Recommendations for free job-search tools - what worked for you?

I need a résumé template that passes automated screening. Any experience at all would help. A spreadsheet with dates and follow-ups worked a little. Are there tools to avoid?

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it 9 months ago, and it settled down once I kept a simple log of every call and form.

Your library may offer free access to paid learning and résumé services. Mine did.