DiskDigger is a straightforward recovery tool designed to help people retrieve lost photos and other files from phones, memory cards, and hard drives. It works by scanning storage media for remnants of deleted files and then reconstructing them when possible. For casual users, the interface is kept simple: choose the device or card to scan, pick a scan mode, preview results, and recover selected items. There are typically two scan modes — a quick/basic scan that looks for recently deleted images and a deeper scan that searches raw data sectors to find more file types and older deletions. The app supports common image formats (JPG, PNG), popular video formats, and many document and archive types, so it can be useful after accidental deletes, formatting, or corrupted directories. On mobile devices, the scope of recovery depends on system access: without elevated access, DiskDigger can often recover cached thumbnails and recently deleted photos; with full access it can perform a more thorough search of internal storage. On desktop systems, it can scan connected drives and recover files to a chosen folder. Key features include thumbnail previews for quick checking before recovering, selective recovery so you only restore what you need, and options to save recovered files to local storage or external media. It’s important to understand limitations: when deleted data is overwritten by new files, recovery becomes unlikely; fragmentation and long elapsed time since deletion also reduce success rates. DiskDigger is intended as a practical first step when files go missing — it gives users a clear way to attempt recovery without requiring deep technical knowledge, while making trade-offs between speed and thoroughness explicit so users can choose the approach that fits their situation.

How does DiskDigger recover lost files?

DiskDigger scans the memory of your device to find traces of deleted files. It uses advanced algorithms to reconstruct them and makes them available for recovery.

Can DiskDigger recover files from an external SD card?

Yes, if your device has access, DiskDigger can scan and recover files from an external SD card, provided the card is not physically damaged.

What types of files can be recovered using DiskDigger?

DiskDigger can recover various file types, including photos, videos, and documents like PDFs and Office files, depending on the scanning depth chosen.

How do I perform a full scan for file recovery?

To perform a full scan, follow these steps: 1. Open DiskDigger. 2. Select the memory partition you want to scan. 3. Choose 'Full Scan' method. 4. Grant root access if prompted. 5. Wait for the scan to complete and review recoverable files.

What factors can affect the success of file recovery?

The success of recovering lost files depends on various factors. These include how long ago the files were deleted, whether new data has overwritten the space, and the condition of the storage medium.