--Attach Files to Email

An attachment is a file that is “attached” or “added to” an email message.  When you send an email message, the file goes along with it to the recipient.

Many kinds of files can be sent as attachments.  However, you should know that the recipient must have a software program on their computer that will open (read) the attachment.  Also, the size of the attached file is important.  Try not to send files that are too large (greater than 100 KB) as it will take a long time for the recipient to download.

To attach a file to an email message depends on the email program you are using.  For exact steps, read the help files that accompany most email programs.  The steps listed below are generic.

ð        Make sure you know the name and location of the file to be attached.

ð        Compose an email message including the subject box and the recipient’s email address.

ð        Click on the attach icon, box, or select from the menu bar.  This depends on your email program.

ð        In the file attachment dialog box, select the file you want to attach.  Click on attach.

ð        If you have more than one attachment, repeat the process.

ð        Send the completed email.