# Send Fax with List Item attachment

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/fax-activities/send-fax-list-attachment/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/fax-activities/send-fax-list-attachment/)
Product: Virto Workflow Automation Web Part
Updated: 2026-08-12


This activity allows sending a fax with list item attachments and document library content via Windows Fax Service.

![Send Fax with List Item attachment activity settings in the SharePoint Workflow Designer](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/send_fax_with_list_item_attachment_1.png)

The activity uses Windows Fax Service, which must be installed and configured. It uses the default sender attributes.

**Fax Installation Guide:**

1. Set up a modem.
2. Install the Windows Fax Service.
3. Create a fax printer.
4. Configure the fax client. Allow SharePoint accounts to send faxes.
5. Send a fax.

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Send **this subject** fax to **this recipient name**, **this fax number**, and include all files attached to **this item**. Use Fax server **this server**.

**Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this subject | Fax subject. |
| this recipient name | **Optional**. The name of the fax recipient. |
| this fax number | The fax number of the recipient. |
| this item | Current list item. |
| this server | **Optional**. The name of the target fax server. If this parameter is empty, the method connects to the fax server on the local computer. For example: `\\servername\Fax.` |