Save recording with location-based voice memos with MacBook Air 2017

Hi guys, could someone help me why my MacBook Air 2017 saves REC by date and length and not by location? I premise that both preference and location ticks are set correctly. I attach the screenshot below. Thank you for your help.

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.7

Posted on Nov 12, 2023 8:40 AM

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