How to email a folder

You can't directly "email a folder" in the classical sense, as folders are a file system concept and emails are a messaging concept. However, there are a few ways to share a folder or its contents via email:

  1. Zip the folder and attach it to an email: You can compress the folder using a tool like WinZip, 7-Zip, or the built-in zip utility on your operating system. Then, attach the zipped folder to an email.
  2. Use a cloud storage service: Services like Google Drive, Dropbox, or Microsoft OneDrive allow you to share folders or files via email. You can upload the folder to your cloud storage account, generate a shareable link, and send that link to the recipient via email.
  3. Use a file-sharing service: Services like WeTransfer, File.io, or SendSpace allow you to upload files or folders and share them via email. You can upload the folder, generate a shareable link, and send that link to the recipient via email.
  4. Use a plugin or add-on: Some email clients, like Mozilla Thunderbird or Microsoft Outlook, have plugins or add-ons that allow you to attach folders or files directly to an email.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to zip a folder and attach it to an email:

Windows:

  1. Right-click on the folder you want to share and select "Send to" > "Compressed (zipped) folder".
  2. Name the zipped folder and choose a location to save it.
  3. Open your email client and compose a new email.
  4. Attach the zipped folder to the email by clicking on the "Attach file" or "Paperclip" icon.
  5. Enter the recipient's email address and any additional information you want to include.
  6. Send the email.

Mac:

  1. Right-click on the folder you want to share and select "Compress [folder name]".
  2. Name the zipped folder and choose a location to save it.
  3. Open your email client and compose a new email.
  4. Attach the zipped folder to the email by clicking on the "Attach file" or "Paperclip" icon.
  5. Enter the recipient's email address and any additional information you want to include.
  6. Send the email.

Remember to check the file size and email attachment limits before sending a large folder via email.