How do I handle a long gap on my résumé? - 20 weeks in

I have been out of work for 11 months and worry about the gap. I have read a lot of threads here and could not find my exact situation. I am not sure how much to explain. How did you handle it on your résumé?

Keep your skills fresh and mention anything recent. It shows momentum.

I was hired after a 11-month gap. The manager said the skills test mattered more than the dates.