Accidentally deleted those irreplaceable photos. Trust me, felt that panic. But guess what? There's still hope, even without fancy software. Let's go old school and use some built-in features and techniques to recover deleted photos from Android internal storage. Here's what worked for me:
1. Check Your Google Photos App: If you're like me and have Google Photos set up to automatically back up your pictures, you might just be saved by the cloud. Open the Google Photos app on your phone or visit the website on your computer. Check the "Trash" or "Bin" folder there. Sometimes, deleted photos hang out there for a while before they're permanently erased.
2. Look in Your Phone's Trash or Recently Deleted Folder: Some Android phones have a built-in "Trash" or "Recently Deleted" folder in their gallery app. These folders act as a safety net, keeping deleted photos around for a short period before they're gone for good. Check these folders to see if your deleted photos are hiding there.
3. Connect Your Phone to Your Computer and Search Manually: Connect your Android phone to your computer via USB. Navigate to your phone's internal storage using File Explorer (on Windows) or Finder (on Mac). Then, dive deep into the folders, especially those in the "DCIM" directory, where photos are often stored. Sometimes, deleted photos can still be found lurking in these folders, waiting to be rescued.
4. Check for Backups: Did you happen to back up your phone recently? Maybe through a cloud service like Google Drive, Dropbox, or your phone manufacturer's backup service? If so, log in to these services on your computer and check if your deleted photos are hiding in the backups.
5. Try Data Recovery Software as a Last Resort: Alright, I know I said no more third-party software, but if all else fails and you're still desperate to recover those photos, you might have to bite the bullet and use a data recovery program. Just make sure to choose a reputable one and follow the instructions carefully.
So there you have it, a few tried-and-tested methods to recover deleted photos from Android internal storage . Good luck, and may the photo recovery odds be ever in your favor!
