Excel app on iOS saving to Files app on iOS.

Dear Pep Juan,  Thank you for reaching out to Microsoft Support.Based on your description, it sounds like the file may have been overwritten or not properly saved. Unfortunately, the Excel app on iOS does not always retain version history unless the file is stored in a cloud service that supports it, such as OneDrive, Dropbox, or iCloud Drive.To help you recover the file, please try the following steps:**1. Check iCloud Drive Version History (if saved there)**If your Excel file was saved in iCloud Drive:

• Open the Files app.
• Navigate to the file.
• Tap and hold the file → choose Info.
• If available, tap Versions (this only appears if version history is supported).
• Restore an earlier version if listed.

iCloud Drive version history is limited and not always available for all file types or apps.**2. Check OneDrive or Dropbox (if used)**If your file was saved in OneDrive or Dropbox:

• Open the OneDrive or Dropbox app.
• Locate the file.
• Tap the three dots (•••) next to the file.
• Look for Version History.
• Restore a previous version if available.

These services usually keep version history for at least 30 days.3. Check Excel’s AutoSave or Recent Files

• Open the Excel app on iOS.
• Tap Open → Recent.
• See if an earlier version or autosaved copy is listed.
• If you see a version with data, open and save it again.

4. Check “Recently Deleted” in Files AppIf the file was accidentally deleted or overwritten:

• Open the Files app.
• Tap Browse → Recently Deleted.
• See if an older version is there.

If None of These WorkUnfortunately, if the file was overwritten and no version history or backup exists, it may not be recoverable. iOS doesn’t have a built-in “revert” feature like macOS’s Time Machine.Should you need any further assistance or prefer a step-by-step walkthrough, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help ensure everything runs smoothly. Best Regards, 

Hoang-D - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

Dear Pep Juan,

Just following up to see if the previous suggestions helped resolve the issue. Let us know how things are going—your update would be greatly appreciated! If you think my reply is helpful to you, please remember to mark it as an answer.  

This helps others in the community facing similar problems. Thanks for your understanding. 

Best regards,

Hoang-D - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist

No There was no version history anywhere so the data was lost.

Dear Pep Juan,

Hope you're doing well. If the files are stored in OneDrive or SharePoint, there is an option to restore them within 14 days of deletion.

Contact Microsoft Support

• Ticket Support: Visit Microsoft Support and sign in to submit a support request.
• Phone Support: Microsoft provides customer service phone numbers based on your region. You can find the appropriate contact number here.

If these steps do not resolve the issue, please let me know, and we can explore additional troubleshooting methods. **Best regards,**Hoang-D - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist.

Hi Pep Juan,

Just following up to see if the previous suggestions helped resolve the issue. Let us know how things are going—your update would be greatly appreciated! If you think my reply is helpful to you, please remember to mark it as an answer.   This helps others in the community facing similar problems. Thanks for your understanding. Hoang-D - MSFT | Microsoft Community Support Specialist