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How to Fax a PDF from iPad Air

Faxing a PDF from your iPhone takes less than two minutes with TigerFax — no printing, no fax machine required.

iPad Air Tip

The iPad Air supports Split View, allowing you to open Files or Mail alongside TigerFax. Drag documents directly from Files into TigerFax to add them to your fax.

What you'll need

  • iPad Air running iPadOS 17+
  • TigerFax app (free on the App Store)
  • Your PDF (physical copy to scan, or a PDF/image file)
  • The recipient's fax number

How to Fax a PDF from iPad Air: Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    Download TigerFax

    Install TigerFax from the App Store on your iPad Air. It's free to start — no credit card required.

    💡 Tip: TigerFax is optimized for iPadOS 17+ and works on all iPads running iOS 15 or later.

  2. 2

    Scan your PDF with iPad Air

    Open TigerFax and tap the camera icon. Position your iPad Air about 12 inches above the PDF and let the auto-capture detect the edges. The iPad Air's 12MP rear camera produces clear document scans. For best results, use the landscape orientation and ensure the document is flat and well-lit.

    💡 Tip: Your PDF may have multiple pages — TigerFax lets you scan each page in sequence before sending.

  3. 3

    Upload your PDF from iPad Air

    Alternatively, tap the upload icon to import your PDF from Files, iCloud Drive, or any connected cloud storage. The iPad Air supports Split View, allowing you to open Files or Mail alongside TigerFax. Drag documents directly from Files into TigerFax to add them to your fax.

    💡 Tip: PDF format preserves PDF formatting best. If you have a digital copy, upload it instead of scanning for the clearest result.

  4. 4

    Enter the recipient's fax number

    Type the recipient's fax number in the To field. For international numbers, include the country code. TigerFax automatically formats the number.

  5. 5

    Review and send

    Preview your PDF to verify all pages are included and legible — the iPad Air's large display makes this easy. Tap Send. You'll receive a delivery confirmation when the fax is received.

Tips for Faxing PDFs from iPad Air

  • 1.PDFs preserve formatting better than scanned images — use a PDF when available
  • 2.TigerFax supports PDFs up to 50 pages
  • 3.If your PDF is password-protected, remove the password before importing

Scanning tip for iPad Air

The iPad Air's 12MP rear camera produces clear document scans. For best results, use the landscape orientation and ensure the document is flat and well-lit.

Secure transmission

TigerFax transmits all faxes over encrypted connections. Your documents are never stored on third-party servers after transmission.

FAQ: Faxing PDFs from iPad Air

Yes. TigerFax works on iPad Air running iPadOS 17+ and supports faxing PDFs. You can scan a physical copy with the iPad Air's camera or upload a PDF directly from the Files app.

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