How to Write an Email

Before you can make an email, you have to sign up for an email account. There are many free email accounts you can sign up for such as Yahoo and Gmail. You also need to have Internet access in order to make emails. Then with a few keystrokes, you'll have your email ready to send.

Instructions

1. Make a new email by opening your email account and click on "New."

2. Type in the email address of the person you want to send the email to or choose the person or people from your address book, if you've already set one up.

3. Fill in the subject line. This could be as simple as "about work" or as specific as "party at four."

4. Start your email by addressing the person or people you are sending it to, for example "Hi, Chris" or "Hi, everyone." Most of time emails aren't formal, so starting it with "Hi" is fine. However, if your email is more formal you may want to start it with "Hello."

5. Continue making your email by typing in the body. This is where you express what the email is about, for example, letting everyone know you are changing your address or where to find the party.

6. Add any attachments you need to send. Click on "Attach" then select "File" or "Photo." You will then have the option of typing in the name of the file or selecting "Browse" to find the file on your hard drive. If you are trying to attach a photo, select the photo or photos from the directory that comes up when you select "Photo."

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure to spell check your email before you send it.

• Follow the directions on your email to select multiple files or photos.