When working with technology, it’s inevitable that we will encounter issues with our files. Whether it’s a lost document or a corrupt file, the frustration can be overwhelming. However, there are solutions available to help us recover and maintain our files. In this article, we will discuss various tips and tricks for managing and recovering files, specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
How to Determine if a Word Document has been Copied and Pasted
Have you ever wondered if a Word document has been copied and pasted from another source? Maybe you’re worried about plagiarism or want to verify if the information is accurate. Whatever the reason may be, there’s an easy way to check!
First, open the Word document in question. Then, press Ctrl + A to select all the text. Next, press Ctrl + C to copy the text. Open a blank Word document and press Ctrl + V to paste the text.
If the text appears in a different font or format than the original document, it may have been copied and pasted. Another way to check is to highlight a small section of text and right-click. If the option to “paste” appears, then the text has likely been copied and pasted.
Recovering Unsaved Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Documents
It’s happened to all of us – we forget to save our work or our computer crashes before we get the chance. But fear not, there’s a way to recover your unsaved documents in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
In Word, open a new, blank document. Click on the File tab and select Options. In the Save category, locate the AutoRecover file location and note the file path. Open the file explorer and navigate to the file path. Look for a file that ends with the extension “.asd” and open it. This should open the unsaved document.
In Excel, open a new, blank workbook. Click on the File tab and select Info. Locate and click on the Manage Workbook dropdown, and select Recover Unsaved Workbooks. This will open a folder that contains all unsaved workbooks. Select the workbook you want to recover and click Open.
In PowerPoint, open a new, blank presentation. Click on the File tab and select Info. Locate and click on the Manage Presentation dropdown, and select Recover Unsaved Presentations. This will open a folder that contains all unsaved presentations. Select the presentation you want to recover and click Open.
How to Recover Excel Files that were not Saved
Have you ever worked on an important Excel file, only to realize you haven’t saved it? Don’t panic – there’s still a chance to recover it.
The first and easiest solution is to use the AutoRecover feature in Excel. By default, Excel saves a version of your workbook every 10 minutes. To access the AutoRecover file, open a new workbook and click on the File tab. Select Info and look for the Manage Workbook dropdown. Click on Recover Unsaved Workbooks to access the folder that contains your unsaved workbook. Look for a file that ends in “.xlsx” and open it.
If the AutoRecover file is not helpful, you can also try looking for a temporary file. Open a new workbook and navigate to the File tab. Select Options and click on the Save category. Note the file path under AutoRecover file location. Use the file explorer to navigate to the file path and look for a file that starts with the name “EXD”. This is a temporary file that Excel creates while you work. Look for a file that has a recent date and time stamp, and open it in Excel.
How to Hide Files and Folders on Your Computer
Do you have sensitive files and folders on your computer that you want to keep private? There’s an easy way to hide them from prying eyes.
The first step is to select the file or folder you want to hide. Right click on it and select Properties. Under the General tab, check the box that says “Hidden”. Click Apply and OK.
To view the hidden file or folder, navigate to the file explorer. Click on the View tab and select Options. Under the View category, select the option to “Show hidden files, folders, and drives”. Click Apply and OK.
FAQ
What should I do if my file is corrupted?
If your file is corrupted, there are a few things you can try to recover it. First, try opening the file in a different program. If that doesn’t work, you can try opening a backup version of the file. In Word, click on the File tab and select Open. Under the Recent Documents category, look for a version of the file with the label “backup”. In Excel, click on the File tab and select Info. Click on the Manage Workbook dropdown and select Check for Issues, then Recover Unsaved Workbooks. In PowerPoint, click on the File tab and select Info. Click on the Manage Presentation dropdown and select Recover Unsaved Presentations.
How can I prevent losing my work in the future?
The best way to prevent losing your work is to save early and often. Get into the habit of saving your work every few minutes, or after making significant changes. Additionally, make sure to save your work in multiple locations, such as a USB drive or cloud storage. This will ensure that you have a backup copy in case of a computer crash or lost file.
Video Tutorial: How to Recover Excel Files that were not Saved
