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How to Recover Deleted Files from USB Drive for Free?
It can be done with the command prompt (CMD) utility on any Windows PC. CMD is a powerful tool that allows you to execute commands directly to the Windows operating system. One common method involves using the "chkdsk" command, which checks the file system and file system metadata of a volume for logical and physical errors. By executing "chkdsk X: /f", (where "X" is the drive letter of your USB drive), you can repair file system issues that might be preventing access to your files。
Another useful command to recover deleted files from USB using CMD is "attrib", which can help in recovering hidden or system files that might not appear in File Explorer. By running "attrib -h -r -s /s /d X:\*.*", you can change the attributes of all files and directories on the USB drive.This command is particularly helpful if files were accidentally marked as hidden or system files, which can sometimes happen during accidental deletions or file transfers. Once the attributes are reset, you can navigate through the USB drive and manually search for the recovered files.