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How to Create and Print Cheques in QuickBooks Desktop

QuickBooks lets users create and print a cheque and record that cheque payment automatically. To create and print a cheque in QuickBooks Desktop, take the following steps:

  1. Click the plus sign at the top of QuickBooks, and click “Cheque” in the “Suppliers” section.
  2. Select a payee in the “Payee” drop-down list or click “Add” to add a new payee.
  3. Select an account from which you want to make the payment.
  4. Enter a payment date.
  5. For each payment item, select an account from the “Account” drop-down list, add a description, enter an amount, and indicate whether the item is taxable.
  6. Enter a cheque number for the cheque.
  7. Click “Print” or “Preview” at the bottom to print the cheque.

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