When using Version History, the 3 most common question types are permissions, restore impact, and long-term retention; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions.
FAQ
Can everyone who receives the document see version history and collaboration records?
- First confirm whether the current user has edit permission for the document.
- Only users with edit permission can view the document's version history.
- If the Version History entry is not visible, check whether the document permissions meet the requirement.
Will restoring a historical version remove my current content?
- Restoring a version returns the document to the selected historical version.
- The current content is replaced by that version.
- If you still need the current edits, back them up first by using Save as or another method before restoring.
Does Version History support long-term retention?
- For important versions that need to be kept longer, rename them manually so they are easier to identify later.
- If you need to keep a version as a separate file, use Save as to create a new file.
- For key milestones, it is helpful to keep both a named version and a separate copy.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Version History | A record of earlier document states saved at different editing times, which can be used for review and rollback. |
| Restore this version | An action that replaces the current document content with the selected historical version. |
| Save as | An action that saves a historical version as a new file without directly overwriting the current document. |