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How to recover accidentally deleted desktop folder on Windows 11?
When the folder on desktop got deleted, it should be moved to the Recycle Bin first. Please carefully check the files and folders from trash. This is the best place to recover accidentally deleted desktop folder on any Windows PC.
Otherwise, you should use a dedicated data recovery software to retrieve the deleted files on Windows 11. Here is a nice guide that successfully recovered my deleted desktop folders.
https://www.kinmeo.com/recover-deleted-files-windows-11
Note: Don't copy any files to the C drive. This will overwrite the space occupied by deleted files.
Shelbybu You can try Recuva, a free data recovery tool that supports Windows 11, Windows 10 and Windows 7. It's designed to help Windows users recover lost or accidentally deleted files, including those from the Desktop folder. Its deep scan mode allows for a thorough search, increasing the chances of recovering files that are otherwise hard to retrieve.
Using Recuva to recover a accidentally deleted Desktop folder on Windows 11 is straightforward. Simply download and install the software, then launch it and follow the on-screen instructions to select the drive or location where the Desktop folder was originally stored. Recuva will perform a comprehensive scan and present a list of recoverable files and folders. You can preview the files before recovery, ensuring you restore exactly what you need. With its secure overwrite feature, Recuva also provides an option to permanently delete sensitive files, adding an extra layer of security.