main@TechTalk.groups.io | writing checks?

Kimsan <kimsansong@...>

#77898

Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with a method! 😊

Peter Spitz

#77899

There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and
legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have
raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice
and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a
check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

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On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,



This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I
never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot
see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone
have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with
a method! 😊

Pamela Dominguez

#77902

When George opened up his account with Chemical bank, now Chase, years ago, he opened up what was apparently called the braille account.  It meant that he got braille bank statements, and a check writing guide.  It also has braille cells where you can write across the top what the check is in braille, and a place where you can braille on the stub.  Then, it has all the rest of the lines where you print the stuff on the check.  Once, when they changed check companies, we had to keep sending back checks until we got the ones that would work in the guide.  Pam.

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-----Original Message----- 
From: Peter Spitz
Sent: Friday, March 08, 2019 11:47 AM
To: main@techtalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and
legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have
raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice
and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a
check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I
never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot
see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone
have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with
a method! 😊

Holly

#77903

With all the online payment options available now, I only have to write one or two checks a year.

However, if you are not into doing that, there are check guides available.

I, myself, have a check printing program on my computer.  When setting up the program, you scan your signature into the program and it even prints your signature on the checks that it prints.  You use only blank check paper, so very secure that way.  No checks laying around with your bank info.

Holly

Kimsan <kimsansong@...>

#77906

Peter:

Where can I purchase these?

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-----Original Message-----
From: main@TechTalk.groups.io <main@TechTalk.groups.io> On Behalf Of Peter Spitz
Sent: Friday, March 8, 2019 8:48 AM
To: main@techtalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that 
I never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one 
cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods 
does anyone have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come 
up with a method! 😊

Gerald Levy

#77908

The problem I have found with these check writing guides is that the slits for entering the various fields are so narrow that it is difficult to impossible to write legibly in them.  I could never masterthe the necessary dexterity to write legible checks with one of these guides.  And nobody seems to sell guides for those larger, embossed line checks, which would have larger slits.  So I do most of my banking online.  On those rare occasions when I need to write a check, I have somebody I can trust fill it out for me so that all I have to do is sign it.

Gerald

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On 3/8/2019 11:47 AM, Peter Spitz wrote:
There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and
legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have
raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice
and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a
check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,



This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I
never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot
see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone
have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with
a method! 😊

Pamela Dominguez

#77909

I can't write that small, either.  But why would you need a guide for a raised-line check?  You use the lines as a guide.  That's why they are raised.  Pam.

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-----Original Message----- 
From: Gerald Levy via Groups.Io
Sent: Friday, March 08, 2019 12:40 PM
To: main@TechTalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

The problem I have found with these check writing guides is that the
slits for entering the various fields are so narrow that it is difficult
to impossible to write legibly in them.  I could never masterthe the
necessary dexterity to write legible checks with one of these guides.
And nobody seems to sell guides for those larger, embossed line checks,
which would have larger slits.  So I do most of my banking online.  On
those rare occasions when I need to write a check, I have somebody I can
trust fill it out for me so that all I have to do is sign it.

Gerald

On 3/8/2019 11:47 AM, Peter Spitz wrote:
There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and
legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have
raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice
and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a
check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I
never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot
see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone
have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with
a method! 😊

Peter Spitz

#77911

Here is a link to the Guideline Checks that are embossed for the
blind,  Hope this helps.  Peter
https://orderpoint.deluxe.com/personal-checks/products.htm?productCatalogId=9001&productsCategoryId=9004&productsSubCategoryId=6524#

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On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Peter:

Where can I purchase these?

-----Original Message-----
From: main@TechTalk.groups.io <main@TechTalk.groups.io> On Behalf Of Peter
Spitz
Sent: Friday, March 8, 2019 8:48 AM
To: main@techtalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and legal
size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have raised lines
on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice and the embossed
checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a check writing guide
because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that
I never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one
cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods
does anyone have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come
up with a method! 😊

Blaster

#77912

I bought my new  one from the blind mice mega mall and it's much
better then the plain flat one I was using. This one is a clamshell
design, where the check fits inside it, then you fold it over so it
can't wiggle around under your fingers while you fill in the boxes.
Gerald is right, it takes a little practice writing in those slots,
but it's totally doable.

Here is a description:
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/bmm/shop/Item_Detail?itemid=2662647

HTH,
Blaster

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On 3/8/19, Gerald Levy via Groups.Io <bwaylimited=verizon.net@groups.io> wrote:

The problem I have found with these check writing guides is that the
slits for entering the various fields are so narrow that it is difficult
to impossible to write legibly in them.  I could never masterthe the
necessary dexterity to write legible checks with one of these guides.
And nobody seems to sell guides for those larger, embossed line checks,
which would have larger slits.  So I do most of my banking online.  On
those rare occasions when I need to write a check, I have somebody I can
trust fill it out for me so that all I have to do is sign it.


Gerald



On 3/8/2019 11:47 AM, Peter Spitz wrote:
There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and
legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have
raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice
and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a
check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,



This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I
never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one
cannot
see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone
have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up
with
a method! 😊

Pamela Dominguez

#77913

The one that came with the braille account is two pieces of metal held together by two rivets on one end.  You slide the check in between the pieces.  Pam.

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-----Original Message----- 
From: Blaster
Sent: Friday, March 08, 2019 1:09 PM
To: main@techtalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

I bought my new  one from the blind mice mega mall and it's much
better then the plain flat one I was using. This one is a clamshell
design, where the check fits inside it, then you fold it over so it
can't wiggle around under your fingers while you fill in the boxes.
Gerald is right, it takes a little practice writing in those slots,
but it's totally doable.

Here is a description:
https://www.blindmicemegamall.com/bmm/shop/Item_Detail?itemid=2662647

HTH,
Blaster

On 3/8/19, Gerald Levy via Groups.Io <bwaylimited=verizon.net@groups.io> wrote:

The problem I have found with these check writing guides is that the
slits for entering the various fields are so narrow that it is difficult
to impossible to write legibly in them.  I could never masterthe the
necessary dexterity to write legible checks with one of these guides.
And nobody seems to sell guides for those larger, embossed line checks,
which would have larger slits.  So I do most of my banking online.  On
those rare occasions when I need to write a check, I have somebody I can
trust fill it out for me so that all I have to do is sign it.

Gerald

On 3/8/2019 11:47 AM, Peter Spitz wrote:
There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and
legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have
raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice
and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a
check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I
never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one
cannot
see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone
have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up
with
a method! 😊

Gerald Levy

#77914

But without such a  guide, how do you know which field is which? A partially sighted person may see sufficiently well enough to determine the right place  to begin writing above the embossed lines, which are really not very tactile in the first place, but not necessarily a totally blind person. To me, the raised lines just all seem to run together, and I cannot distinguish each field accurately enough to avoid writing straight across into the next adjacent field, or writing crooked into the field that is above or below.  So it would be helpful if somebody sold a special guide that would fit over large, embossed line checks that would have large slits for each field.

Gerald

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On 3/8/2019 12:53 PM, Pamela Dominguez wrote:
I can't write that small, either.  But why would you need a guide for a raised-line check?  You use the lines as a guide.  That's why they are raised.  Pam.

-----Original Message----- From: Gerald Levy via Groups.Io
Sent: Friday, March 08, 2019 12:40 PM
To: main@TechTalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

The problem I have found with these check writing guides is that the
slits for entering the various fields are so narrow that it is difficult
to impossible to write legibly in them.  I could never masterthe the
necessary dexterity to write legible checks with one of these guides.
And nobody seems to sell guides for those larger, embossed line checks,
which would have larger slits.  So I do most of my banking online.  On
those rare occasions when I need to write a check, I have somebody I can
trust fill it out for me so that all I have to do is sign it.

Gerald

On 3/8/2019 11:47 AM, Peter Spitz wrote:
There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and
legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have
raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice
and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a
check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I
never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot
see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone
have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with
a method! 😊

Onwardbob

#77919

Hi Holly, where can I get that program and the blank check paper? Thanks

BOB SOUTAR.ONWARD THRU THE FOG

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-----Original Message-----
From: main@TechTalk.groups.io [mailto:main@TechTalk.groups.io] On Behalf Of
Holly
Sent: Friday, March 08, 2019 9:11 AM
To: main@TechTalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

With all the online payment options available now, I only have to write one 
or two checks a year.

However, if you are not into doing that, there are check guides available.

I, myself, have a check printing program on my computer.  When setting up 
the program, you scan your signature into the program and it even prints 
your signature on the checks that it prints.  You use only blank check 
paper, so very secure that way.  No checks laying around with your bank 
info.

Holly

Sugar

#77920

Hello

Sorry if your questioned has been answered and this is just a repeat:

Your bank should provide you with the option to order checks that have raised lines.

I use Wells Fargo for my banking needs and they do have checks that have raised lines.

They are longer but the lines are raised and you can feel the lines where to write the information needed.

They are just like a regular check if you ever seen one before.

There are raised lines so that you know where to:

Write date on top right corner

Then there is a long raised line so you can write to whom the check is for.

The next line is where you write out the amount.

On the same line there is a divided space where you write the number amount.

The next line that is raised is on the bottom left which is your Memo line

Then on the far right is where your sign your name

HTH

Sugar

"A day without a friend is like a pot without a drop of honey."

-Winnie the Pooh

Please support me in my journey to another opportunity of life at:

https://www.gofundme.com/sugars-transplant-journey

Hugs, Sugar

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From: main@TechTalk.groups.io <main@TechTalk.groups.io> On Behalf Of Kimsan via Groups.Io
Sent: Friday, March 8, 2019 8:37 AM
To: main@TechTalk.groups.io
Subject: [TechTalk] writing checks?

Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with a method! 😊

Holly

#77928

Hi Bob:

The program I have is Versacheck.  They have several packages, but for home office use Versacheck Silver is a good choice.

There are several check printing programs out there, so you might want to do some research before taking the plunge.

I have had Versacheck for ten years, so am very used to it.  I think the Silver software is around $60.  It will keep a register for you and you can input all your automatic deposits, withdrawals, etc., so you don't have to enter them every month.

As for the blank check paper, there are lots of venders that are less expensive than getting  it from Versacheck.  One is called Check ASAP, I think.  Make sure you get a nice heavy stock though.

Hope this helps.

Holly

Nimer Jaber

#77936

Hello,

Most banks have a bill pay feature. Using this feature, you can have your bank write out and send a check to whomever you want a check sent to, whether that is an individual or a company. This works for me.

Thanks.

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On Fri, Mar 8, 2019 at 9:37 AM Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I never thought of.
I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone have here to accomplish the task?
I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with a method! 😊

--

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#77937

We worked out a check file, but it took a lot of experimenting on some old checks. 

Best regards,

Carolyn

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-----Original Message-----
From: main@TechTalk.groups.io [mailto:main@TechTalk.groups.io] On Behalf Of Peter Spitz
Sent: Friday, March 8, 2019 11:48 AM
To: main@techtalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

There are check writing guides you can purchase for both standard and legal size checks.  Also, you can purchase embossed checks that have raised lines on the field you need to fill in.  Takes some practice and the embossed checks are more expensive.  I decided to just use a check writing guide because it's cheaper and I rarely write a check.

On 3/8/19, Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:
Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that 
I never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one 
cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods 
does anyone have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come 
up with a method! 😊

Holly

#77943

Also, you can have your normal bills set up to be charged to your credit card. I have a card that gives a rebate of 1% for all charges. It is easy and convenient. Then I set up the charges on my card to be paid in full automatically on a certain date by my bank.

I don’t have to write checks for any of my bills, except for my property taxes each year.

Sugar

#77946

Or order them and write them yourself?

Yes there are options out there

Smile

sugar

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-Winnie the Pooh

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From: main@TechTalk.groups.io <main@TechTalk.groups.io> On Behalf Of Nimer Jaber
Sent: Friday, March 8, 2019 2:56 PM
To: main@techtalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

Hello,

Most banks have a bill pay feature. Using this feature, you can have your bank write out and send a check to whomever you want a check sent to, whether that is an individual or a company. This works for me.

Thanks.

On Fri, Mar 8, 2019 at 9:37 AM Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I never thought of.
I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone have here to accomplish the task?
I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with a method! 😊

--

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Nimer Jaber

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#77947

Chase used to have pay-by-phone, a long time ago. But they did away with it many years ago, because they wanted people to bank online. I used to use that pay by phone. I understand other banks still have it. Pam.

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From: Nimer Jaber

Sent: Friday, March 08, 2019 5:56 PM

To: main@techtalk.groups.io

Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

Hello,

Most banks have a bill pay feature. Using this feature, you can have your bank write out and send a check to whomever you want a check sent to, whether that is an individual or a company. This works for me.

Thanks.

On Fri, Mar 8, 2019 at 9:37 AM Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with a method! 😊

--

Best,

Nimer Jaber

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Victor

#77948

Most major banks have mobile apps that might be accessible. Don’t worry about paying bills with an app on your mobile device as these apps are pretty secure now. I once read that the capital one mobile app is extremely accessible.

Victor

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On Mar 8, 2019, at 3:56 PM, Pamela Dominguez <pammygirl99@...> wrote:

Chase used to have pay-by-phone, a long time ago. But they did away with it many years ago, because they wanted people to bank online. I used to use that pay by phone. I understand other banks still have it. Pam.

From: Nimer Jaber

Sent: Friday, March 08, 2019 5:56 PM

To: main@techtalk.groups.io

Subject: Re: [TechTalk] writing checks?

Hello,

Most banks have a bill pay feature. Using this feature, you can have your bank write out and send a check to whomever you want a check sent to, whether that is an individual or a company. This works for me.

Thanks.

On Fri, Mar 8, 2019 at 9:37 AM Kimsan via Groups.Io <kimsansong=icloud.com@groups.io> wrote:

Hi guys,

This may not be technology related but maybe someone has an idea that I never thought of.

I’m completely blind and I would like to start writing checks, if one cannot see where to fill out the information, what creative methods does anyone have here to accomplish the task?

I’ll write someone a check for a dollar, if we can successfully come up with a method! 😊

--

Best,

Nimer Jaber

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