How to Print Checks in Vista
Printing checks rather than buying them can save money. A computer running Windows Vista can print checks, provided a user installs third-party check printing software. Some of the options available include Checksoft Personal Deluxe, MICR Font Check Design & Printing and ezCheckPrinting. A user also needs magnetic ink for his printer for the checks to print properly. With both of those in hand, a user is ready to begin printing checks.
Instructions
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Download and install a check printing software program (if you do not already have one installed on your computer).
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Use the program to enter account, routing and other important information that will be displayed on the checks. Some programs may also allow you to create custom designs for the checks.
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Load the magnetic ink cartridge into the printer.
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Select the "Print" option from the check printing software and select the number of checks to be printed.
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Tips & Warnings
The process of creating checks will differ depending on the check printing software you are using.
References
- Photo Credit check book image by Rob Hill from Fotolia.com