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Learn how to use the CVGist Power User Extension to rapidly create tailored resumes for dozens of job postings in minutes. Complete guide with video walkthrough and step-by-step instructions.

January 21, 2025
CVGist Team
3 min read

The CVGist Power User Extension is designed for serious job seekers who are applying to multiple positions simultaneously. If you've ever had 50+ job posting tabs open and felt overwhelmed, this tool is for you.

What is the Power User Extension?

A Chrome extension that allows you to:

  1. Generate resumes for all your open job tabs - Turn 100+ job postings into tailored resumes in minutes
  2. Create LinkedIn-optimized resumes - Generate a resume tailored to your LinkedIn profile
  3. Select specific jobs - Choose which tabs to process with an intuitive checkbox interface
  4. Track progress - Real-time feedback as resumes are generated
Available in the Chrome Web Store

Video Walkthrough

Installation

Available in the Chrome Web Store

Install from Chrome Web Store

How to Use: Step-by-Step Guide

Method 1: Generate Resumes from Open Job Tabs

Step 1: Open Job Postings in Tabs

Screenshot: Multiple job posting tabs open in Chrome

Browse job boards (LinkedIn, Indeed, Glassdoor, etc.) and open interesting positions in new tabs. Don't worry about the number - the extension handles 100+ tabs easily.

Pro Tip: Use Cmd + Click (Mac) or Ctrl + Click (Windows) to open links in background tabs without leaving the search page.

Step 2: Click the Extension Icon

Screenshot: CVGist extension icon in Chrome toolbar

Click the CVGist icon in your Chrome toolbar. You'll see a clean popup showing:

  • Number of open tabs detected
  • A "Generate" button
  • A help icon (you're reading that page now!)

Step 3: Click "Generate"

Screenshot: Extension popup with Generate button

Click the Generate button. The extension will:

  1. Collect all your job posting tabs
  2. Open the CVGist dashboard (or focus it if already open)
  3. Automatically show the Power User dialog

Note: If you're not logged in, you'll be prompted to sign in first.

Step 4: Select Jobs (Optional)

Screenshot: Power User dialog with checkboxes

The Power User Mode dialog appears with:

  • All tabs pre-selected with checkboxes
  • Tab titles and URLs for easy identification
  • "Select All" / "Deselect All" toggle at the top
  • Count of selected jobs

Uncheck any tabs you don't want to process (like non-job tabs that were open).

Step 5: Generate Resumes

Screenshot: Generate button in dialog

Click the "Generate X Resumes" button at the bottom. The extension will:

  1. Extract job description content from each selected tab
  2. Send the data to CVGist's AI engine
  3. Generate tailored resumes for each position
  4. Show real-time progress as each resume is created

Step 6: Download Your Resumes

Screenshot: Generated resumes in dashboard

Once generation is complete:

  • Resumes appear in your CVGist dashboard
  • Each resume is named after the job title and company
  • Download individually or as a ZIP file
  • Edit any resume before downloading if needed

Method 2: Generate Resume from LinkedIn Profile

(Coming in v1.1)

  1. Navigate to your LinkedIn profile page
  2. Click the CVGist extension icon
  3. Click "Generate LinkedIn Resume"
  4. The extension extracts your profile data
  5. Generates a professionally formatted resume based on your LinkedIn

This is perfect for:

  • Creating a baseline resume from your existing profile
  • Maintaining consistency between LinkedIn and resume
  • Quick resume creation for networking events