Letters and packages are two common methods of sending information and items to faraway destinations. Knowing how to address an envelope is a useful skill for communicating with others via the mail. Providing the correct information with the right formatting ensures letters or packages make their way to their destination and increases the likelihood of receiving a response.
When addressing an envelope, there are two key pieces of information to include: the intended recipient's address and your return address. If you're mailing a personal letter, the recipient's address can typically have three lines including: the name of the recipient, their street address and their city, state and ZIP code. If you're mailing a letter to a business address, then you might have four lines which include the business name, department or recipient's name, street address and city, state and ZIP code.
The more accurate information you can provide on the envelope, the faster your letter or package can reach its destination.