Modern fax machines can transmit the content of a PDF file delivered to them as an attachment to an e-mail message.
To configure this service
Click File > Preferences and choose General > Fax via e-mail.
Specify an attachment format: PDF, TIFF B&W (G4) or TIFF B&W (G3).
Click the Format button to compile the settings for access to the sending fax machine – one entry commands the addition of a cover sheet, the other sends only the message and attachment. Options on the right are used for fax sending. Use Add, Remove or Modify to make adjustments. The required syntax varies, depending on the fax protocol being used -- see below.
Select Remember recipients if you want to choose existing entries from a drop-down list whenever you send a fax.
Click OK to apply your settings.
When using the MAPI protocol, the syntax is [FAX:name@number]. When using Exchange Web Service (EWS), the syntax is name@number. EWS adds the brackets and FAX. For other protocols please consult their documentation.
To fax a file via e-mail
Open the PDF file to be sent and click File > Fax via e-mail.
Specify the First Name, Last Name and fax number of the recipient. This information can be chosen from a drop-down list if Remember recipients was set as a preference.
Select or de-select Attach cover page.
Click Send to generate the fax via e-mail message. It has the transmitting fax address as recipient and the PDF file attached. Add a covering message if desired and send the message.