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How to Fax Using Outlook

Quickly send a fax using Outlook and eFax.

Save time by using your existing Outlook setup and email address.

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How to Send a Fax from Outlook

In five easy steps, we’ll show you how to efficiently send faxes online from email using Outlook with eFax. It’s as simple as adding an attachment to any message!

Step 1

Compose a new email message

Open your Outlook and click on the “New E-mail” button to begin creating a new email.

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Step 2

Address your email: Who are you sending your fax to?

Enter the fax number of your recipient followed by @efaxsend.com Example: [email protected]

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Step 3

Attach the document you’re faxing as an email attachment

Upload and attach documents from your computer by clicking on the paperclip icon. These attachments will automatically be converted into fax pages for you.

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Step 4

Create a cover page

Typing a message into the body of your email will serve as a cover page to your fax. A selection of cover page templates is also provided for you to choose from.

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Step 5

Send your fax

Once you’ve completed your cover sheet and attached your fax documents, it’s time to send your fax. Click the “send” button and your secure fax will be on its way. When your fax has been sent successfully, an email confirming this will be sent to your Outlook inbox.

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How to Receive a Fax through Outlook

Receiving a fax through your Outlook is simple because it will arrive as an email attachment.

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Step 1

Just open the email and click on the attachment to see the fax.

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Step 2

Read, sign or forward your fax if desired.

Receiving faxes in Outlook is also more secure than using a fax machine. You’ll never have to worry again about sensitive faxes sitting around waiting for you to pick them up.

Best Outlook Email Fax Service

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When it comes to email, most businesses depend on Outlook to manage their communications. Outlook and eFax together form a powerhouse that can offer your company an online faxing experience that’s fast, simple and secure.

Fax Features Beyond Email

Not only does eFax provide the best fax by email experience, but it also comes with several additional features. Faxing with the mobile app, storing faxes online for as long as you have your account, and sharing files too big to send with email are some of what makes eFax the leading online fax service.

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