Previous Versions are copies of files and folders the system saves automatically as part of a shadow copy, which means that you have to configure a restore point or File History. Or you have to use a combination of Task Scheduler and commands to create shadow copies at different intervals automatically. In this guide, you will learn several ways to enable Previous Versions to undelete and restore previous revisions of files stored on your device running Windows 10.
Enable Previous Versions using File History Enable Previous Versions using Restore Point Enable Previous Versions using Shadow copies How to restore previous versions of files on Windows 10
Enable Previous Versions using File History
To configure File History to enable Previous Versions, connect an external drive to your computer, and use these steps: Once you complete the steps, every backup revision of File History will become available to restore files using Previous Versions in File Explorer. Backup settings on Windows 10 File History has more options and settings that you can configure. Check out this guide to learn more about them.
Enable Previous Versions using Restore Point
To enable restore point to recover lost or delete files with previous versions, use these steps: After you complete the steps, you can use the snapshot to restore previous versions of files on your device every time a new restore point is created. However, unless you create new restore points manually, the number of snapshots for recovery will be limited. System Properties on Windows 10 Enable restore points on Windows 10 Create restore point manually on Windows 10
Enable Previous Versions using Shadow copies
Alternatively, you can also use Volume Shadow Copy with Task Scheduler to create snapshots of the data on the drive to recover files using Previous Versions. To configure Volume Shadow Copy to enable Previous Versions on Windows 10, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the command will run on the schedule to create volume shadow copies, which you can then use to restore files using Previous Versions. Task Scheduler new folder option Task Scheduler create advanced task option Task Scheduler general task settings Task Scheduler triggers settings on Windows 10 Task Scheduler schedule settings on Windows 10 The above command will make a shadow copy of the content available in the C drive. If you store files in another location, remember to update the command with the correct drive letter.
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How to restore previous versions of files on Windows 10
To restore previous versions of files, use these steps: After you complete the steps, you’ll have restored a lost or deleted file or folder. Windows 10 File Explorer folder menu Windows 10 previous versions file restore option All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.
