Restore Mac Desktop from iCloud: Recover Desktop Folders and Files Quickly!

If your Desktop files or folders disappear suddenly, don't worry! This article will introduce how to restore your Mac Desktop from iCloud, including using EaseUS Mac data recovery software, restoring your Desktop folders and files from iCloud Drive, etc.

Many Mac users store their files on the Mac Desktop so they can quickly find files and folders. Unfortunately, some of them encountered a strange phenomenon: files and folders on the Mac Desktop disappeared for no reason.

If your Desktop files or folders disappear suddenly, don't worry! This article will introduce how to restore your Mac Desktop from iCloud, including using EaseUS Mac data recovery software, restoring your Desktop folders and files from iCloud Drive, etc.

Why iCloud Desktop and Documents Disappear

Why did your Desktop folders disappear on Mac? Here are the possible reasons:

⚙️Inadvertently unchecked the "Desktop & Documents Folders" option in Mac iCloud settings:

1. If you turn off the Desktop folders option, your iCloud Desktop folders and files will no longer be synced with iCloud. They will be removed from your local Mac and only remain in iCloud.

😫Accidentally drag the Desktop folders and files to other storage locations:

1. There is a high probability that you will unknowingly drag and drop your Desktop files and folders to any storage location. This may result in you being unable to locate the missing files or, at worst, accidentally dragging them into the Mac Trash bin.

🗑️Deleted your Desktop folders and files with deletion shortcuts:

1. When your Desktop folders and files disappear, consider using the deletion shortcuts to delete them accidentally. Especially if you accidentally check the drop-down menu and click "Delete Immediately", which may cause serious data loss.

Remember, to avoid data loss, it's crucial to back up your Mac to iCloud Drive before making any changes to iCloud settings.

Here are two effective fixes to restore the Desktop folder and files on a Mac! Roll down to learn the detailed information.

Fix 1. Restore the Desktop Folder and Files using Data Recovery Software

EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard for Mac helps you restore disappeared Desktop files and folders with easy steps. Even if your files have been deleted by mistake and do not show up on your Mac's hard drive, EaseUS data recovery software can use its state-of-the-art algorithms to locate and recover lost data.

Check out the following steps to restore your Mac from iCloud, including the Desktop folder and files:

Step 1. Choose iCloud Recovery

Select the iCloud tab from the left list, choose the "Recover data from iCloud account" option to recover your iCloud Drive data, and click "Next" to log in to your iCloud account.

Step 2. Choose the "iCloud Drive" category

EaseUS software will quickly scan all the recoverable data from your iCloud account. Check the "iCloud Drive" category, and click the "Next" button.

Step 3. Recover iCloud Drive data from iCloud

Select the iCloud Drive data you want to restore, click the eye icon to preview the details, and then click the "Recover" button to get them back.

Step 4. Save recovered iCloud Drive data

Choose a safe storage location on your Mac hard drive to save the recovered iCloud Drive data. You can also save the recovered data to your cloud drives, such as DropBox, OneDrive, GoogleDrive, etc.

Apart forming restoring Desktop folders and files from iCloud Drive, EaseUS software can also recover permanently deleted files from iCloud. If you think this post is informative, share it on SNS to help others learn how to restore Mac Desktop folders and files from iCloud.

Fix 2. Restore Disappeared Mac Desktop from iCloud [Full Steps]

If the disappearance of your Mac Desktop files is due to an issue with your iCloud settings, which may cause iCloud Drive not to work properly; in this case, you'll need to change your settings by following these Steps:

Step 1. Check Finder Settings:

• Click on the Finder icon on your desktop.
• From the menu bar, select "Settings > General".
• Check the "Desktop" option in Finder Settings.

Step 2. Check iCloud Settings:

• Choose Apple Menu > System Settings.
• Click Apple ID > iCloud.
• Tap Options next to iCloud Drive.
• Check the option "Desktop & Documents Folders > Done".

Extra Tips: What Happens If I Turn Off Desktop on Mac

When you disable the "Desktop & Documents Folders" option in Mac iCloud settings, the Desktop files remain stored in iCloud Drive, and a new "Desktop" and "Documents" folder will generated in your Mac's home folder. You can access them through the iCloud Drive website or other synced devices, but they will no longer be available locally on your Mac hard drive.

To Sum Up

In this post, we discussed how to restore Mac Desktop from iCloud, including restored Desktop folders, files, and icons. Two effective ways are mentioned with detailed steps: restoring your Mac Desktop from iCloud with EaseUS Mac data recovery software and checking iCloud settings to restore your Mac Desktop.

Restore Mac Desktop from iCloud FAQs

Here are questions people frequently ask when searching for how to restore a Mac Desktop from iCloud; take a look if needed.

1. Can you restore a Mac from iCloud?

It's possible to retrieve your Mac from iCloud with the below-mentioned steps:

• Launch "System Settings" on your Mac and hit "iCloud".
• Hit the "Restore" button adjacent to "Restore files from iCloud".
• Opt for the files you would like to restore and hit "Download".

2. How do I restore my Desktop on my Mac?

Follow the steps below to restore lost Mac Desktop files via iCloud backup:

• Go to iCloud.com and sign in with your account and password.
• Click iCloud Settings and, scroll to the bottom; click "Restore Files" under the Advanced section.
• Find and tick the boxes of your lost files on Mac, and click "Restore".

3. How do I back up my Mac from iCloud?

Here's how to make a backup via iCloud on your Mac:

Step 1. Navigate to the "Apple" menu > Select "System Settings".

Step 2. Hit Apple ID, and opt for "iCloud" from the left-hand panel.

Step 3. Check the "iCloud Drive" box. Then, hit "Options" and select the items you would like to keep on your iCloud drive, including your Mac's Desktop folders.