My register starts with 1982. How do I get it to update to my recent checks?

Hey jfkirsch. Keeping checks in order is a big deal for bookkeeping. Luckily, It's easy to reset the check number sequence to whatever number you need. First, there are a couple of settings that need to be enabled to help with this:

1. From QuickBooks Online, click the Gear Icon (Top right corner) and then select Account and Settings.
2. Select the Sales tab on the left, click Sales form content. Make sure Custom transaction numbers is checked, and select Save.
3. Navigate to the Advanced tab from the same page, and click the Other preferences section. Make sure Warn if duplicate check number is used is checked as well. Select Save and then Done to finalize the changes.

Those settings will allow you to edit check numbers at will and display a warning in the case a duplicate number is entered by mistake. You'll need to create a new check to get the sequence back in order, just follow these steps:

1. Click the Plus (+) icon and select Check. Fill out the form as necessary.
2. If the Check no. field doesn't have the correct number, enter it manually.
3. Select Save and close to complete the check. Now, click the Plus (+) icon and select Check again. You'll see the check number reset to the number immediately following the one on the last check.

Please don't hesitate to reach out to me if you have any additional questions or concerns, I'll be here for you until the issue is resolved. Have a wonderful rest of your day.