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How can I store it automatically in the project folder? Without cutting and pasting it each time I open a new project...

A screenshot with a Big Red Arrow on the relevant controls:

The "Create directory for solution" checkbox is ticked by default. Turn it off to get the project stored in the same directory as the solution. VS memorizes the last setting you used.

The "Location" property determines where the solution is stored. The default is the path that you complain about. Just edit it. Or change the default setting like I did: Tools + Options, Projects and Solutions, General, "Projects location" setting.

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