QuickBooks Auto Data Recovery (ADR) is a vital feature designed to safeguard your financial data against unexpected disruptions such as power outages or system crashes. It provides a safety net by creating backup files that can be used to restore your data to the most recent state before the incident.

To use ADR, QuickBooks creates two types of files: the .ADR file and the .QBB file. The .ADR file contains a copy of your recent transactions, while the .QBB file is a full backup of your company file. If you encounter data loss, QuickBooks will attempt to restore the file from these backups.

Here’s how to use ADR:

Locate the ADR Files: Navigate to the folder where QuickBooks saves ADR files, usually found in your company file's folder.

Restore the Backup: Open QuickBooks and choose 'File' > 'Open or Restore Company' > 'Restore a Backup Copy' > 'Local Backup' and select the .QBB file to restore.

Verify the Data: After restoration, check your data for accuracy and completeness to ensure no transactions were lost.

By regularly using ADR, you can minimize the impact of data loss and maintain the integrity of your financial records.