How do I get to Recently Deleted?
If you’ve ever accidentally deleted a file or folder on your computer and are now wondering how to retrieve it, you’re not alone. The “Recently Deleted” feature is a convenient way to recover deleted items in Windows 10 and macOS. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to access the Recently Deleted folder and restore your lost files.
Accessing Recently Deleted in Windows 10:
1. Open File Explorer by clicking on the folder icon on the taskbar or pressing the Windows key + E.
2. In the left pane, click on “This PC” or “Computer.”
3. Navigate to the drive where your deleted files were located (e.g., C:).
4. In the right pane, you’ll see a folder named “Recycle Bin.” Double-click on it to open it.
5. Inside the Recycle Bin, you’ll find the “Recently Deleted” folder. Double-click on it to view the deleted files and folders.
6. To restore a file or folder, right-click on it and select “Restore.” This will move the item back to its original location before deletion.
7. If you want to permanently delete a file or folder from the Recently Deleted folder, right-click on it and select “Delete Permanently.”
Accessing Recently Deleted in macOS:
1. Open Finder by clicking on the Finder icon in the Dock or pressing Command + Space and typing “Finder.”
2. In the sidebar, click on “Recycle Bin” to open it.
3. You’ll see the “Recently Deleted” folder listed. Double-click on it to view the deleted files and folders.
4. To restore a file or folder, drag it back to its original location or right-click on it and select “Put Back.”
5. If you want to permanently delete a file or folder from the Recently Deleted folder, right-click on it and select “Move to Trash.”
Additional Tips:
– Remember that the “Recently Deleted” feature only works for files and folders deleted from a specific drive. If you delete an item from a network drive or external storage device, it won’t appear in the Recently Deleted folder.
– The “Recently Deleted” folder has a limited storage capacity. Once it reaches its maximum capacity, the oldest items will be automatically deleted to make room for new ones.
– If you can’t find a file or folder in the Recently Deleted folder, it may have been permanently deleted or moved to another location. In this case, you can use file recovery software to try and recover the lost data.
By following these steps, you should be able to access the Recently Deleted folder and recover your deleted files and folders with ease. Remember to regularly check the folder and empty it when necessary to free up space on your drive.
