View data recovered online

What is displayed on the results page

After processing the damaged file, the service displays available information about the recovered data. The content of the preview depends on the file type and the amount of data that was successfully recovered.

The following may be available on the page:

• screenshots of recovered pages or file elements;
• a demo file to check the structure and formatting;
• the size of the original damaged file;
• the size of the final recovered file;
• the number of recovered pages, sheets, emails, objects, or other elements;
• additional statistics depending on the file format.

Preview of recovered data

The service can display up to four screenshots of the recovered data. These images help you visually assess the result: the presence of text, tables, pages, slides, charts, objects, or other elements of the original file.

If fewer than four screenshots are displayed on the page, it means that the service was only able to prepare that amount of data for preview. The number of screenshots depends on the structure of the damaged file and the recovery result.

What is a DEMO file

A DEMO file allows you to check what the recovered file will look like after downloading the full version. It preserves the structure, formatting, number of pages, sheets, slides, and other technical features of the recovered document.

However, the DEMO file does not reveal all of the recovered data. Text, cell values, and other content may be replaced with the word demo. This is done to allow for a preliminary review of the results without providing the full version of the file prior to payment.

The DEMO file is not an abridged version of the recovered document. It shows the structure and formatting of the future file but hides the recovered content.

How to assess the quality of recovery

Before downloading the full version, we recommend carefully reviewing the information on the results page. Compare the size of the original file with the size of the recovered file, view the available screenshots, and review the recovery statistics.

If the recovered file contains the expected number of pages, sheets, objects, or messages, and the DEMO file retains the desired structure, this is a good sign of a successful recovery.

What statistics may be displayed

Online File Repair displays different recovery parameters for different file types. This helps you better understand what data has been found and prepared for download.

• Microsoft Word: number of pages, words, paragraphs, tables, and other document elements.
• Microsoft Excel: number of sheets, cells, tables, and recovered data in the workbook.
• Microsoft PowerPoint: number of slides, media files, text objects, charts, and other presentation elements.
• Adobe Photoshop: number of recovered objects, layers, and image elements.
• AutoCAD: the number of recovered drawing objects.
• CorelDRAW: the number of objects found and recovered in the file.
• Outlook Express: the number of recovered emails.
• PDF, Access, DBF, Illustrator, and other formats: available statistics depend on the structure of the source file and recovery capabilities.

What to Check Before Paying

Before paying and downloading the full version of the file, we recommend checking a few important points:

1. View screenshots of the recovered data.
2. Download and open the DEMO file.
3. Check whether the desired file structure has been preserved.
4. Compare the number of pages, sheets, slides, emails, or objects with the original file.
5. Estimate the size of the recovered file.
6. Make sure the recovery result is suitable for your needs.

When to download the full version

It makes sense to download the full recovered version if the preview shows the data you need, the DEMO file opens correctly, and the document structure meets your expectations.

After payment, you will gain access to the recovered file without the word demo replacing any data. The full version will contain the data that the service was able to extract from the damaged file.

If the recovery result appears incomplete

Sometimes the file damage is too severe, and only part of the data can be recovered. In this case, the results page may contain fewer pages, objects, emails, sheets, or other elements than were in the original file.

If you have doubts about the result, carefully review the DEMO file and screenshots before paying. This will help you determine if the recovered data is sufficient for further work.

Need help with the recovery results?

If you don’t understand what the recovery statistics mean, can’t open the DEMO file, or are unsure whether the result is suitable for download, contact Online File Repair support.

When contacting us, please specify the file format and size, and briefly describe what data you expected to see after recovery. This will help us assess the situation more quickly.

Frequently Asked Questions About Viewing Recovered Data

Why is a preview needed?

Preview allows you to evaluate the recovery results before paying. You can view screenshots, check the file structure, and review the available statistics.

Why do I only see a few screenshots?

The service displays up to four screenshots. If there are fewer, it means that only this amount of recovered data is available for preview.

What does the DEMO file show?

The DEMO file shows the structure, formatting, and general appearance of the recovered file. However, the content may be replaced with the word “demo”.

Is the DEMO file different from the full version?

Yes. The DEMO file hides the recovered data but preserves the file structure. The full version, available after payment, contains the recovered content without the “demo” replacement.

How do I know if it’s worth paying for the recovered file?

Check the screenshots, open the DEMO file, and compare the recovery statistics with the expected contents of the original file.

What should I do if not all data has been recovered?

If the result appears incomplete, review the DEMO file and screenshots before paying. If necessary, contact support and specify the file format, size, and expected data.