Attachment limit

Hello Scott,

Thank you for reaching out with your question regarding attachment size limits in Outlook.

You're asking about the maximum attachment size when sending emails using your business account in Outlook.

To clarify, the attachment size limit in Outlook varies based on the type of email account you are using:

• For Internet email accounts (like Outlook.com or Gmail), the maximum combined size for attachments is 20 megabytes (MB).
• For Microsoft Exchange Server accounts (commonly used in business environments), the default limit is typically 10 MB. However, this limit can be adjusted by your IT administrator if necessary.

If you attempt to attach files exceeding these limits, you may receive an error message indicating that the attachment size exceeds what the server allows

Here are some effectivesolutions and workarounds to manage large files:

If your attachment exceeds the size limit, a simple workaround is to upload your files to OneDrive or a similar cloud storage service and share the link in your email. This way, recipients can still access your files without needing to attach them directly to the email.

• Use Cloud Storage Services: Upload your files to a cloud service like OneDrive, Google Drive, or Dropbox, and share the link in your email. This method bypasses attachment limits entirely.
• Compress Your Files: You can reduce file sizes by compressing them into a .zip format before attaching. This may help fit within the limits if the file is only slightly over.
• Split Large Files: If a file is too large even after compression, consider splitting it into smaller parts and sending multiple emails.
• Consult Your IT Team: If you frequently need to send larger files, discuss with your IT department about increasing the attachment size limit for your Exchange account.

By employing these methods, you can effectively manage and send larger files through Outlook without running into size restrictions.

If you have any further questions or need assistance with specific steps, feel free to ask!

Please understand that our initial response may not always resolve the issue immediately. However, with your help and more detailed information, we can work together to find a solution.

Appreciate your patience and understanding and thank you for your time and cooperation. Have a great day!

Let me know how it goes! Thank you for being part of the Microsoft Community.

Sincerely,

Microsoft Community Moderator