link
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Test Different Devices
- Test access on computer
- Test access on mobile phone
- Test using different browsers
Mobile Adaptation Issues
Mobile Display Optimization:
- Ensure using responsive templates
- Test mobile phone and tablet display effects
- Adjust font size and spacing
- Optimize image display
Mobile Access Recommendations:
Best browsers:
- Safari (iOS)
- Chrome (Android)
- WeChat built-in browser
- Other mainstream mobile browsers
📄 Format Conversion Issues
Word Export Issues
Format Compatibility
Common Issues:
- Font display abnormalities
- Layout chaos
- Image position offset
Solutions:
- Use standard fonts (Arial, SimSun, etc.)
- Simplify complex layout structures
- Adjust image size and position
- Choose templates with better compatibility
File Opening Issues
Word Version Compatibility:
Supported versions:
- Microsoft Word 2016+
- WPS Office
- Google Docs
- LibreOffice Writer
File Corruption Handling:
- Re-export Word document
- Try PDF format as alternative
- Check file download integrity
- Use online format conversion tools
Image Export Issues
Image Quality Settings
Export Parameters:
- Resolution: 300DPI (high quality)
- Format: PNG (supports transparent background)
- Size: A4 standard ratio
- Color: RGB color mode
Quality Optimization:
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Adjust Export Settings
- Select "High Quality" option
- Set appropriate resolution
- Confirm color mode is correct
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Verify Original Content
- Check resume content clarity
- Ensure font size is appropriate
- Verify image quality
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Test Export Effect
- Zoom in to check details after export
- Check if text is clear
- Confirm image quality is satisfactory
📊 Export Data Issues
Data Integrity Check
Content Missing Handling
Checklist:
- Personal information complete
- Work experience complete
- Project experience complete
- Education background correct
- Skills list complete
- Contact information accurate
Data Synchronization Issues:
- Re-export after refreshing page
- Check last save time
- Confirm all modifications are saved
- Verify exported content matches editor
Version Management Issues
Version Control:
- Confirm exporting latest version
- Check modification timestamp
- Avoid concurrent editing conflicts
- Establish version backup mechanism
🔄 Batch Export Issues
Multiple Resume Export
Batch Operation Limits
Export Limits:
Free users: 5 exports per month
Paid users: Depends on subscription plan
Enterprise users: Unlimited exports
Batch Export Strategy:
- Plan export counts reasonably
- Prioritize exporting important resumes
- Consider upgrading paid plans
- Use project management features
File Management
File Naming Rules:
- Use meaningful file names
- Include date and version information
- Differentiate purposes for different positions
- Establish folder classification
Example Naming:
Zhang San_Software Engineer_2024-12-30_v1.pdf
Zhang San_Product Manager_2024-12-30_v2.pdf
Zhang San_Resume Template_General Version.pdf
🛠️ Advanced Export Settings
Custom Export Options
Page Settings
Page Margins:
- Standard margins: 2.5cm
- Compact margins: 1.5cm
- Custom margins: Adjust as needed
Page Orientation:
- Portrait (recommended): Suitable for standard resumes
- Landscape: Suitable for creative design resumes
Content Filtering
Section Selection:
- Selectively export specific sections
- Hide irrelevant content
- Adjust section order
- Customize section titles
Conditional Export:
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Set Export Conditions
- Select sections to include
- Set content filtering rules
- Confirm export scope
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Preview Export Effect
- Use preview function to check
- Confirm content meets expectations
- Adjust setting parameters
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Execute Export
- Apply settings and export
- Verify final results
- Save export setting templates
🆘 Emergency Situation Handling
Complete Export Failure
Emergency Plan:
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Immediate Backup
- Screenshot resume content
- Copy text content to document
- Save important data
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Alternative Solutions
- Use browser print function
- Manually create PDF file
- Use third-party conversion tools
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Contact Support
- Report detailed error information
- Provide resume ID and account information
- Request technical support assistance
Data Loss Risk
Preventive Measures:
- Regularly export backups
- Use multiple formats to save
- Establish local backup habits
- Regularly check file integrity
Recovery Solutions:
- Check recent export files
- Find browser cache data
- Contact customer service for data recovery assistance
- Use version history feature
📞 Getting Export Support
Preparation Before Contacting Customer Service
Necessary Information:
- Resume ID or project name
- Specific time when error occurred
- Error message screenshots
- Browser and version used
- Operating system information
- Network environment description
Self-Service Diagnostic Checklist
Pre-Export Check:
- Network connection stable
- Browser version latest
- Content format correct
- Image size appropriate
- Account permissions sufficient
Post-Export Verification:
- File download complete
- Content display correct
- Format meets expectations
- Images clear and visible
- Links accessible normally
💡 Best Practices
Related Resources
- Common Issues - Other common issues
- Technical Issues - Technical troubleshooting
- User Guide - Detailed sharing export functions
- Contact Support - Get professional technical support
Last updated: 12/30/2024 •Suggest improvements