Word file format does not match extension. How can I retrieve my document?

I inadvertently did not save a Word Document and now I cannot retrieve it. The message says,"Word file format does not match extension." What can I do to retrieve my document?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Mar 19, 2023 01:47 PM

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turingtest2

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Mar 19, 2023 04:57 PM in response to bklbobcat

Try https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/recover-files-in-office-for-mac-6c6425b1-6559-4bbf-8f80-4f038402ff02.

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