Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:24 Check your Trash and Finder
01:21 Restore files using Time Machine
03:12 Recover permanently deleted files on Mac
05:26 Recover lost files from iCloud
06:36 Recover Apple Music Library
07:22 Exit
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Method 1: Check Trash and use Finder
Sometimes files are not deleted but misplaced. Start with the basics.
1. To recover files from Recycle Bin:
Open the Trash to see if your file is there. If found, right-click and select “Put Back” to restore.
2. To find lost files on Mac: Use Finder to search for your file by name or extension. This can often reveal misplaced files.
These steps are simple but can be surprisingly effective.
Method 2: Time Machine and local snapshots
Time Machine is your go-to for robust file recovery. To recover deleted files from a Time Machine backup:
1. Time Machine Backups: Connect your backup drive, open Time Machine, navigate to the file's previous location, and use the time picker to restore.
2. Local Snapshots: If you don't have a Time Machine backup drive connected, you can still recover files from local snapshots that are saved directly on your Mac.
Method 3: Using Data Recovery Software (Disk Drill)
For more complex recovery scenarios, Disk Drill offers an advanced solution. Disk Drill for Mac is a comprehensive data recovery solution, offering support for a wide range of macOS versions, including the latest macOS Sonoma, various file systems (including HFS, APFS), and file types. devices. With its ability to recover a wide range of over 350 file types from various storage media including internal and external drives, USB drives and memory cards, Disk Drill ensures Mac users have a robust and versatile tool to effectively recover lost or deleted data. , regardless of the version of macOS or the complexity of the data recovery scenario.
To recover deleted files on Mac:
1. Download (https://www.cleverfiles.com) and install Disk Drill from its official website.
2. Open Disk Drill; If you are recovering from an external drive, connect it.
3. Select the drive to scan and click “Scan for lost data”.
4. Review and preview the found files. Disk Drill provides a recovery estimate for each file.
5. Select the necessary files, click "Recover" and choose a save location, ideally different from the original location.
Method 4: iCloud Recovery
iCloud can be a lifesaver for recovering backed up files from your Mac:
1. Sign in to iCloud.com on your Mac.
2. Browse or search your files. Also check the “Recently Deleted” folder.
3. You can download the necessary files or folders to your Mac.
4. Make sure your iCloud sync settings are up to date to maximize the effectiveness of this method.
Method 5: Restoring Apple Music Library
If you've lost music from your Apple Music library:
1. Open Apple Music on your Mac.
2. Go to “Music”, then “Settings” and make sure “Sync library” is checked. This syncs your library across devices, allowing recovery of deleted tracks.
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