Search for Recently Deleted Files: A Comprehensive Guide
Have you ever accidentally deleted a file and wished you could recover it? Searching for recently deleted files can be a daunting task, but with the right tools and techniques, you can increase your chances of retrieving your lost data. In this article, we will explore various methods to search for recently deleted files on different platforms and devices.
Windows
On Windows, the Recycle Bin is the first place to look for recently deleted files. Here’s how to search for deleted files on Windows:
- Open the Recycle Bin by double-clicking on its icon on the desktop.
- Use the search box at the top-right corner of the Recycle Bin window to type the name of the deleted file.
- Right-click on the file and select “Restore” to recover it to its original location.
If the file is not in the Recycle Bin, you can use the “Previous Versions” feature to restore a previous version of the file. Here’s how:
- Right-click on the folder where the file was located and select “Restore previous versions.”
- In the “Previous Versions” window, you will see a list of available versions. Select the version you want to restore and click “Restore.”
Mac
On a Mac, the Trash is the equivalent of the Recycle Bin on Windows. Here’s how to search for deleted files on a Mac:
- Open the Trash by clicking on its icon in the dock.
- Use the search box at the top-right corner of the Trash window to type the name of the deleted file.
- Right-click on the file and select “Put Back” to recover it to its original location.
Android
On Android devices, the process of searching for recently deleted files can vary depending on the device and the file manager you are using. Here’s a general guide:
- Open the file manager app on your Android device.
- Navigate to the location where the file was originally stored.
- Use the search function within the file manager to search for the deleted file by name.
- If you find the file, you can copy it to a safe location or restore it to its original location.
iPhone
On an iPhone, deleted files are not stored in a specific location like the Recycle Bin or Trash. However, you can use third-party apps to search for deleted files. Here’s a general guide:
- Download and install a file recovery app from the App Store.
- Open the app and follow the instructions to scan your device for deleted files.
- Once the scan is complete, the app will display a list of deleted files. Select the files you want to recover and follow the app’s instructions to restore them.
Online Cloud Storage
Online cloud storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive often keep deleted files in a trash or bin for a certain period. Here’s how to search for deleted files on these platforms:
