One common issue users face is data loss. If you're a QuickBooks user, you might encounter an additional folder containing new folders, known as the QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery folder. This folder essentially serves as a backup for your company files. In the event of data loss, this tool can be instrumental in recovering vital information. In this article, we will delve into the workings of QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery, providing a detailed understanding of its functionality.A step-by-step guide to recovering lost data with QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery

Using QuickBooks Auto Recovery Tool, you can recover your lost data with QuickBooks auto data recovery by following the steps below:

Step 1: Recover lost data using the original .TLG file with .QBW.adr.file

To recover recently lost transactions, you can utilize the original Transaction Log file and the current version of ADR. Follow the steps below for the recovery process:

• Create a new folder on your desktop and name it QBTest.
• Open the folder where you've saved the company file. You can find the company file location on the Product Information screen and No Company Open Window. (Note: To open the Product information, press F2 or Ctrl+1 on your keyboard).
• Search for the .tlg file in your company file's folder, which should have the same name as your company file.
• If you can't identify the .tlg file, follow these steps to Show File Extensions:
  • Press Windows + E keys to open File Explorer.
  • Select Organize, then choose Folder and search options (for Windows 10, 8.1, and 8).
  • Choose View and select the File Name Extension.
  • Uncheck the Hide Extensions for Known file types option.
  • Click Apply and then OK.
• Once you find the .tlg file, copy and paste it into the QBTest folder you created on your desktop.
• Open the QuickBooksAutoRecovery folder, located in the same place as your company file.
• Open the QBTest folder, right-click on the .QBW.adr file, and select the Rename option.
• Delete the .adr option located at the end of the file name.
• In QuickBooks, open the company file stored in the QBTest folder.
• Verify that all transactions are present in the file by checking the account register.
• Ensure data integrity by following these steps: File >> Utilities >> Verify Data.
• Move the damaged file to another location and replace it with the copied file saved in the QBTest folder at the original location.