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Microsoft Support: View the version history of an item or file in a list or library
Documents SharePoint version history with previous versions, modified metadata, restore actions, and version history availability in lists and libraries.
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Pattern Decisions This Source Supports
| Pattern | Supported decision | Required contract | Claim note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Version history | Choose version history when the user needs durable previous version snapshots with preview, compare, restore, name, or citation behavior. | Opening version history identifies the current version and keeps it visible while browsing previous versions. | Microsoft SharePoint documents version history metadata and restore actions. |
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- Version history vs activity log vs timeline vs undo
Microsoft documents SharePoint version history metadata and restore actions for files and list items.
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