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what is the best way to restore files from the trash bin on a iMac 2019

Posted on May 13, 2020 10:14 AM

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Ferd II

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Posted on May 13, 2020 10:19 AM

What files do you want to restore from "the trash bin?"

Have you tried to "Right-click" on the file, and then select "Put Back?"

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Ferd II

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May 13, 2020 10:19 AM in response to MyKaren

What files do you want to restore from "the trash bin?"

Have you tried to "Right-click" on the file, and then select "Put Back?"

Old Toad

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May 13, 2020 12:13 PM in response to MyKaren

Have you emptied the Trash Bin? If so you'll need a file recovery app.

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