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Thumbs up Answer: Clicked "Save" instead of "Save As" and need to recover original

Hi there! I'm sorry to hear that you accidentally saved over your original document. Don't worry, there are a few things you can try to recover it.
  1. Check the Recycle Bin/Trash: If you're using a Windows computer, check your Recycle Bin. If you're using a Mac, check your Trash. If you find the original document there, simply right-click on it and select "Restore" or drag it back to your desktop.
  2. Use the "Recover Unsaved Documents" featu In Microsoft Word, go to the "File" tab and select "Open." In the bottom right corner of the window, click on "Recover Unsaved Documents." This will bring up a list of any unsaved documents that Word has automatically saved. Look for the one that matches the name of your original document and select it. If you're lucky, this may be the version you're looking for.
  3. Check for previous versions: If you have the "AutoRecover" feature turned on in Word, it may have saved a previous version of your document. To check for this, go to the "File" tab and select "Info." Click on "Manage Document" and then "Recover Unsaved Documents." Look for the one that matches the name of your original document and select it.
  4. Use a file recovery tool: If none of the above options work, you may need to use a file recovery tool. There are many free and paid options available online, such as Recuva or EaseUS Data Recovery. These tools scan your computer for deleted or lost files and attempt to recover them.

I hope one of these options helps you recover your original document.
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