Outlook Attach File Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web

Attaches a file to the message. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Outlook, plus other ways to do it.

Quick Answer

Windows
Alt→N→A→F
Mac
Message → Attach File
Web
Insert → Attach file
Outlook

Attach File

Windows
Alt→N→A→F

Or via the menu: Insert → Attach File

Attaches a file to the message.

Tip: Press the keys one after another.

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How to attach file in Outlook with the keyboard

  1. Open Outlook and go to where you want to attach file.
  2. Press Alt → N → A → F on Windows.

Tip: Press the keys one after another.

Outlook Attach File Shortcut for Windows

Press Alt → N → A → F. You can also use Insert → Attach File.

Outlook Attach File Shortcut for Mac

There's no direct shortcut. Use Message → Attach File.

Outlook Attach File Shortcut for Outlook Web

There's no direct shortcut. Use Insert → Attach file.

Alternative ways to attach file

  • Windows: Insert → Attach File
  • Mac: Message → Attach File
  • Web: Insert → Attach file

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Outlook attach file shortcut?

On Windows, press Alt → N → A → F.

Is there a Mac shortcut to attach file in Outlook?

There's no direct key we've confirmed. Use Message → Attach File.

Does it work in Outlook for the web?

Use Insert → Attach file.

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