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How to recover data from a corrupted flash drive on Windows PC?
I’m in need of some urgent help. My USB flash drive has suddenly become corrupted, and I can’t access any of the files on it. I’m using a Windows 10 PC, and every time I try to open the drive, I eith...
I had this problem with my USB before. When I plugged it in, it prompted to format and all the files were gone. Later, I used AisseeSoft Data Recovery and actually recovered most of the files. It was a lifesaver! I suggest you don't format it, try this tool!
I followed this tutorial: (it works well.)
https://www.uumeo.com/recover-data-from-a-corrupted-hard-drive-on-windows
Recovering data from a corrupted flash drive can be a bit of a hassle, but it's definitely doable! I've gone through this situation before. Sometimes, a simple reconnection can do the trick. Unplug the flash drive and plug it back in. Make sure you’re using a different USB port if possible. This might sound basic, but you'd be surprised how often it works!
And you can check disk utility:
- Open Command Prompt: Search for "Command Prompt" in the start menu, right-click on it, and select "Run as administrator."
- Run CHKDSK: Type chkdsk X: /f (replace X with your flash drive letter) and hit Enter. This command checks for file system errors and can sometimes fix them. It’ll take a bit of time, but let it do its thing!
I once had a drive that wouldn't open, and running CHKDSK salvaged a ton of files. It was a lifesaver!
Wow, thank you so much! I was sure my data was gone for good or that it would be beyond my limited tech skills to recovery it. But I tried your simple (and it was really simple) suggestion and it worked! Clydero