Ever found yourself needing to forward an email but as an attachment instead? You’re not alone.
The process of attaching one email to another can be a bit tricky, especially since it varies depending on which email service you’re using.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to attach emails to several popular email services, making your communication smoother and more efficient.
Let’s dive in and make email attachments a breeze for you.
Why Attach an Email to Another Email?
You might think attaching emails is a bit unusual, but it can be really useful. Maybe you need to delegate a task and want to include all the original information.
Or perhaps you’re gathering details for a project and want everything in one place. Whatever the reason, knowing how to attach emails can make your communication more effective.
The catch is that different email services handle this in different ways. But don’t worry – we’ll guide you through the process for several popular email providers.
How to Attach an Email in Gmail
Gmail makes it easy to attach emails without downloading them first. Just remember, Gmail has a 25MB limit for attachments. If your attachment is bigger, Gmail will automatically turn it into a Google Drive link.
#1 Using Gmail on Your Computer
- To forward emails as attachments, open Gmail and select the emails you want to attach. Click “More” and choose “Forward as attachment”. Add your recipients, write your message, and hit “Send“.
- To attach an email while replying, open the email you’re replying to and click “Reply“. Click the pop-out icon to open a new window. Now, just drag the email you want to attach from your inbox into this new window. When you’re ready, click “Send“.
#2 Using the Gmail App on Your Phone
The Gmail app doesn’t let you attach emails directly, but here’s a workaround:
- Open the email you want to attach.
- Tap the three dots menu and select “Print“.
- Choose “Save as PDF“.
- Start a new email and attach this PDF file.
- Write your message and send it.
How to Attach an Email in Outlook
Outlook lets you attach emails in different ways, depending on which version you’re using. Remember, Outlook has a 20MB limit for attachments. Let’s look at how to do this on your computer and phone.
#1 Using Outlook on Your Computer
There are two easy ways to attach emails in Outlook:
- Drag and Drop: Open the email you’re writing. Then, just drag the email you want to attach into your new message. Easy!
- Copy and Paste: Select the email you want to attach and press “Ctrl + C” to copy it. Then, in your new email, press “Ctrl + V” to paste it as an attachment.
These methods work for both the Outlook web app and Outlook 365.
#2 Using Outlook on Your Phone
Unfortunately, the Outlook mobile app doesn’t let you attach emails directly. If you need to attach an email, you’ll have to use Outlook on a computer.
Remember, whether you’re using the web app or the desktop version, the process is pretty similar. Just open your new email, find the one you want to attach, and drag it in. Or use the copy-paste method if you prefer.
How to Attach an Email in Yahoo
Yahoo doesn’t have a direct way to attach emails, but don’t worry! You can still do it with a few extra steps. Let’s look at how to do this on your computer and phone.
#1 Using Yahoo on Your Computer
- Open the email you want to attach.
- Click the dots in the top right corner and select “View Raw Message“.
- Copy all the text you see.
- Open a word processor (like Notepad or Word) and paste the text.
- Save this as a “.eml” file.
- Now, start a new email in Yahoo.
- Click “Attach File” and choose the .eml file you just made.
It might seem a bit complicated, but you’ll get the hang of it quickly!
#2 Using the Yahoo App on Your Phone
- Open the email you want to attach.
- Tap “More” in the bottom right corner.
- Choose “Print“.
- Then save it as a PDF.
- Start a new email.
- Tap “Attach File” and select the PDF you just saved.
This method turns your email into a PDF, which you can then attach to your new message.
How to Share Emails Using Apple Mail
Apple Mail doesn’t let you attach emails directly, but you can easily share them by forwarding. Here’s how to do it on your Mac and iPhone:
#1 Using Apple Mail on Your Mac
- Find the email you want to share and open it.
- Click the forward button (it usually looks like a right arrow).
- In the new email window, type in who you want to send it to.
- If you want, you can add your own message above the forwarded email.
- When you’re ready, just click “Send“.
#2 Using Apple Mail on Your iPhone
- Open the Mail app and find the email you want to share.
- Tap the reply icon (it looks like a left arrow)
- Then choose “Forward“.
- Type in the email address of the person you’re sending it to.
- Add any extra comments if you like.
- Tap “Send” and you’re done!
Remember, while you’re not technically “attaching” the email, forwarding works just as well for sharing email content. It’s simple and gets the job done!
Wrapping Up
Well, there you have it! You’ve now got the inside scoop on attaching emails across different platforms. Whether you’re a Gmail guru, an Outlook expert, a Yahoo user, or an Apple Mail aficionado, you’re equipped to share emails like a pro.
The key is to practice with your preferred email service. Soon, you’ll be attaching or forwarding emails without even thinking about it!
Why does this matter? Well, being able to share emails effectively can make your work and personal communications much smoother.
You can pass along important info, delegate tasks, or compile project details all in one neat package.
