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PCVITA software to repair corrupt Word files on Windows
Word Recovery Tool
PCVITA Word Recovery Tool repairs corrupt DOCX files on Windows and shows the recovered text and pages before you save. Add one file or a folder or let the software search your drives. PCVITA software saves the repaired document with its formatting and layout. Free demo previews the result.
- Input
- Corrupt DOCX files from Word
- Modes
- Add File, Add Folder and Search File
- Preview
- Two views of the recovered pages
- Result
- Repaired document saved to a folder
Microsoft Word is needed only for the preview. Repair works without Office. See all features. Forgot the password instead? Open Word Password Recovery.
How Word Recovery Works
Add the damaged file, select it and click Repair. PCVITA software scans the document and shows the recovered pages. Save them when they look right.
Corrupt DOCX File
Will not open in Word
- Document with errors or blank pages
- Damage from malware or a bad save
- Original file stays untouched
PCVITA Word Recovery
Installs on Windows
- Scan and repair engine
- Two preview views
- Advanced search in the result
Repaired Document
Saved to your folder
- Text and formatting retained
- Saved file opens in Word
- Confirmation message on screen
- 1AddLoad the corrupt DOCX files.
- 2PreviewCheck the recovered pages.
- 3SaveWrite the repaired file to a folder.
Repair a Word File in 6 Steps
Six screens follow one corrupt document from the first click to the saved copy. Select any step to see its screen. Software Guide covers the folder and search modes in detail.
Step 1. Install and Open the Software
Install PCVITA Word Recovery and start it from the Start menu. The main window shows the four stages Open, Scan, Preview and Export.
Step 2. Choose How to Add Files
Click Add File(s) for single or multiple documents. Click Add Folder for a folder of DOCX files. Click Search File(s) to scan your drives for Word files.
Step 3. Select the Corrupt Document
Browse to the damaged .docx file and click Open. Hold Ctrl to select several files at once.
Step 4. Tick the File and Click Repair
Tick the box beside the document and select Repair. A progress bar follows the scan.
Step 5. Preview the Recovered Pages
Select a repaired file in the left panel. The right panel shows its pages in Rich Text or Plain Text view with zoom buttons above.
Step 6. Save the Repaired File
Tick the files in the left panel and click Save. Select a destination folder. A message confirms that the files saved. Open the saved copy in Word.
Demo edition previews the recovered file and does not save it.
Word Recovery Software Features
What PCVITA software does with a corrupt document, grouped by task.
Adds Files in Three Ways
Your files decide the mode.
Add File(s)
Select one DOCX file or several at once.
Add Folder
Load a folder full of DOCX files.
Search File(s)
Scan a drive for Word files.
Sub Folders
Include the sub folders in the search.
Previews Recovered Pages Before You Save
Check the result first.
Layout View
See pages with layout and pictures.
Text View
Read the recovered words only.
Zoom Buttons
Zoom in or out on the page.
Page Views
Switch between 100 percent and page width.
Searches the Recovered Document
Find a word inside the result.
Advanced Search
Search the recovered document.
Match Case
Limit the search to the exact capitals.
File List
Select files in the left panel.
Selective Save
Save only the files you need.
Saves Repaired Files to a Folder
The finished copy opens in Word.
Destination Folder
Select where the copy goes.
Success Message
Read the save confirmation.
Formatting
Keep fonts and layout.
Open in Word
Check the saved document.
Test these options on your own document. Demo edition previews the recovered file and does not save it.
Why Corrupt Word Files Need a Repair Tool
Four facts about damaged Word documents and how PCVITA software answers them.
- 1
Word Has Limited Repair
Microsoft names Open and Repair and a text converter for damaged files. PCVITA software adds a preview and a save step.
- 2
The Text Converter Drops Formatting
Microsoft states that Recover Text from Any File loses document formatting. PCVITA software retains fonts and layout.
- 3
Graphics Can Disappear
Microsoft states that graphics and drawing objects are lost in that converter. PCVITA software shows them in the layout view.
- 4
Many Files Need One Session
Add a folder or search a drive. PCVITA software repairs the selected files in one session.
Prepare Before You Repair a Word File
Six checks before your first repair. Tick the boxes in order, then open the software.
- Copy the corrupt file to a safe folder. Work on the copy.
- Note the error message that Word shows. It helps you spot the damage later.
- Check the file type first. This edition repairs DOCX files.
- Install the .NET Framework on the PC. Version 4.5 is the listed prerequisite.
- Keep Word ready if you want to preview the pages. The repair does not need Office.
- Test the free demo on your document before you pay. Download the demo edition and see the recovered result.
System lines match the version and system table below. Microsoft facts follow the page linked in the Sources.
Word Recovery Pricing
Start with the free demo, then buy one licence. Both editions repair the same way. Saving the file is the only difference.
Demo Edition
Free
Preview the recovered document
- ResultPreview only
- SaveNot available
- LicenceNot needed
Version 4.2, 11.1 MB, Windows
Full Edition
$45 one licence
Save the repaired document
- ResultRepaired file saved
- SaveAvailable
- DeliveryElectronic delivery by email
30 Days Money Back*, Safe & Secure checkout
Included in Both Editions Both editions repair the same way and saving the file is the only difference
- Add File(s)
- Add Folder
- Search File(s)
- Rich Text Preview
- Plain Text Preview
- Advanced Search
- Selective Save
- DOCX Files
Version, Size and System Requirements
Version, system needs and repair details in one place.
| Version | 4.2 |
|---|---|
| File size | 11.1 MB |
| MD5 | 244432e6 |
| Windows versions | Windows 11 (64 bit), Windows 10, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit) and Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008 |
| Prerequisites | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 |
| Hardware | Intel Core 2 Duo E4600 at 2.40 GHz, 4 GB RAM recommended, 100 MB free hard disk space |
| Free demo limit | Preview of recovered data only |
| Delivery | Electronic delivery by email after payment |
| Input | One or more corrupt DOCX files |
|---|---|
| Word versions | Word 2007 to Word 2021 (32 or 64 bit) for the preview |
| Add modes | Add File(s), Add Folder and Search File(s) |
| Search | Drive list with a sub folder option |
| Preview | Layout view and text view |
| Search tool | Advanced search with Match Case |
| Account | Standard and Guest users need no admin rights |
| Result | Repaired DOCX saved to a folder you choose |
Microsoft Word vs PCVITA Word Recovery
What Microsoft documents about damaged Word files next to PCVITA software, so you can choose the route that fits your file.
| Point | Microsoft Word | PCVITA Tool |
|---|---|---|
| Built in methods | Open and Repair and Recover Text from Any File | Scan, repair and preview in one window |
| Formatting | Lost with that text converter | Fonts and layout retained |
| Graphics and objects | Lost with Recover Text from Any File | Visible in layout view |
| Headers and footers | Kept as simple text | Part of the recovered document |
| Preview | Not described | Layout view and text view |
| Word needed | Yes | Only for the preview |
| Price | Included with Word | Free demo, full edition $45 |
Microsoft facts come from the Microsoft page on troubleshooting damaged documents in Word. PCVITA software facts come from the Features and Version tables on this page.
Quick Checks Before You Start Repair
- Work on a copy. Keep the original file safe.
- Preview first. Check the pages before you save.
- Save selected files. Tick only the files you need.
- Open the result in Word. Confirm the saved document opens.
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Sources for Microsoft Facts The page behind the facts on this page
- Microsoft LearnHow to troubleshoot damaged documents in Word
Word Recovery FAQs
Answers to questions users ask before they start a repair, grouped by topic.
Repair and Options How the software behaves with your Word file
How do I repair a corrupt Word file with PCVITA software?
Six steps finish the job.
- Step 1. Install the software and open it.
- Step 2. Select an add mode.
- Step 3. Browse to the damaged file.
- Step 4. Check the box and repair.
- Step 5. Review the pages.
- Step 6. Save the copy.
Which ways can I add files?
Three ways. Add File(s) loads one or more documents. Add Folder loads a folder. Search File(s) scans a drive for Word files.
Can I repair many files at once?
Yes. Select several files with Ctrl or add a folder. Tick the files you want and click Repair.
Does the software search sub folders?
Yes. Tick the sub folder box in Search File(s) mode. Without it the search covers the root folder of the drive only.
What do the two preview views display?
Rich Text shows layout. The text view shows the recovered words only. Select either view from the toolbar above the preview.
Does the software keep my formatting?
Yes. The saved file retains fonts and layout. Microsoft states that its own text converter loses formatting.
Does the software need Microsoft Word?
No for repair. Word is needed only for the preview.
Does the software change my original file?
No. The software saves the repaired copy to the folder you select.
Can I search inside the repaired document?
Yes. Advanced Search looks inside the recovered file and offers Match Case.
Demo and Price Demo limits and licence price
What does the free demo do?
It previews the recovered document. The demo scans the same way. The full edition saves the repaired file.
How much does the full edition cost?
$45 for one licence. The full edition carries a 30 day money back guarantee. Electronic delivery sends your download link and activation key by email.
Where can I download the software?
Click Download Now on this page. Version 4.2 of the demo edition weighs 11.1 MB and installs on Windows. Test the demo on your document before you buy.
Compatibility and Setup Windows versions and prerequisites
Which Windows versions does the software need?
Windows 11 (64 bit) and Windows 10, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit). Windows Server 2008 to 2022 also works. You need Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 and 100 MB free disk space. 4 GB RAM is recommended.
Which Word versions work with the preview?
Word 2007 to 2021. Both 32 bit and 64 bit editions work.
Do I need admin rights?
No. Standard and Guest users can use the software.
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Awards for PCVITA Software
Badges earned by PCVITA software.
GearDownload: 100% clean badge, no spyware, adware or viruses found in PCVITA software.
DownloadAtoZ: 5 star award badge for PCVITA software. See every badge on the PCVITA awards page.
Key Takeaways on Word Recovery
Five facts to keep from this page.
- Three modes. Add files, add a folder or search a drive.
- Preview first. Two views show the result before you save.
- Formatting stays. The saved copy retains fonts and layout.
- Word for preview only. The repair does not need Office.
- Demo and price. Free demo previews the file. Full edition costs $45 per licence and carries a money back guarantee.
Repair Your Word File Today
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