Having lost files from corrupted memory card? Take it easy, this article will help you recover data from corrupted memory card on Mac or Windows system easily.
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When a memory card becomes corrupted, this will lead to the loss of some or even all the data stored on it because of various reasons. Common reasons for corruption of memory cards include:
- Abrupt removal of memory card from your device;
- Formatting of the memory card;
- Sudden power surge during copying process;
- Virus attack.
Besides the four common reasons for memory card corruption, there are also many other reasons such as capturing photos when the camera is low on battery or shooting and deleting files rapidly when the card is full, etc. There are so many reasons that will result in memory card crash in digital life and obviously, it is hard to avoid them completely. But fortunately, if you can find a good-performance yet reliable corrupted memory card recovery software as your personal assistant, then you can never worry about the data loss issues on any type of memory card.
In this article, we could like to introduce the best Memory Card Recovery software to help you deal with all kinds of data loss issues on it, and you can follow the instructions to recover data from corrupted memory card on Mac or Windows computer easily.
It is recommended that the best program to recover corrupted memory cards is Recoverit. This program can recover all kinds of data from your memory card, including pictures, videos, audio files, document files, and more.
No matter, the data was lost due to deletion, format, or corruption, Recoverit will help you get them back without hassle. With it, you can even preview found images and some videos before recovery. It is totally a risk-free and easy-to-use card recovery program.
Below is a step-by-step procedure on how to recover data from a corrupted memory card on Mac using Recoverit.
Step 1. Download Recoverit on PC/Mac and choose data loss location.
Once you have successfully installed Recoverit on your Mac, then directly launch it. Now let's select the recovery modes that you wish to use. Here, you're recommended to have a trial on "External Device Recovery".
Or you can directly use the default "All-Around Recovery" mode once the program is launched. This mode will help you get more recoverable files but need more time on scanning.
Step 2. Choose the target partition and click the "Start" button.
Once you choose "External Device" in the primary window, then you'll be required to connect the memory card to Mac via a card reader. Then, you can see the below interface and simply check your disk, then click "Next" to begin scanning.
Step 3. Preview and select the data you want to recover.
After scanning, all found contents will be displayed in the window according to file structures or file types. You only need to select files you need to retrieve and click the "Recover" button to save them on your Mac.
Note: If you cannot find the needed data in the corrupted memory card with the "External Device Recovery", please click the "All-Around Recovery" option in the left-bottom panel to conduct a deep scanning on your card. To get more tips about recovering files from SD card, just click the link to learn more.
If you are using a Windows-based computer, Recoverit can help you easily recover accidentally deleted or lost photos, videos, audio files, etc. just like the Mac version does.
2,965,271 people have downloaded itThe ideal way to make sure that you properly recover the lost or corrupted data from your SDHC card is to use the Recoverit (IS) for Windows. This step-by-step guide shows you how to accomplish the task on Windows.
Step 1. Select a partition to start to recover your data.
As soon as the memory card recovery tool is opened, the dialogue box will show you the 8 data recovery options. Select one of them to begin your recovery process immediately, here, you're recommended to take a trial on "External Devices Recovery".
Step 2. Connect the corrupt memory card to your computer.
Ensure that the memory card is shown as a drive. You need to select the card from the displayed drives and then click the "Start" button to begin the searching of lost data.
Step 3. Preview and select the data you want to recover.
After the process of scanning is completed, you can preview all files on the memory card as you like. Finally, tick the data you wish to retrieve and click on the "Recover" button to save them on your computer.
Done! The files you selected have been recovered from your corrupt memory card completely. Easy, right? By the way, if your target files not be found in the "External Device Recovery" mode, then don't hesitate to take a trial on the "All-Around Recovery" mode, because it will help you get your needed data back soon.
So, here are 10 tips that will help prevent you from running into a memory card disaster:
- Format a new memory card as soon as you get it to make sure the memory card is using a file system the camera recognizes.
- Use multiple small cards, instead of one big one.
- Always leave a few extra shots on your memory card.
- Always safely "eject" your memory card from the computer.
- Store your cards in a safe place.
- Turn off your camera before removing the memory card.
- Use a good quality card reader.
- Don't push your batteries to the limit.
- Don't use the same card on multiple cameras.
- Only use good quality memory cards.
Elva
staff Editor