Method of printing complete MICR checks on blank sheets from host program data using laser printers

摘要

An improved method for accurately and correctly encoding and printing complete checks on blank paper sheets with data derived from a host check printing program which may employ partially preprinted check forms. The method includes forming, in computer memory, a matrix array representative of the information printed by the host program. Intercepting the print check data generated by the host program. Deciphering and reformatting such host check data with other check information stored in a control file. The control file information is keyed to a selected assigned series of check numbers stored in a control file and extracted based on the check number of the check being processed. Checks are printed on blank paper sheets using the host check data under the control of a separate program that includes printing MICR information with magnetic ink in MICR font.