[DavidSvec]

Hi, we've got a word file on a USB memory stick which has been corrupted beyond Words ability to recover.
The file is about 13Mb, and opens to display a page full of squares!
Opening in other programs such as notepad/wordpad/openoffice meets with similar results - blank, # or squares again!

Is there any way to retrieve the information in the file?
Many thanks.

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[SydneyWade]

Best Answer

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but I doubt it. I assume that you can save a utility called SQL Server Recovery Toolbox. It is a powerful tool which I've heard a lot of good reviews. I hope it will help you. http://www.oemailrec...ord_repair.html

For the future, NEVER work on a file stored on a flash drive / USB memory stick. Instead copy the file to the computer to work on it, and when done copy it back. That way there is plenty of space for all the temp files that are needed by Word (and other applications.)
 

[SydneyWade]

Here's something to look at:
http://support.micro...=kb;en-us;87856

https://community.of.../f/172/t/269739

 

[DavidSvec]

I am very grateful for your advice. Thank you very much! The issue has been resolved.)

[123Runner]

Thanks for letting us know. Could you tell us what the resolution was?