I have tried these suggestions but have a problem.    When I go to the File/Backup/Create local backup/Create local backup, I do not have the option to "Specify Alternate Location."     Attached shows what I see.  

 I see  "Change your local backup settings" but it is not a link.   I am backing up to an external hard drive.   When I click on "Create Local Backup" it goes to the wrong location.

I use QB Desktop Premier Plus Contractor Edition 2024.  

I have been manually changing it each time I back up but would like to make the change permanent. 

Thanks in advance,

Kris