How To Send a Fax Using Windows Fax and Scan
Faxing seems like an archaic way to communicate, but many businesses still use fax machines as a primary means of communicating, which means you may need to send a fax from time to time. Fortunately, Windows 10 has a built in fax capability called Windows Fax and Scan.
Set Up Windows Fax and Scan
Before you can begin faxing, you’ll need to connect a phone line to your computer through a fax modem and then get the Fax and Scan software activated. Here’s how to get started.
Send and Receive Faxes With Windows Fax and Scan
Afer you’ve set your computer up to send and receive faxes through Windows Fax and scan, then it’s easy to start using the software. If you choose Automatic then when calls are incoming your fax app will automatically answer the call and receive the incoming fax. If you choose Manual then you’ll need to choose Receive a Fax Now in the Windows Fax and Scan app each time you want to accept and incoming fax.
How To Send Faxes Over the Internet
If you don’t have a fax modem and don’t want to connect one to your computer, you can use a free online fax service to send faxes, too. These services general work this way: