Recovering Data from an Accidentally Formatted SD Card
Losing data due to an accidental SD card formatting can be a stressful experience. However, with the right tools and techniques, it is possible to retrieve much of the lost data. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to recover data from an accidentally formatted SD card:
1. Stop Using the SD Card Immediately
As soon as you realize that the SD card has been accidentally formatted, stop using it immediately. Continuing to use the card may overwrite the deleted files, making them impossible to recover.
2. Prepare a Data Recovery Tool
You'll need a reliable data recovery software program to scan and retrieve the lost files from the formatted SD card.The following takes the operation of Panda data recovery software as an example.
Memory card data operation steps:
Step 1: Select USB flash drive/memory card recovery
Since you want to recover the data of the memory card, then of course you have to choose "USB flash drive/memory card recovery".
Step 2: Select a memory card
Connect your memory card to your computer with a card reader, then select it and click Start Scan.
Step 3: Scan the file
Scan the memory card data and wait patiently.
Step 4: Find the file
The fastest way to find a file is to search for the file name directly, or if you don't remember the name, you can also select the file type on the left to exclude it.
Step 5: Preview the recovered files
Once you find the file, double-click on the preview, and if you have no problem, you can click to restore it immediately.
Remember that data recovery is not always guaranteed, especially after formatting. However, by following these steps and using a reliable data recovery software program, you can maximize the chances of retrieving your lost files from an accidentally formatted SD card.
