Quick Answer: QuickBooks supports three check types: voucher checks (one per page with two stubs, best for payroll), standard checks (three per page with no stubs, best for vendor payments), and wallet checks (three per page, personal size). Each requires matching pre-printed check stock loaded in a laser or inkjet printer. To print: go to File, Print Forms, Checks, select your bank account, enter the check number, verify the printer and check style, then click Print.
The Three Types of Checks That Can Be Printed on QuickBooks
Many people think that all checks are the same when using and printing QuickBooks Checks.
The truth is there are several different types of checks that can be made with this software. How to print them can be just as deceptive to do as well, if you don't know exactly what to do.
The 3 Types of Checks for QuickBooks Checks software are
- Voucher Checks
- Standard Checks
- Wallet Checks
Voucher checks have located at the top of the check page with two stubs that can be torn off at the bottom. These are the most popular checks for payroll, but only one per page can be costly if you have employees in the double digits. One stub can be given to the employee and one can be kept for the employer's records. This type of Quickbooks Check can be used on both laser and continuous printers.
Standard checks with Quickbooks Checks are faster to print because there are 3 checks per page. This is the most used option for regular vendors that need to have a stub or payment details. It's also a choice if you want less paper and more electronic records. Using this method, all the information will be electronically stored in your Quickbooks Checks software. These checks can also be used with either a laser or continuous dot printer.
Wallet checks are for personal use in place of checks from a personal bank. They are the most popular type of check used in the QuickBooks Checks system. Like most of the other choices of checks, this type has three checks on each page.
- Voucher Checks on top
- Standard Checks 3 on a page
- Wallet Checks 3 on a page
Browse all three QuickBooks-compatible formats at QuickBooks checks at Checkomatic.
QuickBooks Check Format Details: What Each One Actually Looks Like
Voucher Checks (Check on Top)
One check occupies the top third of a standard 8.5 by 11 inch page. Two perforated stubs fill the bottom two-thirds. The stubs contain payment details that QuickBooks fills in at print time: payee name, payment date, invoice number, amount, and memo. One stub goes to the payee with the check. The second stub stays with the employer or payer as a physical record. This is the only format that provides a physical paper record with every check printed. Voucher checks are the default QuickBooks payroll format.
Standard Checks (3-on-a-Page)
Three checks print on a single 8.5 by 11 inch page with no attached stubs. Each check is approximately 3.5 inches tall. Payment records are stored electronically inside QuickBooks rather than on a physical stub. Standard 3-on-a-page checks print three times faster than voucher checks for the same number of payments and use one-third of the paper. The trade-off is no physical record per check. This format suits high-volume accounts payable operations where digital records in QuickBooks replace paper stubs.
Wallet Checks (Personal Size)
Three wallet-sized checks per page, each approximately 6 by 2.75 inches. Wallet checks are the same physical dimensions as standard personal checks from a bank. QuickBooks prints three to a page. They are suited for sole proprietors, owner-operators, and small business owners who want a compact, portable check format rather than full-size business checks. Like standard 3-on-a-page checks, wallet checks have no attached stubs. For a full comparison of voucher and wallet formats with guidance on which to choose, see voucher checks vs wallet checks.
What Check Stock to Order for QuickBooks
The check stock you order must match the format set in your QuickBooks print settings. This is the single most common ordering mistake: selecting the wrong format produces checks where QuickBooks prints fields in positions that do not match the paper layout, making the entire batch unusable.
How to Confirm Your QuickBooks Format Before Ordering
- Open QuickBooks.
- Go to File, then Print Forms, then Checks.
- In the print dialog, look at the Check Style selector. It will show Voucher, Standard, or Wallet.
- Order check stock that matches exactly what that selector shows.
What Is Pre-Printed on QuickBooks Check Stock
QuickBooks-compatible check stock from Checkomatic arrives with your business name, mailing address, bank name, ABA routing number, and account number pre-printed. The check number is also pre-printed sequentially. QuickBooks fills in all variable fields at print time: payee name, dollar amount in numbers and words, payment date, and memo. You sign the check after printing. For the complete range of QuickBooks-compatible formats, see QuickBooks-compatible checks at Checkomatic.
How to Write and Print QuickBooks Checks: Step by Step
How to Write QuickBooks Checks?
Open your QuickBooks Checks software and click on the File Menu. After that, click on print forms and then click checks. Next, select the right bank account from which the funds will be drawn. All the checks that are already prepared for printing will be highlighted and checked for printing by default. Enter the check number, and then click OK. Next, you need to verify the printer you are going to use, this is very important if you own multiple printers at your home or business. Make sure that the check style you selected matches the style of check you want to print on. Finally, hit the PRINT button to start the Quickbooks Checks final printing process.
Common QuickBooks Check Printing Problems and How to Fix Them
Problem 1: Fields Print in the Wrong Position
The most common cause is a mismatch between the check style set in QuickBooks and the format of the check stock in the printer. If QuickBooks is set to Voucher but standard 3-on-a-page stock is loaded, everything prints out of position.
Fix: Confirm the check style in QuickBooks matches the check stock format. If they match and alignment is still off, go to QuickBooks print settings and adjust the fine-alignment controls. Print a test on plain paper first before using check stock.
Problem 2: Check Number Is Wrong or Out of Sequence
QuickBooks uses the starting check number you enter at print time. If you enter the wrong number, your records and physical checks will not match.
Fix: Before printing, confirm the starting check number matches the first check number on the stock loaded in the printer. The pre-printed check number is in the top-right corner of every check.
Problem 3: Printer Selects the Wrong Tray
If your printer has multiple trays, it may default to a tray that does not contain check stock. The wrong paper type in the check printer produces unusable output.
Fix: Before printing, load check stock in the correct printer tray and confirm the tray selection in both QuickBooks print settings and your printer properties. Mark the check stock tray clearly so staff do not add standard paper to it.
Problem 4: Check Style Selector Shows Wrong Format
QuickBooks remembers the last check style used. If someone changed the style for a previous batch, it may not match the stock currently loaded.
Fix: Always verify the Check Style field in the QuickBooks print dialog before each batch, not just on initial setup. It takes two seconds and prevents a full batch of wasted check stock.
QuickBooks Online vs QuickBooks Desktop Check Printing
The original content describes the QuickBooks Desktop printing process. QuickBooks Online uses a slightly different path to the same result. The check formats and check stock are identical between both versions.
QuickBooks Desktop
As described in the original content: File Menu, Print Forms, Checks. Select bank account, enter check number, verify printer and check style, print. QuickBooks Desktop supports direct printer integration and allows fine-alignment controls directly in the print dialog. This is the path described in the original guide above.
QuickBooks Online
In QuickBooks Online, navigate to the plus (+) icon at the top, then select Print Checks under the Vendors column. Select the bank account, choose which queued checks to print, enter the starting check number, and confirm the check style. QuickBooks Online also supports voucher, standard, and wallet formats using the same physical check stock that QuickBooks Desktop uses.
For a complete step-by-step guide to printing checks in QuickBooks Online including printer setup, alignment, and troubleshooting, see how to print checks in QuickBooks Online.
Accepted by the World's Leading Banks
Every QuickBooks-compatible check from Checkomatic meets and exceeds ABA (American Bankers Association) specifications. The MICR line is pre-printed in certified magnetic toner and verified against the Federal Reserve E-Payments Routing Directory before production begins. All three formats , voucher, standard, and wallet , clear at any US bank without rejection. For a full overview of what makes QuickBooks checks a smart choice for your business, see the benefits of using QuickBooks checks. Browse the complete range of check formats at computer checks for business.
What Customers Say About Checkomatic QuickBooks Checks
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Why Choose Checkomatic for QuickBooks Checks
All Three QuickBooks Formats Available
Voucher, standard 3-on-a-page, and wallet checks are all manufactured at Checkomatic's facility in Monroe, NY. Every format is pre-calibrated to match QuickBooks print templates. Alignment is correct on the first print without test runs or adjustment.
Pre-Printed With Your Banking Details
Your business name, address, bank name, routing number, and account number are pre-printed on every order. Routing numbers are verified against the Federal Reserve E-Payments Routing Directory before production. QuickBooks fills in the variable fields at print time. You sign and send.
All Six Security Features as Standard
Every Checkomatic QuickBooks check includes chemically sensitive paper, microprinting, void pantograph, UV fluorescent fibers, heat-sensitive ink, and a genuine watermark at the base price. No security upgrade required.
In-House Manufacturing Since 1997
All checks are manufactured at Checkomatic's own facility. No third-party printers. Standard production ships in 3 to 5 business days. Rush options available. For complete delivery options, see the benefits of using QuickBooks checks and the full range at business checks.
