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How to Attach Files to iPhone Emails

The context menu in iOS Mail helps you add attachments and photos

By Sam Costello Sam Costello Writer Ithaca College Sam Costello has been writing about tech since 2000. His writing has appeared in publications such as CNN.com, PC World, InfoWord, and many others. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 8, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Email Yahoo! Mail Gmail

What to Know

For photos, in body of email, tap and hold to attach file > tap arrow on right side > Insert Photo or Video > locate photo > tap Choose.To attach other files, in the body of email, long-press and select Add Attachment > select document. This article explains how to attach files to iPhone emails. Instructions apply to iOS 12. The procedure is similar for iOS 11 and iOS 10.

Attach Photos or Videos in Mail

While there's no obvious button for it, you can attach photos and videos to emails from within the Mail app. This procedure only works for photos and videos. To attach other file types, check out the next set of instructions. But if attaching a photo or video is all you need to do, follow these steps: Open the email you want to attach the photo or video to — an email you're replying to or forwarding, or a new email. In the body of the message, tap and hold the place where you want to attach the file. Tap the arrow on the right side of the Copy/Paste menu, then tap Insert Photo or Video. In the Photos app, select the photo you want to insert, then tap it to preview it. Tap Choose to select it. The photo inserts into the message as an inline image, not as an attachment. Lifewire If you can't send and receive email on your iPhone, find out what to do when your iPhone email is not working to solve the problem.

Attach Other Kinds of Files or From Other Apps

Use the Add Attachment pop-up option to add other kinds of files: In the body of the email, long-press and select Add Attachment. Select the document to attach. By default, the Recents view of your iCloud drive displays. Lifewire When you select the attachment, it's added to the message. Repeat the procedure to add additional attachments.

Use the Sharing Menu

Most apps include a sharing option that bypasses the need to create a new email and add an attachment to it. For example, if you're working on a Microsoft Word document, share the document as an attachment. That procedure (which differs by app) bundles the open document into the body of an iOS Mail message. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Transfer Files Between an iPhone and a Mac How to Send Images With iPhone Mail How to Schedule an Email on iPhone How to Attach a Photo to an Email on iPhone and iPad How to Send a New Email With iPhone Mail App How to Forward an Email as an Attachment in Outlook How to Save Contact Information From an iPhone Email How to Open Zip Files on iPad or iPhone How to Get Alerts for New Replies in a Thread with iOS Mail How to Save All Attachments From Multiple Emails Fast in OS X Mail How to Send a File Attachment With Outlook.com How to Attach a Document to an Email in Outlook How to Search Mail in iPhone Mail How to Open iPhone Email Attachments in Other Apps How to Add Rich Formatting to Text in iPhone Mail How to Fix It When Attachments Aren't Showing in Outlook Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies