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Online Daters - Did you know that at least 1 in 10 Americans has tried online dating? According to the Pew Research Center, more than 30 percent of people who are single and ready to mingle have turned to online dating in order to find “the one.” So what does it take to find the ultimate love connection? Read on for our tips to make the best of your online dating profile. By Dontaira Terrell  (Photo: Peter Dressel/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Picture Perfect - Your profile picture should be a well lit, recent photo of you, but please no selfies! Also, steer clear from group photos because a potential suitor doesn’t want to play "Where’s Waldo" when looking at your dating profile. You should be the main focal point of the picture. (Photo: David Jakle/Corbis)

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Less Is More - Keep your introductions short and sweet. Too much text may make eligible bachelors skip over your profile, or plain scare them away. Just think, in today’s fast-paced society, we don’t have time to sit and read through a mound of information for one particular person, especially when there are countless other options to choose from. (Photo: moodboard/Corbis)

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Spell Check - Naturally, spelling and grammatical errors can be a major turn-off because for many, your profile is similar to an online résumé. As the old saying goes, you only have one chance to make a lasting impression. Why not make it a good one? (Photo: Jamie Grill/Getty Images)

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Honesty Is the Best Policy - As we all know, telling stories in the dating world is a proven formula for disaster. Keep in mind that a solid relationship is built on honesty. Imagine if the shoe were on the other foot and someone betrayed your trust from the get-go. How would you feel? (Photo: Tim Hale Photography/Corbis)

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Be Specific - Give specifics when discussing your interests and hobbies. For example, if you are a singer, share which style of music you enjoy performing. Not only does it help others paint a better of picture of you, it adds a touch of flavor, flair and personality to your profile.  (Photo: Tetra Images/Corbis)

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Keep It Classy - Keep a positive tone in the text and images you post on your profile. Positivity sparks interests whereas negativity will have potential suitors instantly clicking neeeext!  (Photo: JLP/Jose Luis Pelaez/Corbis)

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Advice for Advice - It doesn’t hurt to ask a friend for a helping hand in fine-tuning your online presence. Let’s face it, sometimes friends know us better than we know ourselves.  (Photo: Peathegee Inc/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Update Regularly - Whether you have to set aside a Saturday morning or pencil it on your weekday calendar, always keep your profile in tiptop shape by updating your photos and text. The more active your profile is, the more attractive it will be to potential suitors. (Photo: Ariel Skelley/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Don’t Take Yourself So Seriously - Finding your Mr. Right could be just one click away. You have to be willing to be patient, go on a few bad dates, but, most important, have fun along the way!  (Photo: Michael Poehlman/Corbis)