How to Recover Deleted MP4 Files on Windows 10/11 [Latest Methods]

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Can deleted MP4 files be recovered?

An MP4 file is one of the most common video files used on Windows and macOS operating systems. Chances are, you have some MP4 videos saved on your computer or phone, and most websites usually utilize MP4 as their video format. If you're wondering whether you can recover deleted MP4 files, check out the information below. We'll list a few situations where you might be able to restore MP4 files:

• Accidentally deleting MP4 files. If you intended to delete pictures or documents on your computer but mistakenly removed MP4 video files, you can easily recover them from the Recycle Bin on Windows 10 or 11.
• Accidentally formatting storage devices. If you formatted your hard drive or another storage device by mistake, all the data on it might be lost, but you can still use data recovery software to restore formatted MP4 files.
• Sudden hard drive failure. If a damaged hard drive caused the deletion or corruption of MP4 files, you can use professional software to recover/repair MP4 videos.
• Malware deleting/hiding MP4 files. Certain computer viruses and malware can maliciously delete or hide personal files, and you can recover MP4 files by revealing hidden files on Windows 11.

It's time to learn the detailed steps of five methods to recover deleted MP4 files from Windows!

Fix 1: Recover Deleted MP4 Files with MP4 Recovery Software When you accidentally delete MP4 files, you can use professional MP4 recovery software to retrieve them. These tools scan your device to find deleted files that haven't yet been overwritten by new data. Here's how to use MP4 recovery software: 1. **Choose the right software**: There are various MP4 recovery tools available, such as tools Data Recovery Wizard, Recuva, and Disk Drill. Select a well-reviewed software that is compatible with your device. 2. **Download and install**: Visit the official website of the software you've chosen, download it, and install it on your computer. 3. **Connect your device**: Connect the device containing the deleted MP4 files (like an SD card, USB drive, or smartphone) to your computer. 4. **Start scanning**: Run the software, select the device you want to scan, and initiate a thorough scan to locate missing files. 5. **Preview and recover**: After the scan, the software will display the found files. You can preview the MP4 files to ensure they are recoverable. Select the files you want to restore, click the "Recover" button, and save them to a secure location. It's crucial to recover the files as soon as possible, as new data writes might overwrite the deleted files, making recovery difficult or impossible.

In most cases of lost or deleted MP4 files, you need professional data recovery software to boost the efficiency of MP4 file recovery. How do you choose a good MP4 video recovery program?

Data Recovery Wizard Pro meets all these criteria, and you can download a free trial to test the tool.

Let's see what the Recovery Toolbox can do for you:

• Recover deleted videos, including MP4, MOV, AVI, M4V, 3GP, and MKV video files.
• Recover deleted videos from DJI, as well as SD cards, internal hard drives, external hard drives, and other devices.
• Supports various operating systems, including the latest Windows OS and macOS.

You can use a tool to recover deleted MP4 video files, and click the link to read the tool recovery software review.

Step 1. Run the Video Recovery Wizard and select the location or device from where you lost/deleted your videos. Click on “Scan” to look for the lost videos.

Select a location, then click “Scan”.

Step 2: After the scan is finished, choose "Video" from the left panel. Go to "Lost Files" or "All Files" to find the video you need. Select the found video and click "Preview".

Step 3: Choose the video files you want to recover. Click “Recover” to save them to another secure location on your computer or an external storage device.

After recovering deleted MP4 videos with this method, feel free to share this guide to help more users.

Solution 2: Recover MP4 Video by Undeleting MP4

The second method is simple but works only if you have just deleted the MP4 video file. You will take simple steps to undo the deletion or movement of the MP4.

Step 1. After deleting the MP4 file from the File Explorer, click on the ellipsis to open more options, and then choose “Undo.” This will instantly restore the deleted MP4 video.

Step 2. You can also use the undo shortcut to recover the deleted file quickly. Press Control + Z keys simultaneously to retrieve the MP4 file.

If you've lost files as a result, you can attempt to recover them with the information in this article.

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Repair 3: Recover Deleted MP4 File from Recycle Bin

If the undo option doesn't work and you haven't restored the deleted file, you can recover the deleted MP4 file from the Recycle Bin. The Recycle Bin keeps files for 30 days after they're deleted from your computer.

We will teach you how to recover deleted files from the Recycle Bin: How to Recover Deleted Files from the Recycle Bin.

Step 1: You can easily find the Recycle Bin icon on your desktop. Right-click the icon and select "Open," or simply double-click the icon to open the Recycle Bin.

Step 2: Check the folder and find the deleted MP4 files in the Recycle Bin. Select the files, right-click on them, and choose “Restore.”

If you emptied the Recycle Bin after deleting MP4 files, use a Data Recovery Wizard tool for Recycle Bin recovery.

Solution 4: Recover MP4 Files with Backup and Restore

If you didn't manually back up your MP4 files to an external hard drive, check the Backup and Restore tool that comes with Windows. If you have automatic backups turned on, this tool will create backups for you.

Now, let us see how to perform MP4 file recovery using Windows Backup and Restore:

Step 1. Open the Windows Control Panel using the search box.

Click on “Open Control Panel”.

Step 2. In the opened Control Panel window, click on “System and Security”.

Click on “System and Security”.

Step 3: Select “Backup and Restore (Windows 7)” and click “Restore my files” if you have a backup. If you don't, it will prompt you to create one.

Step 4. If you want to restore deleted MP4 folder, choose “Browse Folders”.

Click on “Browse for files” to recover deleted MP4 files.

Step 5: Choose a new location to save the recovered MP4 file.

Fix 5: Recover Deleted MP4 Video using File History

File History can also help you recover deleted MP4 videos. After you turn on File History on your computer, it backs up documents, videos, photos, audio, and more. You can easily restore MP4 files with File History:

Step 1. You can also find File History from the Control Panel.

Step 2. Once the File History window opens, click on the “Restore your files with File History” button. You will see backups created at different points in time. Select a backup copy that contains the deleted MP4 file.

Step 3. Select the MP4 file and click the green button to recover your deleted MP4 video.

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After reading the 5 recommended ways, have you recovered your deleted MP4 files from the Windows computer? The first method is recommended as the best way to recover deleted/lost files from different storage devices. Using the tool Data Recovery Wizard, you can restore deleted MP4 files along with photos, documents, emails, and audio.

You can choose the most suitable method to recover your lost MP4 videos.

Frequently Asked Questions about MP4 Video Recovery

Do you have more questions about MP4 video recovery? Check out these four frequently asked questions and their answers:

How do I recover deleted movie files in MP4 format?

You can use the following methods to recover deleted MP4 movie files:

1. Recover MP4 movies using Data Recovery Wizard tool 2. Restore deleted MP4 movies with the Undo option 3. Retrieve deleted MP4 movie files from the Recycle Bin 4. Perform MP4 movie recovery via Backup and Restore feature 5. Recover deleted MP4 movies using the File History function

2. Why Can't I Find My Deleted MP4 Files in the Recycling Bin?

You might have emptied the Recycling Bin accidentally after deleting MP4 files, so you cannot find the files in the Recycling Bin folder. Or you may have mistakenly hidden the MP4 file in File Explorer. You can unhide the file to restore MP4 videos.

3. What is the best MP4 recovery tool?

Here are some recommended MP4 recovery tools:

1. Tool: Data Recovery Wizard 2. Stellar Photo Recovery 3. Recuva 4. Disk Drill Data Recovery 5. Disk Doctor Photo Recovery 6. Remo Recover Media 7. DMDE Free Edition 8. TestDisk 9. Puran File Recovery 10. DiskDigger

4. What if the recovered MP4 files are damaged?

You can use a Data Recovery Wizard tool to fix corrupted MP4 files. This software not only recovers deleted MP4 files but also automatically repairs damaged videos.