iPhone Files App | How to Use the Files App and Recover Files on iPhone & iPad

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Apple's "Files" app is incredibly useful. So, how do you use it to manage and recover files on your Apple device? Apple's iPhones and iPads are known for their unique features. These phones offer functions that other phones don't, like the camera and user interface design. One of these features is a built-in file manager simply called the Files app.

This image demonstrates the Files app on an iPhone.

Though it has many great, simple features, they can be hard to use for those unfamiliar with Apple devices, and losing files can be difficult to recover from.

So, how do you use the Files app on your iPhone, and how can you recover files from it? Let's dive in and find out.

Overview of the Files App on iPhone

"Files on iPhones" is an app developed specifically by Apple for its iOS devices. As the name suggests, it allows you to access files stored on your phone. Moreover, you can synchronize this app with various online storage services, such as:

• Apple's iCloud or iTunes
• Google Drive
• Microsoft OneDrive

That means you can access your files from any of your devices, no matter where the files are stored. Apple is also constantly updating its major apps, such as Files, so you should make sure you have the latest version of your apps by:

Step 1: Go to the "Settings" menu.

Step 2. Tap on “General.”

Step 3: Find and tap “Software Update.”

Step 4: Wait for the update to download and install.

This will ensure that you have the latest version of the app, with all its exciting new features.

Where is the Files app on iPhone and iPad?

Opening the “Files” app on your iPhone or iPad is simple. Once you're at your device's home screen, look for a blue icon that resembles a folder. This is the “Files” app you'll want to access. If you don't see it, you can get it by:

Step 1: Swipe down from the top of the home screen.

Step 2: Click the search bar.

Step 3: Type File in the search box.

Step 4: The Files app should appear at the top of the search results.

Step 5: Tap on the app icon to run it.

The app's basic user interface lets you browse your device effectively. However, you can find various options, such as:

• Location, meaning iCloud or device storage
• Favorites - frequently used folders
• Tags - labeled files, such as important or work-related documents

Now, you can find the “Files” app by swiping right on your iPad or iPhone until you reach the Home Screen. However, the bright blue icon stands out and is hard to miss, so it should be easy to locate and use.

How to Use the Files App on Your iPhone or iPad

If you're wondering how to use the Files app on your iPhone, it's simple – just follow the steps above to find it. Then, you can use it for a variety of tasks. First, you should connect the Files app to online storage services like Google Drive or OneDrive.

Here is how it could work:

1. Open the Files app on your iPhone.

Step 2: Click on the dropdown menu in the top-right corner of the screen.

Browse files with the Files app

Step 3: Scroll to the third option, “Edit.”

Step 4: Find "Google Drive and OneDrive" in the list.

Step 5: Turn on each online server or cloud server that you want to run by switching its status to On.

Step 6: Log in to the service and make it work properly.

Now that your account is linked to your iPhone, you can search for the file you need across cloud storage. Here's how to do it:

Step 1: Click on the "Search" bar.

Step 2: Type the name of the file or folder you're looking for.

Then, you can add these files to your “Favorites,” so you can get to them quickly without having to find the Files app on your iPhone. You can also “star” specific files so you don't have to search for them again.

You can do the same on an iPad. In addition, you have several options for the file.

Step 1:  Go to the file you want to change.

Step 2: Tap and hold the file.

Step 3: From this pop-up menu, you can perform various actions.

Now, you can compress the file to save space. You can also move or copy the file to another location in your storage. Alternatively, rename, share, or open the file in a new window. The same applies to iPhones and iPads.

How to Recover Recently Deleted Documents in the "Files" App

The Files app on iPhone has an auto-recovery feature that holds onto deleted files for 30 days before permanently removing them.

So, if you accidentally delete a document or other important file, the Files app gives you the chance to recover it. It's one of the handiest features of the built-in app. As such, there's nothing particularly special you have to do to recover files in the Files app on your iPhone.

Here's how to do it:

Step 1: Reopen the Files app.

Step 2: Click “Browse” in the lower section.

Step 3: On this page, look for the "Recently Deleted" option.

Step 4. Here, you'll see all your recently deleted files.

When it loads, select one or more of the files you want to restore. Remember, this will only show files deleted recently. Anything deleted over 30 days ago won't appear here.

Now, tap and hold the file you want to restore. You can select multiple files at once. When you do, the “Files” app will change the bottom option to “Restore” or “Delete.”

Selecting the Delete option will permanently erase the files, whereas clicking Restore will place the files back in their original location. Thus, you must remember where the file was before restoring it.

How to Recover Permanently Deleted Files on an iPhone or iPad

If you've permanently deleted your files, don't despair. You can use a reliable iOS data recovery tool – the MobiSaver tool to retrieve deleted data from your phone. Yes, this includes deleted and lost data that wasn't backed up.

You might be wondering how to recover without a backup. iPhone Data Recovery has the ability to scan your iPhone deeply and restore deleted files that you can't even get back from the built-in Files app. Apart from retrieving deleted photos or documents, this tool can help you recover much more, such as text messages, contacts, chat logs, app data, and more.

Step 1: Connect your iPhone to your computer

Launch the MobiSaver tool. Click “Recover from iOS Device” on the left, then click “Start.”

"Step 2." Scanning Lost iPhone Data

MobiSaver will scan your iPhone/iPad/iPod automatically and find all the existing data, as well as some of the lost data. Just wait for the scan to complete.

Step 3: Click the "Recover" button.

From here, you can select the lost data that you want to recover, such as photos, videos, contacts, messages, memos, voice mail, and other files, and save them to another location.

Most importantly, you can recover all this data without having to look for backups or restorable files. Yet, the best thing about this tool might be how it handles one particular scenario – if you've deleted your files.

Including but not limited to:

• Recover accidentally deleted files.
• Retrieve files from a locked or disabled iPhone.
• Restore files after a jailbreak failure or factory reset.
• Recover data from an iPhone with a damaged or cracked screen.

All these point to the powerful capabilities of MobiSaver, and the hassle it can save you. So, all you have to do is download and install the tool on your computer. Then, connect your iPhone to the computer and let the tool scan it.

Conclusions

Using the Files app on an iPhone isn't a complicated process. However, for users who find it difficult, especially new iPhone users or those who have recently switched from Android to iPhone, this article should serve as a guide. Additionally, they can easily recover lost files on their iPhone or iPad using the MobiSaver tool.