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Hard drive failure

lelon61
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May 08, 2018 May 08, 2018

Currently using elements 8. My hard drive failed. Recovered all my photos but lost elements.  If I load The current version of elements will it locate and recognize my existing photo library?

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kglad Community Expert
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May 08, 2018 May 08, 2018

[moved from Downloading, Installing, Setting Up to Photoshop Elements]

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Peru Bob Community Expert
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May 08, 2018 May 08, 2018

Did you create a backup of the library to restore?

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lelon61
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May 09, 2018 May 09, 2018
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Yes

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lelon61
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May 09, 2018 May 09, 2018
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Yes, I have a back-up.

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