Restore Drill Log

Practice recovering a harmless file to a separate location. Document the result so you know what to fix before an emergency.

NON-DESTRUCTIVE CHECKLIST

Run your rehearsal.

Do not test by erasing your working originals or typing account passwords into this page.

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I chose a harmless sample file and noted what it contains. I identified the actual backup destination and backup date. I restored to a new folder—not over the working original. I opened and inspected the restored file. I checked whether an older version can be recovered if needed. I recorded gaps and decided what to fix next.

Date of test

Backup source type (no file names or passwords)

What worked? What needs attention?

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