Winlink FAQ's, Tips & Tricks

Winlink Frequently Asked Questions, plus Tips and Tricks:

"The Book of Knowledge" at Winlink.org

More FAQ's:

• Finding VHF and UHF Winlink Packet Gateways near You:
  • Inside Winlink Express: click 'Channel Selection' inside the Session Window;
  • Outside Winlink Express:
    • the web site Winlink.org, click on 'Tools', you get a Live Map; click "Packet" at the top-left;

• Sending a Position Report from Winlink Express, with or without an attached GPS:
  • In Winlink Express, click on "Settings", then "GPS / Position Reports..."

• Choosing which New Messages to download (especially if you're expecting a Flood of Messages!):

• Obtaining a "Read Receipt" from your Recipient(s);

• Adding a Tactical Callsign to your Winlink Email Address;