Does Quicken Print Checks or Do I Need a Special Program?

It is an added bonus when a financial manager provides the option to print checks. This feature adds a new dimension of convenience to the operations. The very fact that Quicken print checks are a major reason behind the application’s enormous popularity.

However, it also leads to trouble when this feature fails. In this blog, we cover all aspects related to printing checks via Quicken. There is also a dedicated section to cover Quicken print check problems.

 

Method: Entering Transaction for Checks

1.     First, press Ctrl + W and then choose the account from the Write Check area;

2.     Next, enter the Payee Name at the Pay to the Order line;

3.     After this, feed the amount beside the $ box. There is also an option to enter the address;

4.  Now hit the split button and choose the category of the expense. If need be, enter Additional Information in the Memo field;

5.     Feed confidential information, like account number, in the Message field;

6.     Navigate to Edit > Preferences > Write Checks;

7.     Here opt to Allow Entry of Extra Message on the Check option, and hit OK;

8.     Finally, click Record Check to save the check.

 

Method: How to Setup the Printer for Checks?

The first step is to set up the printer for it. However, this feature is compatible with both laser and inkjet printers. Once done:

1.     Launch the Quicken account, and go to File > Print Checks;

2.     Next, insert paper and enter populate the First Check Number;

3.     Choose the option amongst,  All Checks, Checks Dated Through, and Selected Checks > click Done;

4.     There is an optional step, to change the Check Printing options. These include Check Style, Checks on First Page, Print Your Logo, and Additional copies;

5.    Finally, click OK to continue.

 

Method: Adjust Check Alignment

1.     Navigate through File > Check Print;

2.   Next, choose the check from the Print Check window, and navigate through Print > Adjust Alignment;

3.     Now put the sheet and click Print. To adjust alignment, just drag text in the preview area;

4.     Finally, print an adjusted alignment guide and clear the alignment checkbox.

 

Bonus: How to Solve Quicken Print Checks Problems?

This useful feature might have troubles of its own. However, there is a simple way to troubleshoot it. The process for it is:

1.     Launch an account register, then look for the transaction to be printed;

2.     Next, check if the word Print appears in the Num field;

3.     If you do not see Print, navigate to the Num list and opt to Print Check;

4.     Here you need to hit Enter to save the transaction;

5.     After this, shut down and restart Quicken and check whether the issue persists;

6.     To verify that the issue is resolved, launch the account register having the check you want to print. Finally, choose the File and hit Print Checks.

 

To conclude

The Quicken print checks feature comes in handy quite often. It is pretty convenient, especially for those who frequently raise invoices. However, there might be a few roadblocks in its running. So if you are one who is facing any such issue, refer to the bonus section of the blog to bypass it.