Windows Fax and Scan can send multi-page faxes — but only if you attach files in TIFF format or scan using an ADF. This guide covers every method, PDF workarounds, common errors, and a faster alternative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Windows Fax and Scan fax multiple pages?
Yes. Windows Fax and Scan supports multi-page faxes in two ways: you can attach multiple TIFF files to a new fax, or scan multiple pages using an automatic document feeder (ADF) into a single multi-page TIFF. PDFs work only if Adobe Acrobat (not Microsoft Edge) is your default PDF viewer.
Why does Windows Fax and Scan only show the first page?
This is a viewer issue, not a fax issue. The multi-page TIFF file is complete, but Windows Photos and Office Picture Manager display only the first page of a TIFF. Open the file with Windows Photo Viewer or XPS Viewer to see all pages. The fax itself transmitted all pages correctly.
How do I scan multiple pages into one document with Windows Fax and Scan?
With an automatic document feeder (ADF), load all pages into the feeder, open Windows Fax and Scan, click New Scan, set the Source to Feeder, and set the file type to TIFF. The scanner feeds all pages into one multi-page TIFF automatically. Without an ADF, Windows Fax and Scan is not reliable for combining flatbed scans — use NAPS2 (free) instead.
Does Windows Fax and Scan support PDF?
Partially. If Adobe Acrobat Reader is your default PDF handler, you can attach a PDF to a fax and it will convert automatically. If Microsoft Edge is the default PDF viewer, attaching a PDF produces the error "Windows can't fax or preview the attached file type." The fix is to either change the default PDF app to Acrobat, or convert the PDF to TIFF first.
Is Windows Fax and Scan available on Windows 11?
Yes, but only on Windows 11 Pro, Enterprise, and Education — not on Home. It is also not installed by default on Windows 11; you must add it manually via Settings > System > Optional Features. It is not available at all on Windows 11 ARM64 devices.