Microsoft has made it easy for users to recover deleted or lost files with the introduction of the “Windows File Recovery” tool on Windows 11. This feature is especially helpful for users who accidentally delete important files or those experiencing system crashes. In this article, we’ll take a look at how to use Microsoft’s “Windows File Recovery” tool on Windows 11.

1. Accessing the Tool

The first step is to locate and launch the “Windows File Recovery” tool on your Windows 11 PC. To do this, open the start menu and type “Windows File Recovery” into the search bar. Once the tool appears, click on it to launch the app.

2. Choosing a Recovery Option

Once launched, you’ll be presented with three recovery options to choose from: Default, Segment, and Signature. The Default option is suitable for recovering recently deleted files or those accidentally deleted from the hard drive. The Segment option is useful for when a file has been partially overwritten, while the Signature option is best for restoring files with known file types.

3. Selecting the Target Drive

Next, select the target drive to recover files from. This could be a local drive like C: or D:, an external drive, or a USB device where files were previously stored. It’s important to note that the tool can’t recover files that have been overwritten or those from a damaged hard drive.

4. Restore Files

After selecting the target drive, it’s time to choose the location to restore the files. This could be a different local drive or an external drive. The next step is to choose the files to be recovered. You can select multiple files at once by holding down the “Ctrl” key while clicking. Once done, click on the “Recover” button, and the tool will begin the recovery process.

5. Check Restored Files

Finally, check the restored files to ensure they’re working correctly. You can open or play the files to ensure they’re not corrupted or damaged. If you notice any errors, you can repeat the recovery process, selecting a different method for recovery.

Conclusion

With the new “Windows File Recovery” tool, recovering deleted or lost files on your Windows 11 PC has never been easier. By following these simple steps, you can recover your files quickly and effectively. It’s important to note that the tool may not be able to recover files that have been overwritten or those from a damaged hard drive, so it’s always a good idea to backup your data regularly.