This article explains some solutions that can help you recover an unsaved Word document. Instructions apply to Word 2019, Word 2016, Word 2013, Word Online, Word for Mac, and Word for Microsoft 365.

For both Word 2016 and Word 2013, there are a few methods that can result in the recovery of your Word document. Each method can be performed quickly, making it easy to search for multiple files.

Go to the File tab and select Manage Document.

Select the Manage Document button.