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File History not working in Windows 11 for system backup. Any good alternative?
When File History not working on Windows 11, it can prevent important files from being backed up as expected. If the built-in backup feature keeps failing, checking the settings and considering another backup method may help provide a more reliable solution.
FAQs:
1. Why does File History stop working on Windows 11?
- Common causes include incorrect settings, disconnected backup drives, corrupted data, or Windows-related issues.
2. Can I restart File History?
- Yes. You can turn File History off, restart your PC, and enable it again to see whether the problem is resolved.
3. What if File History still does not work?
- If File History not working on Windows 11 continues after troubleshooting, you can consider using another system backup solution.
4. Is an alternative better for system backup?
- It can be, especially if you need more control over system backups, recovery options, or backup scheduling.
5. What should I consider when choosing an alternative?
- Look for simple operation, reliable backup performance, recovery support, and compatibility with your Windows 11 system.
Hello everyone, I'm also a victim.
Fellow users, after the recent KB5124010 update, the file history can find and run backup drives, but the last copy date of the files remains unchanged, preventing any new files from being backed up.
After editing and saving a file, clicking the "Execute Now" button under "Control Panel" → "System and Security" → "File History" fails to update the last copy date and time in the file history to the actual latest save time.
Version Not Updated: The target drive D has normal read/write functionality. However, even after confirming that the file was successfully saved, clicking the "Execute Now" button does not update the file version or backup timestamp.
Missing Previous Version: In file properties → "Previous Versions," modified or newly added files display previous versions, but not the latest update date. New versions are also not displayed; it still shows "No previous version available," failing to reflect the latest update date.
I suspect this issue persists even after the KB5101684 and KB5120249 updates on July 29th.
Are you still encountering this issue? On September 23, I contacted Microsoft support to report a minor issue with the file history log caused by the KB5124010 update. Several other users also reported the same problem. Microsoft support sent an email two days later confirming that they were aware of the issue and were currently investigating.
Feedback Center report: https://aka.ms/AA13n22w
