Breathe Easy: Google Drive for Desktop Now Has a File Recovery Tool!

Losing important files can be a nightmare. Whether it's due to accidental deletion, unexpected crashes, or software glitches, the feeling of helplessness can be overwhelming. Fortunately, Google has stepped up to offer a much-needed solution: a file recovery tool for the Google Drive desktop app.

This new feature, introduced in version 85.0.13.0, scans your entire Drive, including unsynced files, and allows you to recover them from backups. This is a game-changer for anyone who has ever experienced the panic of losing essential data.

Here's what you need to know about the new file recovery tool:

• It's easy to use: Simply open the Google Drive desktop app, press and hold the Shift key, and click on "Settings". Then, select "Recover from backups".
• It's comprehensive: The tool scans your entire Drive, including any files that haven't been synced yet. This means you have a higher chance of recovering even recently deleted files.
• It's a lifesaver: Whether you've accidentally deleted a file, experienced a crash, or simply want an extra layer of protection, the file recovery tool is a valuable addition to the Google Drive desktop app.

How to use the file recovery tool:

1. Open the Google Drive desktop app.
2. Press and hold the Shift key and click on "Settings".
3. Select "Recover from backups".
4. Choose the date range you want to recover files from.
5. Click "Search".
6. Select the files you want to recover and click "Recover".

What files can be recovered?

The file recovery tool can recover most types of files, including documents, spreadsheets, presentations, images, videos, and more. However, there are some limitations:

• Files that have been permanently deleted cannot be recovered.
• Files that are older than 30 days may not be recoverable.
• Files that have been corrupted may not be recoverable.

Overall, the addition of a file recovery tool is a welcome improvement to the Google Drive desktop app. It provides peace of mind to users and ensures that they can recover their lost data even in the event of an unexpected mishap.

In addition to the file recovery tool, the latest update to the Google Drive desktop app also includes several other improvements, such as:

• Improved performance: The app now launches faster and consumes less memory.
• Enhanced offline support: You can now access and edit your files even when you're offline.
• Bug fixes: The update addresses several bugs that were reported by users.

If you use Google Drive, be sure to update to the latest version of the desktop app to take advantage of these new features.

Happy Drive-ing!