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Last year I also faced such issue. My SD card was behaving poor and I was so irritated. I formatted the card and it fixed all my issues.
I was advised by my professor to always eject the SD card properly.
Check your File Manager or Files by Google app (sometimes there’s a Trash/Recycle Bin where deleted files hang around for a few days). If it’s still there, just hit “Restore.”
If not, try checking Google Drive trash if they were ever synced.
If you still come up empty, you’ll probably need a android data recovery software. They have the ability to scan your phone for deleted files, including PDFs. Just install it on a PC, plug in your phone, and run a scan. It’ll show you what can still be recovered.
Just don’t use your phone too much till then (new stuff generally overwrites the deleted files)
Ah, the classic SD card drama- deleting everything and still being told it’s full. It’s like cleaning your fridge and the smell’s still there.
Turns out, your SD card is probably hoarding files in hidden folders like a digital squirrel. Or the file system’s just confused. This dude has given the right solution I guess.
Do let us know your experience.
Totally possible..and honestly, you’re right to avoid rooting. It’s not worth the risk just for data recovery. Rooting can mess up your system, void warranties, or even brick your phone if not done properly.
If you haven’t backed up your chats to Google Drive recently, try an android data recovery. They work without rooting and can recover various deleted whatsapp data.
Also, check your phone’s Recycle Bin or Google Drive first, just in case they’re still there.
Main thing: stop using the phone for new downloads/apps until you try recovery — or else the deleted data might get overwritten.
Here are few things you can try:
First, double-check Google Photos, Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive if you had any sync or backup turned on. These cloud apps usually keep deleted stuff for 30–60 days.
If there’s no backup and nothing in the trash, then your best shot is using an android data recovery software. It works without rooting and can recover deleted videos, even from internal storage or SD cards.
Just make sure you don’t add any new files or apps on your phone until recovery — or your deleted data might get overwritten.
Here’s a quick fix for the “Your PIN is no longer available” error:
1. At login, pick Sign-in options and use your password.
2. Press Windows + R, type %appdata%\Microsoft\Windows\Ngc, and delete all files in that folder.
3. Restart your PC.
4. Go to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options and create a new PIN.
If you can’t log in with your password, try password reset or Safe Mode.
If you use “Files by Google”, check the “Trash” section (it holds deleted stuff for 30 days, but only if the app was allowed access to manage your files).
If you didn’t use any backup or syncing options, opt for an Android data recovery software. I used it on my Windows laptop — it helped me recover most of my recordings, even ones that weren’t backed up.
Just remember..don’t use your phone too much until you try recovery.. new data can overwrite the deleted files.
Here’s how to fix the ftdibus.sys error blocking Memory Integrity:
1. Update the FTDI driver from the official FTDI website.
2. In Device Manager, find the USB device using the FTDI chip and update its driver.
3. If updating doesn’t work, disable the device in Device Manager, turn on Memory Integrity, then re-enable the device.
4. Restart the PC after updates.
You can hide photos and videos on your Android without deleting them or using any sketchy apps. Here are a few easy ways:
1. Use File Manager (No third-party app needed)
If your phone has a built-in File Manager:
Open File Manager > Settings
Enable “Show hidden files”
Create a new folder and name it something like .private. (the dots at the beginning and end matter)
Move the photos/videos you want to hide into that folder
Now go back and turn off “Show hidden files”
These files won’t show up in your Gallery anymore, but they’re still safe in your storage.
2. Use Google Photos Archive (Quick & Easy)
If you’re using Google Photos:
Open the app and select the images/videos you want to hide
Tap the three dots menu > Move to Archive
The media gets hidden from the main gallery but stays accessible under the Archive folder in Library
3. Samsung Users – Secure Folder
Go to Settings > Security > Secure Folder
Set it up with your Samsung account and preferred lock method
Add your photos/videos inside it
You can even hide the Secure Folder icon from your app drawer
Fix “Unable to determine volume version and state” error:
1. Don’t format the drive.
2. Use recovery software like Stellar to get your files back.
3. After recovery, run this in Command Prompt (as admin):
chkdsk X: /f
Replace X: with your drive letter.
4. Check Disk Management to see if the drive shows as RAW or unallocated.
5. Recover data first before any repairs.
1.Turn off and unplug your PC.
2. Check if the hard drive is firmly connected.
3. Enter BIOS (F2, DEL, or ESC) and see if the drive shows up.
4. Run hardware diagnostics (F12 or ESC at startup).
5. Try a different cable or port (desktop only).
If still not working, test the drive on another PC.
Hi Simon,
Photos disappearing from an SD card can result from file system corruption, virus attacks, hidden files, or accidental deletion. In many cases, the data is still present, but the file directory becomes unreadable. Do not format the card or add new files, as this can overwrite recoverable data.
Instead, connect the card to a computer and enable “Show hidden files” to check if the images are still there. If not, use trusted recovery software to scan the card. These tools can often retrieve lost photos without formatting.