We've all been there. You are cleaning up your computer and getting rid of obsolete files when you accidentally delete something vital. It could be a work paper, pictures of your family or a project you spent hours making. Panic sets in at that point. But don't worry. Files that have been deleted don't always stay gone. If you take the correct steps, you can usually revert them.
This post will show you easy and useful ways to retrive files that you accidentally deleted. Even if you're not particularly good with computers, the procedures are straightforward to follow. Let's get going.

Why do Files go Missing?

Files may disappear for a variety of reasons. Certain examples of the most prevalent are as follows -

• Deleting something by accident with the Delete key
• Taking out the Recycle Bin too rapidly
• Accidentally formatting a drive
• Attacks by viruses or malware
• Crashes in the system

The first rule is always the same, no matter how the loss happened - don't store new files on the same drive. New data can replace the files that were destroyed, which makes it difficult to get them back.
Check the Recycle Bin first

• You should look in the Recycle Bin first.
• From the desktop, open the Recycle Bin.
• Look for the file that was deleted.
• Right-click on the file and select "Restore."
• This easy approach can fix the problem in a matter of seconds. Go to the next method if the file isn't there.

Use Backup or File History

File History is a backup tool that comes with Windows. You can get files back from it if you set it up before.

1. Open Control Panel and then File History.
2. Pick Restore personal files.
3. Choose the file and then click Restore.

Check your cloud storage accounts, such as OneDrive, Google Drive or Dropbox, too. A lot of cloud services store deleted files for 30 days.

Use Command Prompt (the Manual Way)

You can also try using Command Prompt to do it by hand if the Recycle Bin and backup choices don't work. This procedure could be able to restore files that were deleted from USB drives or memory cards.

1. In the Windows search box, type CMD.
2. On the Command Prompt, select "Run as administrator" by clicking the right mouse button.

3. Type in the black window -

   chkdsk X: 

   (Insert the letter of the drive on which the file was deleted for "X.")

4. Then type -

   attrib -h -r -s /s /d X:\*.*

This command will try to correct problems and find files that are hidden. It doesn't always work, but it's worth a shot before going on to more advanced tools.

Use Software Made for Recovery by Professionals

If manual methods don't work, professional tools can help. Softaken Windows Data Recovery Software is one choice.

This program is made to revert files that were lost because they were deleted, formatted or corrupted. It works with hard drives, external devices, USB sticks and memory cards. It's easy to do -

1. Put the software on your PC.
2. Choose the drive where you lost files.
3. Check the drive.
4. Look at the files that can be recovered.
5. Put the files back in a safe place.

Using a tool like Softaken is better than doing it by hand because it has a higher success rate. It can regain a lot of different file types, such as documents, pictures, movies and more.

Stop Losing Data in the Future

It can be hard to restore data. To keep it from happening again, do the following -

• Use an external device or cloud storage to back up your data often.
• Use File History or similar built-in Windows backup tool.
• Be careful when you empty the Recycle Bin.
• Use antivirus software to keep your system safe.
• You avoid confusion, make sure you label drives and folders clearly.

If you back up your files regularly, even deleting them by accident won't feel like a disaster.

Final Thoughts

It's easy to accidentally delete files, but that doesn't mean they have to be gone forever. Check the Recycle Bin and backups first. Try the Command Prompt technique if that doesn't work. Professional recovery software like Softaken Windows Data Recovery Software can save the day when you need solid results.

The most important thing is to act fast and not use the drive where the files were deleted until you try to restore them. You can retrieve your lost files back and keep your data safe from future problems if you follow the appropriate methods.