The bank of first deposit is the specific branch or outlet to initially accept a deposit…

Batch check processing helps divide large printing tasks into smaller sub-groups…

Batch headers are numerical values used to compare computer data…

E-13B is the not-so-catchy name for one of few MICR fonts.

The institution number is used to identify the specific bank or institution…

MICR symbols are used to identify the different components of the MICR line…

The routing number symbol, sometimes called a transit number symbol…

The transit number symbol is an important part of every MICR line…

The account symbol is used to indicate the account number from which…

The on-us field located within the MICR line is more commonly referred to as…

The amount symbol is used to identify the optional amount values within the MICR line…

The RTN or Routing Transit Number contains transit and institution data…

The MICR line transit number field identifies the bank or institution from which are drawn…

The MICR on-us field is more commonly known as the account number field…

The check number is a required component of every MICR line…

The account number field is 3-17 digits long (USA) or 7 digits long (Canada)…

The amount field is an optional field located in the MICR line…

The bottom edge of a check or financial document when facing up…

Just because you print checks, doesn’t mean you print checks. [more]

Printing your own checks may sound intimidating at first. What is MICR? Can my regular laser printer print checks with MICR cartridges? [more]

Yes, absolutey you can! [more]