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manager-cwspring
Level 3

do I need to enter a check

Hi, I just wanted to know if it is still ok to enter checks with the online version? When I reconciled last time I had

some of the same entries in twice and had to do some editing. I would like to know if I have a check uncashed out there so I would like to enter them as I write them

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Best answer November 25, 2021

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JasroV
QuickBooks Team

do I need to enter a check

Yes, you can, @manager-cwspring.

 

I'd be delighted to walk you through the steps on how to create checks in QuickBooks Online (QBO). 

 

Here's how:

 

  1. Go to the + New and select Check.
  2. Select a payee from the Payee drop-down.
  3. From the Bank account drop-down, select the account the check withdraws money from.
  4. Fill in the needed details and select Save and close.

 

You can also see this link for more details: Create and record checks in QuickBooks Online.

 

In regards to whether the check was uncashed, I suggest checking it with the person you issued the check for if they already cashed it out.

 

However, if your bank is connected to QBO, I propose waiting for your bank to upload the transaction. You can also contact them and verify if the check was already cashed out. This way, you won't have to write a check and avoid entering a duplicate transaction.

 

Furthermore, I suggest working with your accountant to ensure your accounts are well accounted for.

 

Once everything is in place, you might want to utilize this link for reference in matching your account efficiently: Learn the reconcile workflow in QuickBooks.

 

Do you have any other questions about writing checks or reconciling your accounts in QuickBooks? Please feel free to drop a comment below. I'll be more than happy to work with you again. Have a great day ahead and keep safe!

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JasroV
QuickBooks Team

do I need to enter a check

Yes, you can, @manager-cwspring.

 

I'd be delighted to walk you through the steps on how to create checks in QuickBooks Online (QBO). 

 

Here's how:

 

  1. Go to the + New and select Check.
  2. Select a payee from the Payee drop-down.
  3. From the Bank account drop-down, select the account the check withdraws money from.
  4. Fill in the needed details and select Save and close.

 

You can also see this link for more details: Create and record checks in QuickBooks Online.

 

In regards to whether the check was uncashed, I suggest checking it with the person you issued the check for if they already cashed it out.

 

However, if your bank is connected to QBO, I propose waiting for your bank to upload the transaction. You can also contact them and verify if the check was already cashed out. This way, you won't have to write a check and avoid entering a duplicate transaction.

 

Furthermore, I suggest working with your accountant to ensure your accounts are well accounted for.

 

Once everything is in place, you might want to utilize this link for reference in matching your account efficiently: Learn the reconcile workflow in QuickBooks.

 

Do you have any other questions about writing checks or reconciling your accounts in QuickBooks? Please feel free to drop a comment below. I'll be more than happy to work with you again. Have a great day ahead and keep safe!

manager-cwspring
Level 3

do I need to enter a check

Thank you so much, I have been using desktop for about 12 years, its just getting used to the online version that I am having trouble with! I tried something different this time and it either found the check I wrote or found the outstanding invoice, either way it seemed to work. I have a bill that I have part paid so that is going to be interesting test when it comes to reconciliation, but it's fun learning.

Thank you for your help, sorry I didn't get back to you sooner, cows to feed on the ranch.

Gosia1
Level 1

do I need to enter a check

Hi, Im new to QBO and self learning. I had the same situation as you and ended up having posted cheque on QBO twice. Can you please let me know how did you fix it ?

SirielJeaB
QuickBooks Team

do I need to enter a check

Welcome to Community, @Gosia1!
 

Let me help you delete the duplicate cheque in QuickBooks Online. Here's how:
 

  1. In the left menu, select the Expenses tab. 
  2. Click on Vendors. 
  3. Locate the vendor that has the duplicate check. 
  4. In the Transaction list, find the check you want to delete.
  5. Click the drop-down beside Print Check, then choose Delete.

Please check this article on how to categorize all downloaded banking transactions to avoid duplicate records: Categorize and match online bank transactions in QuickBooks Online.
 

You can also visit this article if you want to reupload your transactions: Manually upload transactions into QuickBooks Online.
 

If you have any other concerns about managing transactions, please visit us again. We're available 24/7. Have a great day!

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