How to find a lost Word or Excel file
Recover the location of a Word document or Excel workbook using recent files, dates, names and content.
Check recent Office files
Open Word or Excel and review the Recent list.
Check unsaved recovery
Office may offer Document Recovery after a crash. Also check the Recover Unsaved Documents option.
Search by extension
Use .docx, .xlsx or a distinctive part of the name in File Explorer.
Search document content
When the filename is vague, use a phrase, client name or table heading from inside the file.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Word files normally saved?
Documents is common, but Office may also use OneDrive or the last folder you selected.
Can Retrio recover an unsaved document?
No. Use the recovery tools built into Word or Excel for unsaved work.
Find files using your own words
Retrio only analyses the folders you choose. Your files remain on your computer.
Download Retrio for Windows