Review Applications And Move Stages
Review applications, add notes, and move candidates through the hiring stages.
RecruiterHiring ManagerCompany AdminLast updated February 3, 2026
Purpose
Applications track the candidate's journey from submission to hire or decline. Stage changes coordinate who needs to act next and what data becomes visible.
This guide explains how to review application details, add notes, and move stages responsibly. It also clarifies what information is required before advancing or rejecting.
Use this page when you are reviewing candidates, coordinating interviews, or documenting decisions.
Who This Is For
RecruitersHiring ManagersCompany Admins
Prerequisites
Access to Applications and an assigned role or candidate.
Required feedback or notes ready for the next stage.
Steps
- Open Applications and select a candidate.
- Review the application timeline, notes, and documents.
- Add feedback or upload required documents.
- Use stage actions to move the candidate forward or decline.
What Happens Next
Stage changes update the timeline and notify collaborators. Some stages unlock additional candidate details or actions.
Screenshot Placeholders
Application detail
Application detail view with stage actions and notes.
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Application timeline
Timeline panel showing stage history.
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Tips
Use notes to document decisions and next steps.
Confirm stage ownership before advancing.
Troubleshooting
Symptom: I cannot move a stage.
Likely cause: Stage actions are restricted or required data is missing.
Fix: Add required notes or ask an admin to move the stage.
Likely cause: Stage actions are restricted or required data is missing.
Fix: Add required notes or ask an admin to move the stage.
Symptom: Candidate details are hidden.
Likely cause: The application has not reached the required stage.
Fix: Move to the correct review stage or request access.
Likely cause: The application has not reached the required stage.
Fix: Move to the correct review stage or request access.
Related Pages
Reference
Stage: The step in the application workflow (screen, interview, offer, hired).