Information Technology Reference
In-Depth Information
A file attachment is included in the body of a message (
Figure 4.7
). The
appearance of the attachment depends on the file's type and size:
■
Images generally appear unaltered, as long as Mail can preview the
format.
■
Large files are not automatically downloaded, and appear with a
dotted outline and generic download icon.
■
A file that Mail cannot display within the message body shows up as
an icon containing the file name and size.
Figure 4.7
File attachments
Large image,
not yet downloaded
Microsoft Word file
Small image
To preview or open an attachment, do the following:
1.
Tap the icon to see a full-screen preview (if Mail can read it), which
Apple calls Quick Look.
2.
In the preview, tap the Action button in the upper-right corner of the
screen. A popover lists which apps can work with the file; tap one to
