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How to Fax from Mac Devices?

Send and receive fax from Mac, MacBook Pro, iMac OS X

How to send fax from Mac?

No matter you have MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, iMac, or Mac mini, you can easily receive and send fax from Mac running any version of OS X without the need to have a fax modem or fax server. You just need to make surer you Mac device is connected to the internet and leave the rest to the FAX.PLUS. The FAX.PLUS web app enables you to receive and send fax from Mac on anytime and from anywhere.

  1. Delete these steps: Sign up for free to create an account with FAX.PLUS.
  2. Go to Send Fax tab on your account Dashboard.
  3. Click on Add File to scan or attach your documents.
  4. Add your recipient’s fax number including the area code. Example: +16692001010.
  5. Send your fax right away.

How to send fax from Mac productivity apps, including pages, Numbers, and Keynote?

If you are using the Apple's productivity apps, including Pages, Numbers and Keynote, and looking for a way to fax your documents from these apps, we've got a solution for you. If you are using Google products on your macOS device, utilize the Google fax feature and send fax securely from Google applications.There are 2 different ways to send your created documents as a fax from Pages, Numbers, and Keynote: You can either export your project as a PDF file and fax the file using the FAX.PLUS web app, or follow these steps and send fax directly from those OS X applications:

  1. Open the Numbers app on your Mac device (The process is the same for Keynote and Pages).
  2. Make sure your project is finished and it's ready to be faxed.
  3. On the top menu, click on the Share followed by the Send a Copy and choose Mail from the list.
  4. The default Mail app of the Mac is opened and your document is attached to a new mail automatically.
  5. Now, in the To field, type the destination fax number followed by the @fax.plus (+16692001010@fax.plus).
    6. Hit the Send and your document will be faxed immediately (Make sure to use the same email address as associated with your FAX.PLUS account)

So, with FAX.PLUS, the secure HIPAA compliant fax service, you can easily send fax from Mac devices running any version of Mac OS X, including Yosemite, El Capitan, Sierra, and High Sierra, and there is also the option to send fax from Numbers, Pages, and Keynotes using the FAX.PLUS email to fax feature. While the option to send fax from MacBook Pro and other Mac devices is free (with the limit of 10 page), you need to upgrade your plan to be able to receive fax as well.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is FAX.PLUS compatible with MacBooks for sending faxes?

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Yes, FAX.PLUS is fully compatible with MacBooks. You can easily send faxes from your MacBook using the FAX.PLUS  web application without the need for any additional software installations. Simply log in to your FAX.PLUS account, upload your document, and send it as a fax right from your MacBook.

Is there a limit to the number of pages I can fax from my MacBook using FAX.PLUS?

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FAX.PLUS offers flexible options for faxing from your MacBook. While there can be limits depending on your subscription plan, you can typically send a specified number of pages each month, such as 10 pages per month with Free plan. If you have larger faxing needs, you can explore different subscription tiers to accommodate your requirements. Additionally, FAX.PLUS allows you to easily upgrade your plan or purchase additional pages if you reach your limit, ensuring you can fax as many pages as you need without interruptions. Learn more about pages per month.

What file formats are supported when sending faxes with FAX.PLUS on a MacBook?

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FAX.PLUS supports a wide range of file formats, making it easy to send your documents as faxes from your MacBook. You can send documents in PDF, DOC, DOCX, PNG, JPG, TIFF, and . Simply upload your document in one of these supported formats, and FAX.PLUS will take care of the rest, ensuring a smooth fax transmission.