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Dropbox Help: Restore or recover deleted files or folders
Documents recovering deleted files and folders from Dropbox's deleted-files surface, including plan-dependent recovery limits.
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| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restore from trash | Choose restore from trash when the product supports soft deletion and a recoverable deleted-items location. | Deleting an object removes it from normal views and records enough metadata for later recovery. | Dropbox documents recovering deleted files and folders from a deleted-files surface. |
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- Restore from trash vs undo vs destructive action confirmation vs draft state
Dropbox documents a deleted-files recovery surface with recovery limits.
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