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Copy and pasting is a very useful feature on our devices, however, accidents do happen and sometimes we accidentally delete something we copied that we could have used again at a later point in time. Luckily, on iPhone, it is possible to recover copy and paste history in different ways. This blog will take you through the different methods in detail.
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The Challenge of Recovering Copy and Paste History on iPhone
The challenge of recovering copy and paste history on your iPhone is that, by default, iPhone does not save the history of things that have been copied to the clipboard. Therefore in order to recover anything that was deleted from the clipboard, you need to follow some different methods.
Things You Should Prepare for
Before we start, you will need to prepare a few things. Firstly, make sure that your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS available. Secondly, ensure that you have backed up all your data on iCloud or iTunes. Finally, you will need a computer and an iPhone data recovery software.
Method 1: Via Third-Party Apps
One of the easiest ways to recover deleted clipboard history on iPhone is through third-party apps. Some apps available online can recover the history of what was on your clipboard. The steps to follow would be:
1. Go to the App Store and search for clipboard history recovery apps.
2. Download and install the app of your choice.
3. Open the app and give it the necessary permissions for accessing data on your iPhone.
4. If the app can recover your clipboard history, it will display it.
5. Tap the items you want to recover and save them to your iPhone.
6. You can then easily access them in your notes app or copy them back to the clipboard.
Pros:
1. Easy to use
2. Fast recovery
Cons:
1. May require payment
2. Not all apps are reliable
Method 2: Using iCloud
iCloud is a great feature that can help you recover deleted clipboard history on your iPhone. To use iCloud, you will need to follow these steps:
1. Check if your iPhone has iCloud enabled.
2. Open the iCloud website on your computer.
3. Sign in to your iCloud account.
4. Choose “Account Settings” and then click on “Restore Files”.
5. Select “Clipboard” and then click on the “Restore Files” button next to it.
6. Your clipboard history will be restored to your iPhone.
Pros:
1. Simple to use
2. No need to install third-party apps
Cons:
1. Must have enabled iCloud
2. iCloud has limited storage
Method 3: Using iTunes
iTunes is a popular software for managing and backing up iPhone data. It can also be used to recover deleted clipboard history. Here is how:
1. Connect your iPhone to your computer and open iTunes.
2. Choose your device from the list of available devices.
3. Click on “Restore Backup”.
4. Choose the most recent backup of your iPhone that you have created.
5. After the backup restoration is complete, disconnect your iPhone from the computer.
6. Your clipboard history will be restored to your iPhone.
Pros:
1. No need for third-party software
2. Reliable
Cons:
1. Can take time to restore backups
2. May cause data loss if not done correctly
Method 4: Using iPhone Data Recovery Software
If none of the above methods worked, or if you want a more advanced solution, you can try using a third-party iPhone data recovery software. Here are the steps:
1. Download and install an iPhone data recovery software on your computer.
2. Connect your iPhone to the computer using a USB cable.
3. Launch the software and click on “Scan” to scan your iPhone for deleted files.
4. Select the clipboard history files you want to recover.
5. Click on “Restore” to save recovered clipboard history files to your computer or device.
Pros:
1. Can recover various types of files
2. Advanced options
Cons:
1. May require payment
2. Not all software are reliable
Why Can’t I Recover My Clipboard History?
1. Clipboard history was not enabled in iPhone settings
Fix: Go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Clipboard and enable it.
2. Too much time has passed
Fix: Unfortunately, if it has been a while since the clipboard history was deleted, it may be impossible to recover.
3. The iPhone has been restored
Fix: Unfortunately, if the iPhone has been restored to its factory settings, all data including clipboard history, will be lost.
Additional Tips
1. It is always best to back up your iPhone to iCloud or iTunes periodically. This can help you avoid the loss of important data.
2. Delete unused apps or apps that use up too much space in your iPhone. This can help free up space for new files and history.
3. If you accidentally deleted data and had to restore a backup, it is important to ensure that the backup you choose to restore is the most recent.
5 FAQs About Recovering Copy and Paste History on iPhone
Q1: Can I recover clipboard history on an iPhone using iCloud backup?
A: Yes, it is possible to recover clipboard history on an iPhone using iCloud backup. Go to iCloud settings on your iPhone and enable backup options. This will ensure that clipboard history is backed up regularly.
Q2: Can I recover data deleted more than a month ago?
A: Unfortunately, data deleted more than a month ago cannot be recovered.
Q3: Can I recover copy and paste history without a computer?
A: Yes, it is possible to recover copy and paste history without a computer using third-party iPhone data recovery apps available in the App Store.
Q4: Do I need to enable clipboard history on iPhone?
A: Yes, you need to enable clipboard history in iPhone settings, otherwise, iPhone will not save your clipboard history.
Q5: What should I do if I can’t recover clipboard history on iPhone?
A: If none of the mentioned methods worked, you can contact Apple support for further assistance.
In Conclusion
Recovering copy and paste history on an iPhone is not impossible. With the above four methods, you can easily recover any deleted clipboard history. The key is to ensure that you have regularly backed up your device and have enabled clipboard history in iPhone settings. We hope this blog post has been helpful in guiding you through the different methods of clipboard history recovery.