Deleted a file and now I can't see my documents

I have a laptop with two hard drives: my C drive is running windows and my E drive has all my applications and documents. Somehow, I deleted a file on my E drive. When I click the documents folder I get an error that says E:\ My Documents refers to a location that is unavailable.

I don't think I deleted all my documents but a single file that gives me access to all my documents. Unfortunately, I do not know the name of the file I deleted and I emptied my trash.
Could someone help me find a way to get this file system back?

Hi JP Connors.

Thanks for posting your question in the Microsoft Community Forum.

Based on the information, you have put all the documents and applications in E drive and deleted an important file.

It seems to be not not possible to recover a file if the Recycle Bin is empty too.

You can use your favorite recovery tool search for third-party search engine check the same.

Note: The use of third-party software, including hardware drivers can cause serious problems that may prevent your computer from starting properly. Microsoft cannot guarantee that problems resulting from the use of third-party software can be solved. Software using third party is at your own risk.

Hope that information helps

Let us know if you need help with Windows related issues. We will be happy to help you.

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