What is meant by E-mail attachments?
Email attachments are files or documents that are appended to an email message. They serve to share additional information, images, documents, or other files with the recipient of an email.
Typical functions of software in the area of "Email Attachments":
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Adding and removing attachments:
- Ability to attach files directly to an email or remove existing attachments.
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Supporting file formats:
- Support for a variety of file formats such as PDF, DOCX, XLSX, JPG, PNG, etc., to send different types of documents or media as attachments.
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Managing size limitations:
- Management of maximum file sizes for attachments according to email server settings or company policies.
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Attachment preview:
- Preview of attached files within the email view without needing to download them.
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Encryption and security:
- Ensuring encryption of sensitive attachments for secure exchange of confidential information.
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Automatic saving and archiving:
- Automatic saving or archiving of attachments for future reference or legal requirements.
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Search and sort functions:
- Search and sorting capabilities for attachments based on filename, size, date, etc., to enhance discoverability.