Retrieve unsaved PowerPoint 2019 file

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How to retrieve unsaved PowerPoint 2019 file

Forgetting to save a slide after completion is a common issue, but don't worry, we still have a way to retrieve unsaved PowerPoint 2019 files with all the content intact. The method is very simple, just follow the instructions below.

After putting so much effort into designing a perfect slide, but just because of a little forgetfulness, you closed the presentation without saving. This is truly a disaster for many people. However, PowerPoint 2019 has provided you with a great feature to recover unsaved files, so let's see how to do it.

Restore unsaved PowerPoint 2019 file

Note: This trick only applies if we haven't turned off the auto backup and restore feature in PowerPoint on our computer or cloud when using Office 365

How to retrieve unsaved PowerPoint 2019 file

Step 1: Open a blank PowerPoint document and click on the File tab and select Options at the bottom.

Step 2: Select Save from the list of tabs on the left side.

Step 3: Pay attention to the AutoRecover file location section. This section indicates where the document has been automatically saved, highlight and copy that path.

For example, my path here is: C:\Users\Mytour\Desktop\MytourVN\:

Step 4: Open File Explorer and paste the copied file path. Then press Enter.

Step 5: Here, we will see the last saved version of the PowerPoint document we are working on starting with the name 'ppt'.

Step 6: Right-click on the file and select Open With...

Step 7: Choose PowerPoint and click OK.

Thus, with just a few simple steps, you can recover unsaved PowerPoint 2019 files. With this method, you won't have to worry about losing all your slide design efforts. Additionally, PowerPoint 2019 has many other useful tricks to make it more convenient for users when working with slides. Such as typing m2 (square meter), m3 (cubic meter), or mathematical formulas...

Read more: How to type m2, m3 in Powerpoint 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

What steps should I follow to recover unsaved PowerPoint 2019 files?

To recover unsaved PowerPoint 2019 files, open a blank document, go to File > Options > Save, copy the AutoRecover file location, paste it in File Explorer, and open the file starting with 'ppt'.

Is there a way to prevent losing unsaved PowerPoint presentations?

Yes, you can prevent losing unsaved PowerPoint presentations by enabling the AutoRecover feature in the options menu, ensuring your work is automatically saved at regular intervals.

What happens if the AutoRecover feature is turned off in PowerPoint 2019?

If the AutoRecover feature is turned off in PowerPoint 2019, you won't be able to retrieve unsaved files, making it essential to save your work frequently to avoid data loss.

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