How to recover cached files on Android SD Card

"I accidentally cleared the cache on my LG smartphone's SD card storage, resulting in the deletion of half of my gallery photos. How can I retrieve all the pictures and app data?"

Android cache files can be saved on both the Android internal storage and the external SD card. If you completely delete this folder without a backup, you risk removing data from your Android internal storage or some of the external SD card's data.

So, what should you do when you lose files from the memory card?

1. First of all, stop using the SD card on your Android phone.
2. Next, get a reliable data recovery solution to retrieve your lost files.

How to Recover Deleted Cache Files from Android SD Card

If the cached files and pictures were on the SD card, you can recover deleted cache pictures and files from Android SD card with either of the two methods provided here.

Manual Method - Recovering Deleted Cache Images

This is a three-step solution that might recover the cached images, but the recovered images may not appear at their original size.

Step 1: Open My Files or Storage on your Android phone.

Step 2: Go into the Android folder and find then open a folder named "Data."

Step 3: In the "Data" folder, open the com.sec....gallery3d folder.

Step 4: You'll see a Cache folder. Open it, and you should see thumbnail images of some of your deleted files.

Step 5: Change the file extensions to .png, .jpg, .jpeg, and so on.

Step 6: Now, you can restore the cached image files and view them again in the Gallery.

Automatic methods to Recover Cached Images and Files from Android SD Card

Step #1: Download a reliable file recovery software

For this, you need to get help from reliable data recovery software. Tool Data Recovery Wizard supports scanning your Android SD card and finds all lost files for you.

If you're on a Mac, download the Mac version.

Step 2: Connect the Android SD card to the computer

You'll need to remove the SD card from your Android phone and insert it into a computer using a card reader.

Step 3: Recover Deleted Cache Files from Android SD Card

Wait for your SD card to appear on your computer, then follow the steps in How to Recover Data from an Android SD Card and How to Recover Deleted Files from an SD Card:

Step 1: Select the SD card to scan

• Download and install the Data Recovery Wizard tool on your Windows computer.
• Connect your SanDisk/Lexar/Transcend SD card to the computer using the appropriate method.
• Launch the SD card recovery software. On the left side, select "SD Card Recovery." All connected drives will be displayed here. Choose your SD card and click "Scan."

Step 2: Review the scan results

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Step 3: Recover Data from SD Card

• Preview the recovered files and click “Recover”. • Select a location other than the original SD card to save the recovered files.

How to Recover Deleted Cache Files from Android Internal Storage

If the cached data you want to recover is stored in your Android phone's internal storage, you can use the MobiSaver for Android tool to retrieve it. This tool covers various scenarios that lead to data loss on Android devices. Here are some of its features for your reference:

• Recovers lost data due to accidental deletion, virus attacks, device malfunctions, and more.
• Scans and previews all photos, contacts, messages, and more on your Android device.
• Easily and quickly retrieves lost files and data in just three simple steps.
• 100% secure and compatible with all operating systems.

Download Android MobiSaver right now and follow the guide below to recover cached files from your Android device.

Step 1: Select the SD card to scan

• Download and install the Data Recovery Wizard tool on your Windows computer.
• Connect your SanDisk/Lexar/Transcend SD card to the computer using the appropriate method.
• Launch the SD card recovery software. On the left side, select "SD Card Recovery." This will display all connected drives. Choose your SD card and click "Scan."

Step 2: Check the scan results

• Wait for the scan to complete.
• Select one or more file types to display, such as pictures or videos.
• Click "Preview" to make sure they're the files you want.

Step 3: Recover Data from SD Card

• Preview the recovered files and click "Restore."
• Select a location different from the original SD card to save the restored files.

Bottom line

In short, the methods described on this page do not guarantee a 100% recovery of deleted or lost cache files, especially those from specific apps.

The best way to protect your files from being deleted is to regularly back up important files on your phone. Proceed with caution when cleaning your device's storage and cache files.