Restore Files Using the File History Feature
The Windows 11 PC has a handy tool called File History, which, if switched on, can help recover lost or changed files. File History is a backup tool that automatically files copies of your work to a separate drive or online site. This means, whether you need files from a particular time or want to contrast various versions, File History can lend a hand. To use this feature to retrieve files, simply follow these steps:
3.1 Using Control Panel
Step 1: Press Windows Key + R to open run dialog
Step 2: Then, On run dialog type “Control“
Step 3: Navigate to “System and Security” > “File History“
Step 4: Then, On right side click on “Restore Personal Files“
Step 5: Navigate back in time until you locate a backup copy containing the desired files.
Step 6: Select the files you wish to recover.
Step 7: Click the green recover button.
3.2 Using File Explorer
Step 1: Press Windows key + E to open File Explorer then navigate to folder which you want to restore
Step 2: Right click on folder then Click on “show more options” > “Restore previous versions“
How to Recover Accidentally Deleted File in Windows 11?
Have you ever accidentally deleted a file and later regretted it? Fear not! You’re not alone. Many individuals encounter this situation and wonder how to retrieve their lost data. Luckily, Windows 11 provides various methods for recovering deleted files, depending on the circumstances of their deletion.
In this article, We’ll show you how to recover accidentally deleted files in Windows 11.