The process of formatting a hard drive is different from deleting files. The latter allows you to completely restore data in a short time. During deletion, the data does not physically disappear, whereas after formatting, the files are completely overwritten on the media. In the process, the file table is re-created, which indicates that the disk surface is free. But if new content has not been written in place of the files, it is possible to restore them.
Necessary
Recuva, Pandora Recovery, Undelete Plus, PC Inspector File Recovery, PC Inspector smart recovery or the paid DiskInternals Uneraser software
Instructions
Step 1
Choose the data recovery software that suits you. Install it on your computer. Run the utility of the program.
Step 2
Select the drive from which you want to recover the lost data. When starting the recovery program, a window will appear in which you must select the file type. Note their characteristics and locations before formatting. Run the analysis. The found files will be displayed in the main window that opens. The program will indicate their quality and it will become clear whether it is worth restoring them. Check the ones that match your requirements.
Step 3
Run a scan and restore the found folders and files. Wait a while. Activate the preview function of the recovered files. It is included in some programs. Use it to check the contents of the document after recovery.
Step 4
Recuva is suitable for home hard drive data recovery. Pandora Recovery contains a special wizard to help you configure your search, and is a beginner-friendly utility. The Undelete Plus program allows you to do everything automatically, as soon as you select the required disk in the main window, it starts a filter to search for data that was recently deleted. PC Inspector File Recovery recovers entire logical volume, works with FAT12 / 16/32 and NTFS systems. PC Inspector smart recovery recovers graphic data and works with memory cards and flash drives of various models. Purchase a special key before launching the paid product DiskInternals Uneraser. This program even works with low quality hard drives.
Step 5
Check the recovered data. Restart your computer. Make copies of important documents and materials on different disks and media to be safe from subsequent disappearance.
