Unable to recover your data? QuickBooks has a feature called the ADR tool if you are experiencing such a situation. In this guide, we will cover all the data that could be restored and that could not be restored. We have shared a table that would help you confirm before you proceed to restore the backup of your data.
Since you have gained some understanding regarding the ADR tool, now go through with a reminder and then the steps to fix your issue. This guide explains what the QuickBooks ADR tool is, how it works, and the smart way to use it before disaster strikes.
Before you proceed, a few reminders:
- ADR is only available for QuickBooks Pro, Premier, and Enterprise Solutions for Windows.
- The ADR tool is not available in Accountant Editions.
- The ADR file size limitation is 1.5 GB. If your backup is bigger than 1.5 GB, QuickBooks will not generate an ADR file.
- Ensure that your QuickBooks Desktop is always up to date with the latest updates.
- Follow the solutions in the order shown.
What to do?
- Make sure you are running a Latest version of QuickBooks Desktop.
- Create a manual backup of your company file.
- Ensure you have admin rights on the computer & the company file.
- Close all other Intuit applications before starting recovery to avoid file conflicts.
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Recover recent transactions using the original.TLG file with .QBW.adr file
- On your desktop, create a new folder and name it QBTest.
- Launch the folder that has your company file.
- In your company file’s folder, take a look at the .tlg file. The name must be similar to your company file.
- In case you are not able to identify the transaction log file, use these steps to show your file extension.
- Press Windows + E and open File Explorer.
- Click on Organize and select Folder and search options.
- Click on Hide extensions for known file types.
- Click on Apply > OK.
- Now, you need to copy the .tlg file of the company file.
- Paste it in the QBTest folder.
- Open the folder QuickBooksAutoDataRecovery.
- Copy the .QBW.adr file.
- Paste it into the QBTest folder. Now, you must be having a QBW.adr and a .tlg file in your QBTest folder.
- Right-click on the .QBW.adr file and click on Rename.
- Now, you need to delete the .adr extension file.
- Launch QuickBooks.
- Open the company file that you have saved in your QBTest folder.
- You are required to register your account to verify all transactions are there.
- Click on the file and select Utilities.
- Now, click on Verify Data and check the data integrity of the recovered file.
Recover recent transactions using .QBW.adr and .TLG.adr files.
- Open your Desktop and create a new folder with the name QBTest.
- Open the folder where you have saved the company file.
- Search for the QuickBooksAutoDataRecovery folder.
- Now, browse.TLG.adr and QBW.adr files and apply the steps below.
- Press Windows + E key and open File Explorer.
- Click on Organize and choose Folder and search options.
- Select Hide extensions for known file types.
- Click Apply > OK.
- Copy the.TLG.adr and QBW.adr files.
- Paste them into the QBTest folder.
- Launch QuickBooks.
- Open the company file that you must have saved in your QBTest folder.
- Click on the File > Utilities.
- Then Verify Data to check the integrity of the recovered file.
- If you find this copy fit, you can move the damaged company file to another location. Also, you can transfer the copy to the original folder.
Pro tips
- Keep multiple backup copies, even if you are using ADR.
- Run the Verify Data and Rebuild Data utilities first; sometimes that resolves minor corruption without restoring from ADR.
- Label each backup with the date/time to avoid overwriting healthy files.
Conclusion
This guide provided you with complete information regarding restoring data through the ADR tool. However, sometimes it may not work either due to a technical gap in following the instructions or due to a system settings issue.
If you are not able to restore your data, contact our QuickBooksupportnet at +1(866)500-0076.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is QuickBooks ADR Tool?
Auto Data Recovery is a feature of QuickBooks Desktop that could be used in case of data loss or corruption in the file. The ADR tool helps in recovering nearly all of your data.
Why do we need the QuickBooks ADR Tool?
It is necessary to recover or restore the damaged or lost QuickBooks data. The ADR tool is an effective feature that could save your workflow and business growth.
What is a .tlg file in QuickBooks?
The long form of the tlg file is a transaction log file and is an important part of the company file.