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    How to change check format in FIMS
    • 19 Apr 2023
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    How to change check format in FIMS

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    Article summary

    When using new check stock or a new printer, it may be necessary to change the check printing format within FIMS.

    Answer:

    To use a pre-defined format:
    1. Click on Tools > System Utilities > System Options from the top menu bar
    2. In the Section box highlight AP
    3. In the Option box highlight CheckForm
    4. In the Value box you should see the current check format. It will be blank if none has been selected.
    5. Click the Look Up button beneath the Value box to see a drop down menu with all available check format choices.
    6. Select the applicable format then click OK
    7. Click Apply then click OK
    To edit a pre-defined format:
    1. Click on Tools > System Utilities > Admin Utilities > Finance Utilities > A/P 1099 and Check Forms Maintenance
    2. Using the drop down menu, select the format you would like to edit and click Open
    3. On the Editor tab changes can be made to the layout of both the check and its stub
    4. Once editing is complete, click Apply
    To create a new pre-defined format:
    1. Click on Tools > System Utilities > Admin Utilities > Finance Utilities > A/P 1099 and Check Forms Maintenance
    2. Using the drop down menu, select the format closest to the formatting you desire
    3. While on the Editor tab click Copy
    4. Enter a name for your new format
    5. Make any changes in the Editor tab and click Apply
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