Is there any chance I could get the old file back?
Thank you!!!
Recover finale file
Moderators: Peter Thomsen, miker
I did the stupidest thing ever today. I named my new file same as the old file. When I was trying to save it, Finale asked me if I'd like to replace the old file and I clicked "yes".
Is there any chance I could get the old file back?
Thank you!!!
Is there any chance I could get the old file back?
Thank you!!!
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motet
- Posts: 8265
- Joined: Tue Dec 06, 2016 8:33 pm
- Finale Version: 2014.5,2011,2005,27
- Operating System: Windows
It probably saved your old file, changing the name from .musx to .bakx. If it's not in the same folder as the file you replaced, look in Preferences/Folders, to see where it's putting backup files.
Thank you! I checked the folder. No, it's gone...
It's okay. Thank you!
It's okay. Thank you!
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ebiggs1
- Posts: 1434
- Joined: Tue Dec 06, 2016 8:57 am
- Finale Version: Finale 27.3
- Operating System: Windows
The bak file will be a no-go since it is made when you save the work file. However there is a chance that the auto save file is still in tact. Look in that folder and cross your fingers.
Finale 27.4.1 - Perfect Layout Silver - Note Performer 4.4 - SmartScore Pro 64 - Windows 11
President, The Shawnee Concert Band, Composer/Arranger, retired Music Teacher.
President, The Shawnee Concert Band, Composer/Arranger, retired Music Teacher.
