How to Get to Recently Deleted on iPhone 7
Are you an iPhone 7 user who has accidentally deleted some important photos, videos, or documents? Don’t worry; you can easily retrieve them from the “Recently Deleted” album. This feature is designed to give you a brief period to recover deleted items before they are permanently removed from your device. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to access the “Recently Deleted” album on your iPhone 7.
Step 1: Open the Photos App
The first step to accessing the “Recently Deleted” album is to open the Photos app on your iPhone 7. You can find the app icon on your home screen, which typically features a camera icon.
Step 2: Navigate to the Albums Section
Once the Photos app is open, you will see a bottom navigation bar with various options, including “Camera Roll,” “Albums,” “Live Photos,” and more. Tap on the “Albums” option to view all your albums.
Step 3: Find the “Recently Deleted” Album
Scroll through the list of albums until you find the “Recently Deleted” album. This album is usually located near the top of the list, but its position may vary depending on your device settings.
Step 4: View and Restore Deleted Items
Once you have located the “Recently Deleted” album, tap on it to view the contents. You will see a list of all the items that were deleted from your device within the last 30 days. To restore an item, simply tap on it and select “Restore.” The item will be moved back to its original location on your iPhone 7.
Step 5: Permanently Delete Items
If you have confirmed that you no longer need the items in the “Recently Deleted” album, you can permanently delete them. To do this, tap on the “Select” button in the upper-right corner of the screen, then choose the items you want to delete. Finally, tap on the “Delete” button to remove them from your device.
Additional Tips
– To prevent accidental deletions, you can enable “iCloud Photos” on your iPhone 7. This feature automatically uploads your photos and videos to iCloud, allowing you to access them from any device.
– If you have deleted items from your iPhone 7 and cannot find them in the “Recently Deleted” album, they may have been deleted from iCloud as well. In this case, you can try logging in to your iCloud account on a web browser and checking the “Recently Deleted” album there.
By following these simple steps, you can easily access the “Recently Deleted” album on your iPhone 7 and recover any deleted items you may need. Remember to regularly check this album to ensure that you don’t lose any important data.
