Easy Tech TutsHow to Undo Changes in Monday.com Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Accidental edits and deleted items don't have to mean lost work. This guide covers the different ways Monday.com lets you reverse mistakes, from the instant undo popup that appears after an edit to the Activity Log, cell history, and Recycle Bin for restoring deleted items. It's for anyone who wants to protect their board's data integrity.
01Use the instant undo popup
Watch for the temporary "Undo" banner that appears at the bottom-left corner immediately after making an edit, and click it to reverse the change.
02Check the Board Activity Log
Open the Activity Log to view a historical record of every change made by team members on the board.
03Revert specific changes from the activity feed
Use the activity feed to revert individual column changes, status updates, or accidental text modifications.
04Restore deleted items from the Recycle Bin
Open the Recycle Bin from your avatar menu to restore entirely deleted items, columns, or boards within 30 days.
05Inspect cell history
View cell history to see exactly what data was previously typed into a field before it was overwritten.
06Set edit permissions to prevent future mistakes
Configure board permissions to control who can edit or delete critical data rows going forward.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to restore a deleted item?
The Recycle Bin lets you restore deleted items, columns, or boards within 30 days of deletion.
Can I see who made a specific change?
Yes, the Board Activity Log shows a historical record of every change made by team members.
Can I recover a value that was overwritten in a cell?
Yes, you can inspect cell history to see exactly what data was previously entered before it was overwritten.
How do I prevent accidental overwrites in the future?
Set up workspace edit permissions to control who can edit or delete critical rows on your board.
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