What Is a Signature File?

A signature file is a short text file that you create as a standard attachment at the end of an email or Usenet message.

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A signature file is a short text file that you create as a standard attachment at the end of an email or Usenet message.

A signature file is a short text file that you create as a standard attachment at the end of an email or Usenet message. For example, you might include your full name, title, phone number, fax number, email address, and your homepage. Many people also add favorite quotes, company goals, or brief personal descriptions.

Most email and Usenet news tools allow you to create a signed file or specify another file created using a word processor as part of the application. Then, tell the tool the name of your signature file, and it will automatically add the signature file to the email or message template. ^[1]