How to crate hyperlink for file on windows mail

To create a hyperlink to a file in Windows Mail, you can follow these steps:

Method 1: Using the "Insert Hyperlink" feature

1. Open Windows Mail and compose a new email or reply to an existing one.
2. Place your cursor where you want to insert the hyperlink.
3. Click on the "Insert" menu at the top of the window.
4. Select "Hyperlink" from the drop-down menu.
5. In the "Insert Hyperlink" dialog box, enter the following information:
   • Address: Enter the path to the file you want to link to, using the following format: file:///C:/Path/To/Your/File.txt (replace C:/Path/To/Your/File.txt with the actual path to your file).
   • Text to display: Enter the text you want to display as the hyperlink (e.g., "Download my file").
   • ScreenTip: Enter a brief description of the file (optional).
6. Click "OK" to insert the hyperlink.

Method 2: Using the "Attach file" feature

1. Open Windows Mail and compose a new email or reply to an existing one.
2. Click on the "Attach file" button at the bottom of the compose window.
3. Select the file you want to link to from your computer.
4. In the "Attach file" dialog box, click on the "Insert" button.
5. In the "Insert Hyperlink" dialog box, enter the following information:
   • Address: The file path will be automatically populated.
   • Text to display: Enter the text you want to display as the hyperlink (e.g., "Download my file").
   • ScreenTip: Enter a brief description of the file (optional).
6. Click "OK" to insert the hyperlink.

In both methods, the hyperlink will be inserted in the email body, and when the recipient clicks on it, the file will be downloaded to their computer.

Note: Make sure to use the correct file path and format when creating the hyperlink, as this may affect the link's functionality.