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How to restore autofill usernames from a backup external hard drive?

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Hello,

I deleted the autofill data from the clear all history window by checking off the form & search history box. Is there away to restore or retrieve the autofill data from a backup external hard drive?

Any Ideas appreciated,

Hello, I deleted the autofill data from the clear all history window by checking off the form & search history box. Is there away to restore or retrieve the autofill data from a backup external hard drive? Any Ideas appreciated,

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You would need a copy of the formhistory.sqlite file.

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I backup all data about once a week using windows backup onto a external hard drive. When I look at the files on the external hard drive it will not let me open any of the data. I have never had to restore lost data, so I'm on the learning curve. Do I have to use windows restore to access the file you mentioned? formhistory.sqlite

Thanks for Reply,

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See:

The "Application Data" folder in XP/Win2K and the "AppData" folder in Windows Vista and Windows 7 and later versions are hidden folders.

You can use this button to go to the Firefox profile folder:

  • Help > Troubleshooting Information > Profile Directory: Show Folder (Open Directory)
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Ok, I found the file formhistory.sqlite but it will not open, even after following these instructions

http://kb.mozillazine.org/Show_hidden_files_and_folders

I am I missing something?

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This is an SQLite database file and would require a dedicated program or Firefox extension like SQLite Manager to inspect its content.
You can copy this file to the current Firefox profile folder to make Firefox use it.