How to reset the default settings store path in Visual Studio 2017?

Question

With importing and exporting settings I've somehow changed the default save location for the settings in VS 2017 - they're landing on my Desktop. Also a settings reset did not help.

I want it do be the default path again. Any ideas are welcome. Btw. it's VS 2017 Enterprise with all latest updates.

Thanks.

Answer 1

I've found it by myself.

The filename and path can be changed under "Options" -> "Environment" -> "Import and Export Settings". And the default path and filename is: c:\\users\\USERNAME\\documents\\visual studio 2017\\settings\\CurrentSettings.vssettings.

Answer 2

When you say 'default save location', is it the location you're prompted to save when you create a solution first?

If so, go to Tools > Options > Projects and Solutions > General, and you can change those locations there.