There's an important reason why Microsoft calls this tool the Recycle Bin and not the Shredder: as long as you haven't emptied the Recycle Bin, you can easily recover files from the Recycle Bin in Windows.
4 Ways to Recover Deleted Files from Recycle Bin 🗑️
We’ve all accidentally deleted files or simply changed our minds about the necessity of a particular file or folder, so don’t be too hard on yourself if you’re now second-guessing that last-minute deletion. These steps should apply to all Windows operating systems that use the Recycle Bin, including Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and more.
Time Required: Recovering deleted files should only take a few minutes, but it mostly depends on how quickly you can find the files you want to recover and how large they are.
To restore deleted files from Recycle Bin to their original location on your computer, follow these simple steps:
