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As far as I know, AutoSave is no longer available or appearing in the Office toolbar in Office 2016 Version 1707 (Build 8326.2058) or higher.
(Refer this link for more information: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/autosave-is-missing-from-the-office-toolbar-9cc33369-9fb9-4e31-bb5c-af5f7a14ed82)
Regarding your issue, I suggest trying some basic steps:
1.Update Excel to the Latest Version:
-Open Excel.
-Go to File > Account > Update Options > Update Now (on Mac, Help > Check for Updates).
-Install all available updates.
-Restart Excel and check for the AutoSave slider.
2.Enable AutoSave in Quick Access Toolbar:
-In Excel, click the down arrow in the Quick Access Toolbar (top-left corner of the window).
-Select More Commands to customize the toolbar.
-Ensure the Automatically Save option is checked.
-Click OK and verify if the AutoSave slider appears.
Like shown below:
Or:
3.Repair Microsoft Office (Windows):
-Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & Features.
-Find Microsoft 365 or Microsoft Office.
-Click Modify > Select Quick Repair > Repair.
-If the issue persists, try Online Repair.
-Restart Excel and test
These steps aim to identify the cause and may not permanently resolve the issue. I appreciate your patience as we work through this together.
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