This article describes how Microsoft Word creates and recovers the AutoRecover files (ASD) (AutoSave in Word 7. X) when you select the "Save AutoRecover information every minute " the checkbox. (To locate this option, click Options on the Tools menu and then click the Save tab.) N>

Note AutoRecover or AutoSave does not replace the Save command. You must use the Save command to save the document at regular intervals and when you finish working. Automatic recovery is only effective for unplanned interruptions such as power failure or a fault. AutoRecover files are not designed to be saved when a logoff is scheduled or an orderly shutdown occurs.

Set the location of the files. asd

To define the location of ASD, follow these steps:

Note In Word 2007, follow these steps to open the File Locations dialog box:

1. Click the Microsoft Office Button, and then click Word Options.
2. In the left pane, click Advanced.
3. In the right pane, click File Locations in General section.

Note In Word 7. x, click AutoSave.

Naming Conventions

Word 7. x: is the naming convention for Word files AutoSave ~ # # # package. asd, where # # # is a number generated randomly by Windows.

Open saved files

Note: # # # numbers may not be the same as the file name. asd because Word avoids any naming conflicts with the files. bak exist.

Save the recovered file.

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When files are renamed

Word encountered file corruption while opening . This document may be retrieved. Attempt recovery now?

After the word renames files. asd, it does not automatically open the files. bak, then you should open them manually by clicking Open on the File menu. A list of all. Na caixa Nome do arquivo. bak files, type ~ wra *. bak In the File name box.

Article ID: 107686 - Last Review: Monday, July 1, 2013 - Revision: 10.0

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