Workbench creates backup files of projects that are currently active and in progress. In the event of a crash, Workbench can use these backup files to restore your project to the last saved event.
As with any computer program, it's important that you save your work frequently to minimize data loss in the event of a crash. Do not move or otherwise alter the backup directory.
If a project save operation fails (for example, an application is busy and cannot execute the save), you will be given the following options:
Revert to the last saved project.
Make a copy of the last saved project before continuing with the partially saved project. The project is copied into a new location that you specify.
Exit Workbench and decide later. Use this option if you want to handle the save failure manually. As a result, the backup directory is not cleared so that you can manually recover files from that directory later.
Continue with the partially saved project, discarding the last saved project (not recommended). This option results in the backup directory being cleared. Use this option with caution, as it could result in corrupt project files.
Note: Recovering from a save failure occurs only when saving a previously saved file and not when saving as a new file, or when saving the project for the first time.