How can an image be sent inside a MailMessage?

Sending an image inside a MailMessage can be effectively accomplished by adding the path to the attachment or specifying the relative path in the Attachments property. This method allows the email to include the image as a file attachment that recipients can download and view separately from the email body.

When you include an image this way, it becomes a part of the email structure, ensuring that the recipient can see the image in the email client’s attachment area, and they can ultimately decide whether to open or download it. The Attachments property is specifically designed to handle various file types, including images, thus providing a reliable way to send them via email.

While embedding the image in the body of the email might seem like a direct method for showing images, it typically requires additional steps, including converting the image to a specific format or ensuring email clients can properly render it. Providing a link to the image online allows for easier access but doesn't include the image directly within the email, potentially impacting user experience. Adding the image to a new email thread is also not a standard method for sending images, as it doesn't specify how the image is incorporated into the email.