How to Recover an Unsaved Word Document: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to quickly recover unsaved Word documents using built-in AutoRecover and Recover Unsaved Documents features in Microsoft Word.
Video transcript
To recover an unsaved Word document, open Word and go to File > Open > Recent. Scroll to the bottom and click Recover Unsaved Documents. Alternatively, check the AutoRecover file location in File > Options > Save to find auto-saved versions. Using these steps promptly increases the chances of successful recovery.
Questions and answers
Can I recover an unsaved Word document after closing without saving?
Yes, by using the Recover Unsaved Documents option found under File > Open > Recent in Word, you can often retrieve your unsaved files.
Where does Word save AutoRecover files?
AutoRecover files are saved in a specific file location configured in Word under File > Options > Save. You can access this folder to find auto-saved versions of your documents.
How often does Word AutoSave documents?
By default, Word AutoSaves your document every 10 minutes, but you can adjust this timing in the Save options.
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