If your Microsoft Word document wasn’t automatically added to the Document Recovery pane, you can use the AutoRecover feature to do so manually (via Microsoft uphold). Here is how:
- Once your system is back up, launch Word and click on the “File” option in the top-left corner.
- pick Info.
- extend the dropdown for handle Document.
- Click “Recover Unsaved Documents.”
The AutoRecover feature is available in various Microsoft Office applications and stores unsaved documents in its default folder on your system.
To locate your unsaved files on Windows 10 or 11, access these locations:
- C:\Users\AppData\Roaming\MicrosoftWord
- C:\Users\AppData\Local\MicrosoftOffice\UnsavedFiles
It is important to note that these locations may vary depending on the type of device and the Office installation you are using.
Another way to locate AutoRecover files is by searching for files with a “.asd” extension on your device. If you come across any “.asd” files, do this:
- Open Microsoft Word and steer to File > Open > Browse.
- Select “All Files” from the file type options.
- Right-click the corresponding backup file, and pick “Open.”
