{"id":2533,"date":"2024-07-31T09:16:10","date_gmt":"2024-07-31T09:16:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/?p=2533"},"modified":"2025-01-02T06:10:34","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T06:10:34","slug":"cad-files-recovery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Recover Unsaved AutoCAD Files? [2025 Guide]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Were you working on an important AutoCAD project and realized that you had lost your unsaved files?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s frustrating, we understand!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoCAD files typically come with extensions like .dwg, .bak, and .sv with each of these serving a different purpose in the software&#8217;s ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And the good news is whether it&#8217;s due to a crash, accidental deletion, or unexpected shutdown, you can get back your CAD files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article will guide you through various methods for CAD recovery files, helping you retrieve your unsaved or lost files. Learn how to efficiently recover your essential CAD files using built-in features and reliable recovery tools with us.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"858\" height=\"416\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/cad-dwg-files.jpg\" alt=\"cad dwg files\" class=\"wp-image-2571\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/cad-dwg-files.jpg 858w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/cad-dwg-files-300x145.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/cad-dwg-files-768x372.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 858px) 100vw, 858px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#Reasons_Why_AutoCAD_Files_Get_Lost\" title=\"Reasons Why AutoCAD Files Get Lost\">Reasons Why AutoCAD Files Get Lost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#How_to_Recover_Deleted_or_Unsaved_Cad_Files\" title=\"How to Recover Deleted or Unsaved Cad Files?\">How to Recover Deleted or Unsaved Cad Files?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#Through_Backup_BAK_Files_to_Recover_Unsaved_Autocad_Files\" title=\"Through Backup (BAK) Files to Recover Unsaved Autocad Files\">Through Backup (BAK) Files to Recover Unsaved Autocad Files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#Recover_Unsaved_Autocad_Drawing_through_TEMP_Files\" title=\"Recover Unsaved Autocad Drawing through TEMP Files\">Recover Unsaved Autocad Drawing through TEMP Files<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#Recover_dwg_File_in_Autocad_through_AutoSave\" title=\"Recover dwg File in Autocad through AutoSave\">Recover dwg File in Autocad through AutoSave<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#Using_DWG_File_Recovery_Tool_to_Recover_Deleted_Autocad_Files\" title=\"Using DWG File Recovery Tool to Recover Deleted Autocad Files\">Using DWG File Recovery Tool to Recover Deleted Autocad Files<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#Bonus_Tips_How_to_Repair_a_dwg_File\" title=\"Bonus Tips: How to Repair a dwg File?\">Bonus Tips: How to Repair a dwg File?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/cad-files-recovery\/#FAQs_on_Autocad_File_Recovery\" title=\"FAQs on Autocad File Recovery\">FAQs on Autocad File Recovery<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_Why_AutoCAD_Files_Get_Lost\"><\/span>Reasons Why AutoCAD Files Get Lost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why do you think your AutoCAD files are lost? There may be several reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding these reasons can not only help in preventing future data loss but also guide you on methods to recover CAD file.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfa8These are five common causes of AutoCAD file loss:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The <strong>unexpected software crashes<\/strong>. These are usually caused by software bugs or compatibility issues and lead to file loss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sometimes, we may <strong>accidentally delete<\/strong> important AutoCAD files while managing projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sudden <strong>power failures<\/strong> also result in unsaved work being lost.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AutoCAD dwg files may get <strong>corrupted <\/strong>due to <strong>hardware failures or improper shutdowns<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beware of viruses as <strong>malicious software<\/strong> can damage or delete your AutoCAD files.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Recover_Deleted_or_Unsaved_Cad_Files\"><\/span>How to Recover Deleted or Unsaved Cad Files?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can tune back into your workflow after recovering CAD files with various simple methods. We have discussed detailed steps to recover deleted or unsaved CAD files below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Through_Backup_BAK_Files_to_Recover_Unsaved_Autocad_Files\"><\/span>Through Backup (BAK) Files to Recover Unsaved Autocad Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is interesting to note that AutoCAD automatically creates backup files with the<strong> .bak extension<\/strong>. These files are created every time you save a drawing and are a safeguard against your data loss. They are often stored in the &#8220;PROGRAM&#8221; folder of your PC. Follow the steps below and find the location of .bak files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49Here is the step-by-step guide to recovering cad files:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First of all, navigate to the folder where your original CAD file was saved. You should find a<strong> .bak file<\/strong> with the same name as your original file there.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rename <\/strong>the file extension from <strong>.bak <\/strong>to <strong>.dwg<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"797\" height=\"365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-bak-to-dwg.png\" alt=\"change bak to dwg\" class=\"wp-image-2572\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-bak-to-dwg.png 797w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-bak-to-dwg-300x137.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-bak-to-dwg-768x352.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 797px) 100vw, 797px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Now open the renamed file in AutoCAD, and your unsaved work should be restored.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Using backup files is the quickest way to recover your unsaved work in AutoCAD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recover_Unsaved_Autocad_Drawing_through_TEMP_Files\"><\/span>Recover Unsaved Autocad Drawing through TEMP Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Temporary files (.tmp)<\/strong> are another method to recover unsaved AutoCAD drawings. These files are created during the AutoCAD session and can be a lifesaver in case of unexpected shutdowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49Follow these steps to recover autocad drawing using .temp files:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Find the temporary files in the Temp folder on your computer. It can be accessed by typing <strong>%TEMP%<\/strong> in the Run dialog box.<font style=\"vertical-align: inherit;\"><\/font><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"979\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/temp-files-1.jpg\" alt=\"temp files\" class=\"wp-image-2578\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/temp-files-1.jpg 979w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/temp-files-1-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/temp-files-1-768x365.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 979px) 100vw, 979px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Look for files with names starting with \u201c<strong>acad<\/strong>\u201d or having the <strong>.ac$<\/strong> extension.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now rename the file extension<strong> .ac$ to .dwg<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the renamed file in AutoCAD to recover your unsaved work.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on managing temporary files, check out our guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/windows-tips\/delete-tmp-files\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">deleting TMP files<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recover_dwg_File_in_Autocad_through_AutoSave\"><\/span>Recover dwg File in Autocad through AutoSave<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoSave is a feature in AutoCAD that automatically saves your work at the interval of every 10 minutes. It minimizes the risk of data loss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoSave ensures that your progress is saved even if AutoCAD crashes unexpectedly. It creates backup copies of your drawings, allowing you to recover your work in the event of an unforeseen shutdown or software malfunction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your files are saved in AutoCAD autosave location. By default, these files are stored in the Temp folder on your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49To locate and use these files for recovery, follow these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AutoSave files are usually stored in the temporary folder. To find the location open AutoCAD, click on the<strong> Application menu<\/strong> (the big \u201c<strong>A<\/strong>\u201d in the top-left corner).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now go to the <strong>Options <\/strong>button, click <strong>Files <\/strong>tab, and then press <strong>Automatic Save File Location<\/strong> to see where AutoCAD saves these files.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"610\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/locate-files-in-autocad-1024x610.png\" alt=\"locate files in autocad\" class=\"wp-image-2585\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/locate-files-in-autocad-1024x610.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/locate-files-in-autocad-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/locate-files-in-autocad-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/locate-files-in-autocad.png 1181w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the AutoSave file location. AutoSave files have the<strong><em> .sv$ extension<\/em><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change the file extension from <strong>.sv$ to .dwg<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"794\" height=\"365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-the-file-extension.png\" alt=\"Change the file extension\" class=\"wp-image-2590\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-the-file-extension.png 794w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-the-file-extension-300x138.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/change-the-file-extension-768x353.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Finally, click on the renamed file in AutoCAD to recover your work.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_DWG_File_Recovery_Tool_to_Recover_Deleted_Autocad_Files\"><\/span>Using DWG File Recovery Tool to Recover Deleted Autocad Files<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If the above methods fail, using a professional file recovery tool like <strong>ONERECOVERY <\/strong>can help you recover deleted AutoCAD files. Why ONERECOVERY is our favorite data recovery tool?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ONERECOVERY by TinyFrom is specifically designed to handle various types of data loss scenarios, including the accidental deletion of CAD files. The advanced features like deep scan and quick scan modes make it stand out from the huge competition. It also supports a wide range of file formats so that you can recover any files including dwg and Corel, etc. You can find a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/recover-corel-draw-corrupt-file\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">detailed guide to recovering your Corel files<\/a> here.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-for-win-1024x502.jpg\" alt=\"onerecovery for win\" class=\"wp-image-2565\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-for-win-1024x502.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-for-win-300x147.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-for-win-768x377.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-for-win-1536x753.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-for-win.jpg 1741w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49Follow these detailed steps for CAD recovery files using ONERECOVERY:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download TinyFrom ONERECOVERY software from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/win-data-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">official website<\/a> and install it on your computer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tapping on the button below can download ONERECOVERY in a quicker way.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bak-pro-all-usa.oss-accelerate.aliyuncs.com\/recovery\/install\/OneRecoveryInstall_2.exe\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"251\" height=\"91\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/onerecovery-windows-download-button.png\" alt=\"onerecovery windows download button\" class=\"wp-image-2443\" style=\"object-fit:cover\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Now open ONERECOVERY and select the location where your AutoCAD files were last saved.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"437\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/choose-hard-drive-in-onerecovery.png\" alt=\"choose hard drive in onerecovery\" class=\"wp-image-2044\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/choose-hard-drive-in-onerecovery.png 700w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/choose-hard-drive-in-onerecovery-300x187.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the <strong>Scan <\/strong>button to start scanning for deleted files. The software will search for all recoverable files in the selected location.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the scan is complete, preview the recoverable files and select the ones you need.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"711\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/click-recover-button-1024x711.jpg\" alt=\"click recover button\" class=\"wp-image-2488\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/click-recover-button-1024x711.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/click-recover-button-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/click-recover-button-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/click-recover-button.jpg 1133w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click <strong>Recover <\/strong>to restore your deleted AutoCAD files.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>ONERECOVERY is an efficient tool for recovering not just CAD files but also a wide range of other file types. For more information, check out our detailed guides on data recovery and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/recover-photoshop-file\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">recovering Photoshop files<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bonus_Tips_How_to_Repair_a_dwg_File\"><\/span>Bonus Tips: How to Repair a dwg File?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When dealing with corrupted DWG files, there are two effective methods to repair them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1\ufe0f\u20e3<strong>Using an Online DWG File Repair Tool<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are various online tools such as OfficeRecovery.com, and OnlineFile.Repair, etc that help you repair your DWG files. These tools are designed to scan the corrupted file, identify errors, and fix them to restore the file to a usable state. This method is convenient as it doesn&#8217;t require installing any software on your computer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2\ufe0f\u20e3<strong>Using the File Repair Feature of ONERECOVERY<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>ONERECOVERY also offers a AI powered robust file repair feature to restore corrupted DWG files.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49Here is a guide on how to recover dwg file in AutoCAD:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Download <\/strong>and <strong>install <\/strong>TinyFrom ONERECOVERY from the official website.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"345\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/download-onerecovery-1-1024x345.jpg\" alt=\"download onerecovery\" class=\"wp-image-2598\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/download-onerecovery-1-1024x345.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/download-onerecovery-1-300x101.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/download-onerecovery-1-768x259.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/download-onerecovery-1-1536x518.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/download-onerecovery-1.jpg 1883w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Launch the software and select the <strong>File Repair<\/strong> option.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-file-repair-feature.jpg\" alt=\"onerecovery file repair feature\" class=\"wp-image-2491\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-file-repair-feature.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/onerecovery-file-repair-feature-300x141.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upload the corrupted DWG file. And follow the step-by-step guide provided by the software to repair the file.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"549\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-corrupted-files-onerecovery-1024x549.jpg\" alt=\"upload corrupted files onerecovery\" class=\"wp-image-2599\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-corrupted-files-onerecovery-1024x549.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-corrupted-files-onerecovery-300x161.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-corrupted-files-onerecovery-768x412.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/upload-corrupted-files-onerecovery.jpg 1414w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>ONERECOVERY is not only effective but also user-friendly, making it an excellent choice for repairing DWG files. For more detailed steps, you can visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-fixer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">TinyFrom File Repair<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By utilizing these two methods, you can easily repair and recover your important DWG files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As we have seen above there are plenty of methods to recover AutoCAD files. Including methods that use backup files, temporary files, AutoSave, and professional recovery tools. By understanding and utilizing these methods, you can minimize the impact of unexpected data loss and ensure your projects remain intact.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Autocad_File_Recovery\"><\/span>FAQs on Autocad File Recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To further assist you with AutoCAD file recovery, we have compiled answers to some frequently asked questions. These will guide you through various recovery scenarios and tools available in AutoCAD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How Do I Open a Bak File in Autocad?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening a BAK file in AutoCAD is no rocket science. As BAK files are backup files created automatically by AutoCAD. Typically, these files are stored in the same location as the original DWG files. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49You can simply open them by the following three-step process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Locate the BAK File in the same folder where your original DWG file is located. It will have the same name but with a<strong><em> .bak extension<\/em><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change the file extension from<strong> .bak to .dwg<\/strong> by right-clicking on the file and selecting <strong>Rename <\/strong>option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Now, open the renamed file in AutoCAD.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Where\u2019s the AutoCAD Recovery Files Location?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoCAD automatically saves recovery files to help prevent data loss, typically storing these files in a temporary folder.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49To find the AutoCAD recovery files location, start by launching AutoCAD and clicking on the Application menu, the big &#8220;A&#8221; in the top-left corner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, go to the Options and select the Files tab. Under the &#8216;Automatic Save File Location&#8217; section, you will see the directory path where AutoCAD saves the recovery files. Navigate to this folder to find the .sv$ files and rename it to .dwg for dwg file recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How To Recover Drawings with the Drawing Recovery Manager?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The Drawing Recovery Manager is a built-in feature in AutoCAD designed to help you recover drawings after a crash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc49Follow these steps to use this feature:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open Drawing Recovery Manager. AutoCAD usually opens the Drawing Recovery Manager automatically after a crash. If it doesn&#8217;t, you can manually open it by typing &#8220;<strong>DRAWINGRECOVERY<\/strong>&#8221; in the command line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Drawing Recovery Manager will display a list of all drawings that were open during the crash. This list includes both the main DWG files and their associated backup and autosave files.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"773\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/backup-files.jpg\" alt=\"backup files\" class=\"wp-image-2604\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/backup-files.jpg 773w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/backup-files-300x257.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/backup-files-768x658.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select the file you want to recover and open it. 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