First place to check is SETTINGS and select Mail and Spam Controls. Make sure your custom filter isn't blocking embedded images or attachments. Joan In a message dated 10/8/2008 12:52:39 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: Hello List, I have run into a problem I need some help in solving. I tried to send a picture to a friend as an attachment but, aol refused to send it saying something like embedded pictures and images are not permitted in my e-mail. Can someone tell me how to make it send and receive pictures and images? I have (Present picture quality options when inserting pictures) checked in Mail Options, Advanced. I am using AOL 9.1. LLH **************New MapQuest Local shows what's happening at your destination. Dining, Movies, Events, News & more. Try it out! (http://local.mapquest.com/?ncid=emlcntnew00000001)