{"id":2727,"date":"2024-08-07T08:46:40","date_gmt":"2024-08-07T08:46:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/?p=2727"},"modified":"2025-01-02T06:14:31","modified_gmt":"2025-01-02T06:14:31","slug":"recover-deleted-word-documents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Solutions to Recover Deleted Word Documents [2025]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>One Quora user was so worried about the lost Word document: <strong>\u201cI shut down my computer and lost a Word document that I hadn&#8217;t saved to my Mac like I didn\u2019t save any of it. How can I get it back or is it lost forever?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>We have all been there at some point after accidentally deleting a vital Word document. But, after reading this article,&nbsp; you will never worry again about how to recover deleted Word documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us look at how you would lose a Word document and the fastest recovery methods.<\/p>\n\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\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Scenarios_Word_Documents_Get_Lost\" title=\"Scenarios Word Documents Get Lost&nbsp;\">Scenarios Word Documents Get Lost&nbsp;<\/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\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#6_Solutions_to_Recover_Deleted_or_Unsaved_Word_Documents\" title=\"6 Solutions to Recover Deleted or Unsaved Word Documents&nbsp;&nbsp;\">6 Solutions to Recover Deleted or Unsaved Word Documents&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/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\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Find_the_Auto_Backup_of_Word_Documents_Using_the_AutoRecover_Feature\" title=\"Find the Auto Backup of Word Documents Using the AutoRecover Feature&nbsp;\">Find the Auto Backup of Word Documents Using the AutoRecover Feature&nbsp;<\/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\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Check_the_Recycle_Bin_to_Retrieve_a_Word_Document_that_was_Deleted\" title=\"Check the Recycle Bin to Retrieve a Word Document that was Deleted&nbsp;\">Check the Recycle Bin to Retrieve a Word Document that was Deleted&nbsp;<\/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\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Searching_for_Temporary_Files_to_Recover_Unsaved_Word_Documents\" title=\"Searching for Temporary Files to Recover Unsaved Word Documents&nbsp;\">Searching for Temporary Files to Recover Unsaved Word Documents&nbsp;<\/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\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Using_Word_File_Recovery_Software_to_Retrieve_Unsaved_or_Deleted_Word_Documents\" title=\"Using Word File Recovery Software to Retrieve Unsaved or Deleted Word Documents&nbsp;\">Using Word File Recovery Software to Retrieve Unsaved or Deleted Word Documents&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Recover_a_Word_Doc_that_not_Saved_through_the_Command_Prompt\" title=\"Recover a Word Doc that not Saved through the Command Prompt&nbsp;\">Recover a Word Doc that not Saved through the Command Prompt&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Recover_Deleted_Files_from_Word_Through_System_Restore\" title=\"Recover Deleted Files from Word Through System Restore&nbsp;\">Recover Deleted Files from Word Through System Restore&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion&nbsp;\">Conclusion&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/recover-deleted-word-documents\/#FAQs_on_Deleted_Word_Document_Recovery\" title=\"FAQs on Deleted Word Document Recovery\">FAQs on Deleted Word Document Recovery<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Scenarios_Word_Documents_Get_Lost\"><\/span>Scenarios Word Documents Get Lost&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How could this happen? You were finishing your report, and suddenly, the word file was lost, as if it had never been there!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfa8Here are the most common occurrences where it could happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Erasing documents using SHIFT+ DELETE keys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>using COMMAND line to permanently delete files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A system crash or power outage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mistakenly overwriting a previous Word document when saving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Solutions_to_Recover_Deleted_or_Unsaved_Word_Documents\"><\/span>6 Solutions to Recover Deleted or Unsaved Word Documents&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>But there is no need to worry. Your file is recoverable if you apply the most efficient solution, depending on the circumstances.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The six solutions below will help you with deleted Word document recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_the_Auto_Backup_of_Word_Documents_Using_the_AutoRecover_Feature\"><\/span>Find the Auto Backup of Word Documents Using the AutoRecover Feature&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft has a built-in backup feature to help you in an emergency.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If Word was closed abnormally, you can check the following paths for your lost file, provided you have a Microsoft 365 subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>C:\\Users\\&lt;Your UserName&gt;\\AppData\\Roaming\\Microsoft\\Word<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>C:\\Users\\&lt;Your UserName&gt;\\AppData\\Local\\Microsoft\\Office\\UnsavedFiles<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you cannot find the missing file in the above path, open Microsoft Word on your computer and go to&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>File &gt; Info &gt; Manage Document &gt; Recover Unsaved Documents.&nbsp; <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A dialog box will appear.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfmbcB-ly9XDZzyQJkW9AxgU-vit8U0YpYOR1fdw7sBFzHnfinH_KtYLo6t1PS-ce3n3MtvNcrkAAC87jk5LzKkdLaQl6mZ_5C1KyeFbgjFkCuXKjaKWjjRxMzQX5VsNXi73aUD6YQecaeB-7eIhXhg7GT_?key=Dbi5HJOZutRRM5tn4P31SA\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Selecting the \u201cRecover Unsaved Documents\u201d option will open a dialog box showing you the <em>Microsoft\/Office\/ unsaved files folder.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXewYkvONYWqmfj5dlZYYYNmaBJunmDNcItg0VfrTCyAUQEtsO5BstTeKCmhQag12nwUViMU5bG3wuc3JLAxAWQvL7F6MNhutWTa9J-UoRHVzeP3zgWewfGy-g81mJlrSbF7L7bqLC_brEmOc4m7HCmXzgOc?key=Dbi5HJOZutRRM5tn4P31SA\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your unsaved Word files should appear there. Right-click on the .asd file you found earlier and click open.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After finding your missing document, save it as a .docx file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1<strong>Tip:<\/strong> Try closing and reopening Word. Every time Word starts, it automatically looks for AutoRecover files.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_the_Recycle_Bin_to_Retrieve_a_Word_Document_that_was_Deleted\"><\/span>Check the Recycle Bin to Retrieve a Word Document that was Deleted&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXfIPZNINomDMNkyOa90NJAB2BAT_FXr_dKa-vkL_oDVc4UlriFLpomMySVD63LxBHMQe68QHo3FI4WQCS-BzKkGr-frGER_ztvEHrp1skri0jAqt9PRNY2t1Z_QDzZhGT0iGzeQBE52woc4tXeb79tzsYc?key=Dbi5HJOZutRRM5tn4P31SA\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Searching_for_Temporary_Files_to_Recover_Unsaved_Word_Documents\"><\/span>Searching for Temporary Files to Recover Unsaved Word Documents&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft Word generates temporary files to support auto-save and AutoReocer functions. You can use these files with a .tmp extension for unsaved Word file recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Type<em> .tmp <\/em>in the search box next to the <strong>Start\/ Windows logo<\/strong> and press enter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the documents tab, go through the list to see files with a similar name to your document but ending with a .tmp extension.<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"602\" height=\"280\" src=\"https:\/\/lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com\/docsz\/AD_4nXckQn9_BBiUW5Svl8DOgvJZRgDWdWOghNO78rP6Qtp0TFr8ZoeVV_FykydQhHGA9veEGFoutcPGetn1iPoeD1tHTdL5Z-Z6I2ZOEqGSv1iWOByP1AnpnC5K2ds6cSTm5ii2A6_msPr3p1I8e0NHEbvGRxkB?key=Dbi5HJOZutRRM5tn4P31SA\"><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once your file is located, open Word and go to <strong>File\/open\/Folders.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Browse to the folder where you found the .tmp file and select it. The File Explorer tab will open.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change the file type for <em>all files.<\/em> This field is located near the bottom of the dialog box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will be able to open the <em>.tmp<\/em> file now.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;\u2728Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/windows-tips\/delete-tmp-files\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">how to manage temporary files<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_Word_File_Recovery_Software_to_Retrieve_Unsaved_or_Deleted_Word_Documents\"><\/span>Using Word File Recovery Software to Retrieve Unsaved or Deleted Word Documents&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If both methods we discussed failed and you are still wondering how do I recover a permanently deleted Word document, do not worry. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/win-data-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Specialized data recovery software<\/a>, such as ONERECOVERY, is available free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ONERECOVERY is a professional data recovery tool with an easy-to-use interface that can even be used by a kid. The software ensures a 95% success rate in recovering lost data due to hardware errors, accidental formatting, or power loss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ONERECOVERY lets you preview the files during the recovery process, which can be helpful if you want to stop the process after recovering the file you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This tool supports file systems such as NTFS, FAT32, exFAT and hundreds of file formats.<\/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 the steps below to install it and quickly recover the document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/win-data-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">TinyFrom ONERECOVERY website<\/a> and download the software.<\/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<p>      2. follow the easy onscreen steps to install the software. Launch ONERECOVERY and select the folder where your deleted file is located.<\/p>\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<p>      3. The deep scan will begin automatically, and you will see a list of files, including overwritten, deleted, and corrupted files.<\/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=\"707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/scanned-local-drive-file-1024x707.png\" alt=\"scanned files\" class=\"wp-image-1841\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/scanned-local-drive-file-1024x707.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/scanned-local-drive-file-300x207.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/scanned-local-drive-file-768x530.png 768w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/scanned-local-drive-file.png 1386w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>      4. Find your missing file from the list, preview and select REcover to save it to your folder.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"723\" height=\"372\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/recover-onedrive-files-onerecovery.png\" alt=\"recover onedrive files onerecovery\" class=\"wp-image-1844\" style=\"width:650px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/recover-onedrive-files-onerecovery.png 723w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/recover-onedrive-files-onerecovery-300x154.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 723px) 100vw, 723px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recover_a_Word_Doc_that_not_Saved_through_the_Command_Prompt\"><\/span>Recover a Word Doc that not Saved through the Command Prompt&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Command prompt or CMD gives you access to advanced file recovery commands such as <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows-server\/administration\/windows-commands\/chkdsk?tabs=event-viewer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">chkdsk<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows-server\/administration\/windows-commands\/attrib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">attrib<\/a>, and \/scannow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As CMD bypasses the limitations of the graphical user interface, you can also find hidden files and files in system directories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, you cannot find specific files due to the hidden file feature in Windows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the <strong>Search box<\/strong> and type CMD, selecting Run as Administrator mode.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type <strong>attrib -h -r -s \/s \/d c:*.*,<\/strong> assuming your files are in drive c. Press enter.<\/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=\"472\" height=\"155\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/command-prompt-recover-unsaved-word-document.png\" alt=\"command prompt recover unsaved word document\" class=\"wp-image-2737\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/command-prompt-recover-unsaved-word-document.png 472w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/command-prompt-recover-unsaved-word-document-300x99.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 472px) 100vw, 472px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>      3. Now, you can select the file you want to restore from the list.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"773\" height=\"199\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/select-the-file-you-want-to-restore.png\" alt=\"select the file you want to restore\" class=\"wp-image-2738\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/select-the-file-you-want-to-restore.png 773w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/select-the-file-you-want-to-restore-300x77.png 300w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/select-the-file-you-want-to-restore-768x198.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 773px) 100vw, 773px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recover_Deleted_Files_from_Word_Through_System_Restore\"><\/span>Recover Deleted Files from Word Through System Restore&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>System Restore will take your files system back to a previous point, known as a restore point.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this Windows option, the system takes regular snapshots of your computer, enabling you to recover your files if you lose them due to an unwanted software installation or malware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Step 1. Type system restore in the search bar and press enter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"741\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/type-system-restore-in-the-search-bar.png\" alt=\"type system restore in the search bar\" class=\"wp-image-2739\" style=\"width:550px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/type-system-restore-in-the-search-bar.png 741w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/type-system-restore-in-the-search-bar-300x143.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Step 2. A dialog box will appear. Select the system restore option.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"406\" height=\"305\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/system-restore-option-in-properties.png\" alt=\"system restore option in properties\" class=\"wp-image-2740\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/system-restore-option-in-properties.png 406w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/system-restore-option-in-properties-300x225.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 406px) 100vw, 406px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Step 3. Press next on the dialog box and review the list of restore points to decide the most appropriate for your file recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"555\" height=\"458\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/press-next-button.png\" alt=\"press next button\" class=\"wp-image-2742\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/press-next-button.png 555w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/press-next-button-300x248.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>4. confirm the restore point and click <strong>Finish<\/strong>. Your laptop will restart and revert to the restore point you selected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With six solutions for the problem of how to recover deleted Word documents, you are now well equipped for an emergency. However, it&#8217;s advisable to regularly save and back up your Word files to avoid data loss.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can enable Autosave to minimize future risks as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Deleted_Word_Document_Recovery\"><\/span>FAQs on Deleted Word Document Recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about how to recover files from Word. The answer you are looking for might be here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How Do I Recover Permanently Deleted Word Documents?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are still wondering how can I recover a deleted Word document, never fear. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/data-recovery\/restore-permanently-deleted-files-windows-11\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">more ways to attempt recovery<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Windows has its own file recovery tool, which can help you recover a deleted document. However, this tool lacks the graphical interface you are used to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the Microsoft store and download the Windows file recovery app.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>click <strong>OPEN<\/strong> to launch the app.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"661\" height=\"302\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/open-windows-file-recovery-tool.png\" alt=\"open windows file recovery tool\" class=\"wp-image-2743\" style=\"width:450px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/open-windows-file-recovery-tool.png 661w, https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-content\/uploads\/open-windows-file-recovery-tool-300x137.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 661px) 100vw, 661px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>assuming you deleted a Word file in drive c: and want to restore it to drive d: your code should look like this.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>winfr C: D:\\Recovery \/n *.docx<\/em><em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Why Did All of My Word Documents Disappear?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Losing access to all your Word files can be frustrating, but the culprit would most likely be a system update or a software glitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>if you accidentally deleted an entire folder, you can first check up on the recycle bin before going further. if you use cloud storage, it could be a simple syncing issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Protecting your computer with good virus protection software is always advisable to shield it from external threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever the reason, there are many tools to help you recover your data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>How to Recover Unsaved Word Documents on Mac?<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>You could lose access to an unsaved Word document for many reasons, from an unexpected file closure to a system crash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are various ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/mac-data-recovery\/recover-unsaved-word-document-mac\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">recover an unsaved document on Mac.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the Time Machine option on Mac would be a reliable and fast method of recovering your Word file, as Time Machine provides an automatic backup of documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can click the Time Machine logo on the menu bar to start the process. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/mac-tips\/restore-from-time-machine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Time machine file recovery process<\/a> is simple and easy to follow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One Quora user was so worried about the lost Word document: \u201cI shut down my&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2747,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2727","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-file-recovery"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2727","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2727"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2727\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3735,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2727\/revisions\/3735"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2747"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2727"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2727"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tinyfrom.com\/file-solutions\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2727"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}