A Complete Guide on QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery Tool
- Ross Anderson
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QuickBooks provides users with several tools to assist them deal with any problems they might run across when utilizing the program. The QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery (ADR) function stands out among these as a lifesaver for users who face data loss crises in their QuickBooks company files.
To recover lost transactions, the QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery tool uses a copy of the company file in addition to the current transaction log file. It also offers the possibility to restore all transactions except for the last few hours by using copies of the business file and transaction log file. Additionally, users can easily recover lost QuickBooks data files from the hard drive by utilizing the ADR capability.
We will go into great length in the discussion that follows on how to make the most out of the QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery tool's features. Users may successfully restore lost data and guarantee the accuracy of their QuickBooks records. You may also call us on our Toll-Free Number 1-855-888-3080 for quick assistance.
When Is the QuickBooks Recovery Tool Necessary?
Important data that might have accidentally been erased or distorted during QuickBooks operations can be reliably restored with the help of the QuickBooks recovery tool.
The following situations call for its utilization.
QuickBooks depends on the reliability of your computer system. Malfunctions such as power loss or virus attacks can cause data loss.
Since QuickBooks data is stored on hard discs and other types of storage appliances, errors in these parts could result in data loss or corruption, rendering the data useless.
Errors such as overwriting data, unintentionally deleting files, or entering incorrect data might result in QuickBooks data problems.
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Steps To Utilize Auto Data Recovery in QuickBooks
To effectively utilize the Auto Data Recovery in QuickBooks for recovering recent transactions, follow these steps:
Start the process by making a new folder with the name, 'QBTest' on your desktop.
Locate the folder where your company file is saved and note its location from the Product Information screen.
Search for the .tlg file within your company file's folder, which shares the same name as your company file.
If the .tlg file is not visible, enable file extensions by opening File Explorer.
Now go to ‘Organize' and then choose 'Folder and Search Options.'
Under the 'View' tab, deselect 'Hide extensions for known file types' and click 'Apply' then 'OK.'
Now copy and paste the corresponding .TLG file in QBtest file.
Further, click on the .QBW.adr file and choose copy.
Then, paste this file into the new folder QBTest created earlier.
Remove the .adr extension from the .QBW.adr file by right-clicking and selecting 'Rename.'
Open QuickBooks and access the company file saved in your QBTest folder.
Verify the presence of all transactions using your account register.
To ensure data integrity, select 'File.’
Then, click on 'Utilities' and go to 'Verify Data.'
If the recovered file is deemed good, relocate the damaged company file and transfer the copy from QBTest to the original location.
Conclusion
We have provided detailed instructions on utilizing the QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery tool to retrieve lost data effectively. If users encounter difficulties despite following these steps, our QuickBooks tech support team is available for assistance. Feel free to contact us at our Toll-Free Number 1-855-888-3080, and our technical personnel will guide you through the process of successfully recovering your data.
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