November 27, 2015 | Matt Gerchow | Leave a comment Many people still use fax as a method of a business communication, which is why it is important to know how to send a fax, not only how to receive one. There are three methods of sending a fax message – using a fax machine, using a computer or using an online fax service (which can be done from a computer or from a smartphone).Sending a Fax using a Fax MachineSending a Fax using a ComputerSending a Fax using Online Faxing ServicesMethod 1: Sending a Fax using a Fax MachineBefore you are able to send a fax using a fax machine, you need to make sure the fax machine is fully set up and connected to the landline – you can read more about setting up a fax machine here.To send a fax with your fax machine you will need to do the following:Place the document to be sent into your document feeder face up (there is an icon showing you the right sideEnter the fax number you are sending to, including any international dialing codes if you're sending a message outside of your country (list of dialing codes can be seen here)Press Send button (or Start, or Go, depending on the model used)Wait for the fax to be transmitted to the receiverWait for the confirmation page – you want to make sure your fax reached the recipientMethod 2: Sending a Fax using a ComputerMost fax machines allow you to send digital documents while connected to a PC. Make sure the the fax machine is connected and that you have a faxing suite that supports your model of fax machine installed.Open the faxing suite connected to your fax machineFind and select the document you want faxedPrepare a cover pageSelect the Fax option (or Send or Go, depending on suite)Enter the fax number you are sending toWait for the document to be sentWait for the confirmation messageMethod 3: Online Faxing ServicesOnline fax services can be used from a Computer, but they can also be used as one of the methods of sending fax messages from a smartphone.Open the program for the Online Fax Service you are using, or log in to their web serviceSelect the document you wish to sendEnter the fax number you are sending toPress Send (or Fax or Go)Wait for the document to finish sendingWait for the confirmation messageMatt GerchowMatt Gerchow is an author, marketer, inventor, husband, father and yoga enthusiast. He enjoys travel to distant lands , fine wine, time with his family and dinner with friends.