Can I re-download just the .htaccess file?

I always keep a copy of the contents of files using Notepad ++ before I play around with them . That way if I mess up I can paste it all back. I also have a clone of website in local host, which doesn’t have all the main content but enough to give the feel. I tend to be a bit of a wrecker but it has taught me a lot and also how to fix catastrophes or avoid them.