How can I set up Quicken Classic Deluxe to automatically backup one data file per day?

tjbuki

I'm setting up a new Win 11 PC. I'm unable to configure Quicken Classic Deluxe (version R59.35) to automatically backup (when closing Quicken) one data file per day in a folder that I choose. I have the "Automatic local backups" box selected with "Backup after running Quicken" set to 1 time. I also have "Manual backup reminder" box selected and "Remind me after running Quicken" set at 1 time. When I close Quicken, it created a "backup" folder and saves files with a time hack. I want Quicken to automatically save a backup file in a folder that I choose (not a Quicken-created "Backup" folder) with a date and no time hack, i.e., one backup file per day. I also don't get a manual backup reminder. I was able to set up Quicken Classic Deluxe (same version) to automatically backup one data file per day (with a reminder) on my old Win 10 PC, with identical backup settings. Please help and thanks!

UKR

I want Quicken to automatically save a backup file in a folder that I choose (not a Quicken-created "Backup" folder)

That is a function of the Manual Backup process.
When you exit Quicken and it's time for creating the backups, in addition to the Automatic Backup being sent to (usually) the \Quicken\Backup folder, there normally is a popup prompt asking you to specify the drive letter and path for the Manual Backups.
However, if you ever clicked on "Do not show again" or similar, this prompt won't show. To get it back, click "Reset Quicken Warnings" in Edit / Preferences / Alerts and Messages then restart Quicken. You should now get the Manual Backup prompt where you can update the backup destination path.

NotACPA

But NOTE, that you can't reset just that one warning … so you'll need to turn off any other warnings that you don't want to see after that action.

tjbuki

I reset Quicken warnings, closed and restarted Quicken twice, and still don't get a reminder. But the main problem is not being able to save only one backup file per day in a folder that I select. Thx anyway.