Recover unsaved Excel file

If you have accidentally closed an Excel file without saving it, there are a few things you can try to recover the unsaved file:

Steps you can take to recover unsaved excel file:

Look for AutoRecover Files:

Excel automatically saves a copy of your work every 10 minutes by default. Look for AutoRecover files in the Excel default location. To check, open Excel and go to File > Info > Manage Workbook > Recover Unsaved Workbooks. Select the file you want to recover and click Open.

Check the Temporary Files Folder:

If you can’t find the file through the above method, try checking the temporary files folder. Go to File Explorer > %temp% > Excel files. Look for files with the .xlsx extension and see if you can find your unsaved file.

Search for Backup Files:

Excel may create backup files that can be used to recover unsaved files. Search for files with the .bak extension in the same folder where you were working.

Use a File Recovery Tool:

If none of the above methods work, you can try using a file recovery tool like Recuva or Disk Drill. These tools can help you recover deleted or lost files from your computer.

Additional Reading:

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Note:

Picture this: you’ve been working on a document for hours, and you’re almost done.

You’re just about to hit the save button when suddenly, the power goes out, or your computer crashes, and you lose all your hard work. Sound familiar? We’ve all been there, and it’s not a fun experience.

That’s why it’s so important to save your work regularly while working on a document. You never know when something unexpected might happen, and you don’t want to lose all your progress.

Maybe your computer crashes, your battery dies, or you accidentally hit the wrong button and close the file. Whatever the case, regularly saving your work can help prevent data loss and save you a lot of frustration.

But how often should you save? Well, it’s up to you, but a good rule of thumb is to save every 10-15 minutes, or whenever you reach a significant milestone in your work.

That way, even if something happens, you won’t lose more than a few minutes of progress.

Luckily, most modern software comes with an autosave feature that automatically saves your work at regular intervals.

However, it’s still a good idea to get into the habit of manually saving your work too, just to be safe.

In short, saving your work regularly is a small but crucial habit that can save you a lot of headache and heartache in the long run.

So, next time you’re working on a document, remember to hit that save button early and often!