There are two different ways to send a fax: using a fax machine or an online fax service.
If you have a physical fax machine, you will need to connect it to a phone line to send your fax. Make sure that the fax machine has the correct paper and ink.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to send a fax using a fax machine.
- Find a fax machine. Many libraries, copy shops, and office supply stores have public fax machines that you can use. You can also buy your own multifunctional printer that has 4-in-1 features: fax, scan, print, and copy.
- Dial the number you want to send your fax to. Enter the area code first, followed by the seven-digit number. If you’re sending a long-distance fax, you may need to enter the country code like +44 (United Kingdom) before the area code.
- Place your document in the fax machine’s document feeder tray. Make sure that the document is placed correctly in the machine to avoid paper jams.
- Press the “Send” button on the fax machine. You should hear the machine dialing the number you entered. Once the connection has been made, your document will begin transmitting.
- Wait for the transmission to complete. This usually takes just a few minutes, depending on the strength of your connection and the quality of your document. Once it’s finished, you should see a confirmation message on the screen of the fax machine.
Companies have been relying on fax machines for business communications for many years. However, with the advent of email and other digital communication tools, the fax machine has become increasingly obsolete.
Sending a fax is still a common business practice in some industries, and fortunately, you don’t have to invest in bulky machines to get started.
Online fax services are convenient options for anyone who needs to send a fax. It’s more environmentally friendly and cost-efficient because you’re doing it online and paperless.
You also don’t need to spend on other recurring costs such as ink, paper, toner, and a dedicated telephone line network.