While using CAD software, there may be times when the software shuts down suddenly or loses power unexpectedly, resulting in loss of files that are not saved or not saved properly. At this point, getting back lost files becomes an important task. Here are some possible ways to get back your lost CAD files.
1.Auto-recovery feature.
Most CAD software has an auto-recovery feature that automatically recovers unsaved files in the event of an unexpected software shutdown or power outage. In general, the auto-recovery function is enabled by default, but it can also be manually turned on or off in the software settings. If the files were saved automatically, they can be found in the software auto-recovery folder.
2.Back up your files.
If the CAD file is backed up regularly, you can recover the lost file from the backup file. The backup files can be found on a local storage device or in cloud storage. When restoring files in a backup file, you need to pay attention to the version and modification date of the backup file to avoid overwriting the existing files.
3.Temporary files.
In CAD software, temporary files are sometimes generated. These temporary files are usually stored in the temporary folder of the software. Unsaved temporary files may still exist when the software shuts down unexpectedly or loses power. You can try to recover files by searching the temporary folder and looking for the temporary files related to the lost files.
4.History and versioning.
If you use version control software or the history feature, you can view the historical version of a file, find the version you need, and restore it. Version control software and history features can help you keep track of your file's modification history and allow you to roll back to a previous version.
5.Data recovery software.
If none of the above methods can get back the lost CAD files, you can consider using data recovery software to try to recover the files. Data recovery software can scan the storage device for deleted or hidden files and try to recover them. But it should be noted that data recovery software does not guarantee 100% recovery of lost files, and in some cases, the recovered files may be corrupted or incomplete.
Summary: When encountering CAD file loss, we can try to get back the lost files through methods such as automatic recovery feature, backup files, temporary files, history and version control, and data recovery software. When using these methods, you need to be mindful of the version and modification date of the file, and avoid overwriting existing files. At the same time, in order to avoid the recurrence of file loss, it is recommended to back up your files regularly, enable automatic recovery, and handle temporary files carefully.