Retrieval from Trash Can

I recently had an unpleasant realization about the OS X trash can: it doesn't seem to be as flexible as the Microsoft Windows Recycle Bin. Specifically, when a file or folder is placed in the Trash Can, no information is preserved that allows the user to restore the file to its previous location. There is no such action as a restore. This is disappointing. Does anyone know if an add-on program exists that fills this void? Enquiring minds are all 'atwitter in anticipation.

JonathanOz wrote:
I actually looked for that sort of thing on my own,
It exists but not once you've emptied the Trash. The Trash is not intended as a storage bin and any item you move to Trash you should be sure you no longer want. If you're used to working a different way, create a Desktop folder called "Move to Trash" keep all your trash in it and delete them when you're sure.
-mj

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