4 Ways to Recover WPS Unsaved File & Where to Find

WPS is a popular office tool for doc., xls, ppt, and pdf. Normally, you save the WPS file after editing and it can be easily found. However, unexpected events may occur and you couldn't save it in time.

It's a real pain. Redoing your work is not an optimal option. You should try the following methods to recover unsaved WPS document.

Each method details its applicable situation. Start now!

Method 1: Recover Auto-saved WPS Files in its Local Backup

Use this method if:

1) WPS autosave feature is enabled (in the menu > Options > General and Save).
2) Actively edit the document.

How to access WPS Local Backup?

Step 1. Open WPS Writer/Spreadsheets/Presentation.

Step 2. Click on the Menu > Backup and Recovery > Auto Backup > Local Backup.

Step 3. In the panel, choose the document you want recover. Click Open.

WPS automatically saves your document while you're editing it, even if you haven't manually saved. However, the saved version might not be your absolute latest edit. By default, it saves every 5 minutes, so changes made in the last minute might not be recoverable.

Method 2: Recover Unsaved WPS Temporary Files in System

Use this method if:

1) WPS crashed, but you missed the prompts for recovered files after relaunch the tool.
2) Within 14 days, before the system automatically cleans up temporary files.

WPS can create temporary copies on your local drive, if it shuts down abnormally. The point is how to find and identify it.

For Windows:

Step 1. Open File Explorer.

Step 2. Enable “Show Hidden Item” in View.

Step 3. Go to the folder.

Step 4. Right-click the Name menu bar and tick Date Created.

Step 5. Select the file and double-click to open it.

Step 6. Save the file to your frequently used folder.

For Mac

You can find the unsaved WPS files via:

a. ~/Library/Application Support/com.kingsoft.wpsoffice.mac/backup
b. ~/Library/Containers/com.kingsoft.wps.mac/Data/Documents/Kingsoft/Backup
c. ~/Library/Containers/com.kingsoft.wps.mac/Data/Library/Application Support/Kingsoft/Office6/temp

Tips: When you access the folder with Finder, macOS hides the library directory by default. You can unhide it by executing “chflags nohidden~/Library” on the terminal.

Method 3: Use Kingshiper Data Recovery

Use this method if:

1) You haven't enabled local backup or cloud sync in WPS Office.
2) System temporary files have been overwritten.
3) Temporary files are cleared.

After you have install Kingshiper, click the Recover button and you can access the main panel.

Step 1. Choose the system drive (C:) and scan.

Step 2. From the top menu bar, select your preferred method to find the unsaved WPS document.

Step 3. Tick the file > click Recover.

Step 4. Save the recovered files to a specific folder.

Kingshiper Data Recovery is a free-to-use WPS recovery software that available for Win 7/8/10/11.

Various formats are supported, and You can use it to recover everything, such as: .doc, .docx, .dot, .dotx, .dotm, .rtf,.mht, .htm, .html, .pdf, .xls, .xlsx, .xlsm, .xltm, .csv, .ppt, .pptx, .pot, .potx, .potm, .pps, etc.

Method 4: Use System Restore Point Recovery

This is a Windows feature that reverts your computer's operating system and system files to a previous state. When you perform a system restore, Windows rolls back system files and settings to the chosen restore point, helping to fix errors from recent changes.

Use this method if:

1) Those previous methods do not work.
2) System errors leading to file unsaved or loss.
3) Provided you're willing to wait.

Step 1. Press Windows + S.

Step 2. Type "Create a restore point" and click it.

Step 3. System Protection > System Restore.

Step 4. When you see a list of available restore points, choose one.

Step 5. Click Next.

Step 6. Click Finish, then Yes to confirm.

FAQs

Does WPS have recovery?

Yes, WPS Office has built-in recovery features to help recover unsaved or accidentally closed documents.

You can also manually access backups via Menu > Backup and Recovery > Auto Backup, where you can browse and restore files based on modification time.

Where are the WPS backup files?

On Windows is typically in:

C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Roaming\kingsoft\office6\backup

How to recover unsaved files in WPS Office in mobile?

1) Open the WPS Office app.

2) Tap on "Recent" at the bottom menu.

3) Look for your unsaved or last-edited file—it may be there even if not saved manually.