Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
Jo, here's a place where you can get Talking checkbook. I personally have used this program for years and am very satisfied with it. The URL is: http://www.enablemart.com/Talking-Checkbook Give it a try. Arianna- Original Message - From: Jo Luland jolul...@verizon.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2010 4:57 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Where can I find out about Talking Checkbook? Thanks. Jo - Original Message - From: Troy Sullivan troysulliva...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 11:38 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software I use talking checkbook which also works well with jaws, not sure of the price. - Original Message - From: Russ Breitenstein russ.breitenst...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Larry Try the Blind Computing website under Address Books and Personal Data. There is a check writing program that you can download and try out. Also, I'm a big fan of Money Talks from The American Printing House for the Blind (APH.org). It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of Quicken but it more than does the job and the price is very reasonable. Hope this helps, Russ - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer lar...@infowest.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 9:58 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
NO, I see no reason why except for your printer. Arianna - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer lar...@infowest.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, October 15, 2010 7:04 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Arianna, Under hardware requirements they are calling for a USB port, any ideas why? -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Arianna Sent: Friday, October 15, 2010 6:09 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Jo, here's a place where you can get Talking checkbook. I personally have used this program for years and am very satisfied with it. The URL is: http://www.enablemart.com/Talking-Checkbook Give it a try. Arianna- Original Message - From: Jo Luland jolul...@verizon.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2010 4:57 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Where can I find out about Talking Checkbook? Thanks. Jo - Original Message - From: Troy Sullivan troysulliva...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 11:38 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software I use talking checkbook which also works well with jaws, not sure of the price. - Original Message - From: Russ Breitenstein russ.breitenst...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Larry Try the Blind Computing website under Address Books and Personal Data. There is a check writing program that you can download and try out. Also, I'm a big fan of Money Talks from The American Printing House for the Blind (APH.org). It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of Quicken but it more than does the job and the price is very reasonable. Hope this helps, Russ - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer lar...@infowest.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 9:58 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ -- BEGIN-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS -- NOTE: This message was trained as non-spam. If this is wrong, please correct the training as soon as possible. Teach InfoWest Spam Trap if this mail (ID 03Dj0ciCD) is spam: Spam: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=03Dj0ciCDm=5ac5 178e1e61c=s Not spam: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=03Dj0ciCDm=5ac5 178e1e61c=n Forget vote: https://spamtrap.infowest.com/canit/b.php?i=03Dj0ciCDm=5ac5 178e1e61c=f REMEMBER: Never give out your account information, password, or other personal information over e-mail. -- END-ANTISPAM-VOTING-LINKS __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5533 (20101015) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
I also use online banking extensively, but occasionally, I employ day laborers or very small contractors who might not even have a regular address. So, for those folks, a hardcopy check is really the only way to pay them unless you use cash, which you certainly don't want to advertise. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Gerald Levy Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 5:09 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Wouldn't it be a lot easier to set up online bbill payment with your bank instead of going through the hassle of printing checks? I never write checks anymore since I set up online bill payment with my bank, JP Morgan Chase. . Plus, I save on the cost of postage and special checks. And I can do this without sighted help. Gerald - Original Message - From: Lennie lenni...@mchsi.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 5:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Bill, I am assuming that you already have checks? I have set up a system using word 2003 and it is rather complicated, but it works for me. I'll try to explain. First you must set up a word table with four columns: 1. the payee 2. the check amount (in numbers such as 100.00 no dollar sign) 3. the check amount written out as One Hundred and no/100 4. the memo or note field Once the table has been set up, then you must create a file which I call check format. This file will be laid out to match the print positions of the four items mentioned above on the check. This is the hardest step trying to make sure that the print positions matched up correctly. I have wasted several checks doing this. If you have a sighted person to measure the check for you, you can lay it out using alt+F then U for page set up to set up the margin. You also have to use format, paragraph to manipulate the exact position so not have to print high above the line or below the line. Once the format file is created, then you have to do a mail merge. Alt+t, E press enter and select Directory and follow the prompt to step through the process to merge the table with the format file. Once you have successfully done this, then you must do the process over again by recording the steps creating a macro with a short-cut key so that the merge can be done each time that you want to change an amount of a check or add a new payee. I know that this is complicated as hell and a certain friend will probably want to go to Dr. Phil after doing all of this. One more thing, my checks are the business size checks that my bank provided for me as a blind customer. It is called a sighted check. I don't know if other banks will charge you for these types of checks. If you are interested on what I mentioned above, write me off list and I will do my best to help especially since I wrote this email rather quickly and may have left out some important information. Take care, Lennie At 04:52 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_ca te gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
Thanks, I'm going to save this for future use, as in, if I ever get a reliable enough printer. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Lennie Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 4:50 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Bill, I am assuming that you already have checks? I have set up a system using word 2003 and it is rather complicated, but it works for me. I'll try to explain. First you must set up a word table with four columns: 1. the payee 2. the check amount (in numbers such as 100.00 no dollar sign) 3. the check amount written out as One Hundred and no/100 4. the memo or note field Once the table has been set up, then you must create a file which I call check format. This file will be laid out to match the print positions of the four items mentioned above on the check. This is the hardest step trying to make sure that the print positions matched up correctly. I have wasted several checks doing this. If you have a sighted person to measure the check for you, you can lay it out using alt+F then U for page set up to set up the margin. You also have to use format, paragraph to manipulate the exact position so not have to print high above the line or below the line. Once the format file is created, then you have to do a mail merge. Alt+t, E press enter and select Directory and follow the prompt to step through the process to merge the table with the format file. Once you have successfully done this, then you must do the process over again by recording the steps creating a macro with a short-cut key so that the merge can be done each time that you want to change an amount of a check or add a new payee. I know that this is complicated as hell and a certain friend will probably want to go to Dr. Phil after doing all of this. One more thing, my checks are the business size checks that my bank provided for me as a blind customer. It is called a sighted check. I don't know if other banks will charge you for these types of checks. If you are interested on what I mentioned above, write me off list and I will do my best to help especially since I wrote this email rather quickly and may have left out some important information. Take care, Lennie At 04:52 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cat e gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
Nowadays, most vendors allow for you to do it over the phone. Now, the only time I write checks is to individuals, or things like club dues, etc. where they don't have any provision for payment other than checks or cash. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Gerald Levy Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 3:09 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Wouldn't it be a lot easier to set up online bbill payment with your bank instead of going through the hassle of printing checks? I never write checks anymore since I set up online bill payment with my bank, JP Morgan Chase. . Plus, I save on the cost of postage and special checks. And I can do this without sighted help. Gerald - Original Message - From: Lennie lenni...@mchsi.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 5:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Bill, I am assuming that you already have checks? I have set up a system using word 2003 and it is rather complicated, but it works for me. I'll try to explain. First you must set up a word table with four columns: 1. the payee 2. the check amount (in numbers such as 100.00 no dollar sign) 3. the check amount written out as One Hundred and no/100 4. the memo or note field Once the table has been set up, then you must create a file which I call check format. This file will be laid out to match the print positions of the four items mentioned above on the check. This is the hardest step trying to make sure that the print positions matched up correctly. I have wasted several checks doing this. If you have a sighted person to measure the check for you, you can lay it out using alt+F then U for page set up to set up the margin. You also have to use format, paragraph to manipulate the exact position so not have to print high above the line or below the line. Once the format file is created, then you have to do a mail merge. Alt+t, E press enter and select Directory and follow the prompt to step through the process to merge the table with the format file. Once you have successfully done this, then you must do the process over again by recording the steps creating a macro with a short-cut key so that the merge can be done each time that you want to change an amount of a check or add a new payee. I know that this is complicated as hell and a certain friend will probably want to go to Dr. Phil after doing all of this. One more thing, my checks are the business size checks that my bank provided for me as a blind customer. It is called a sighted check. I don't know if other banks will charge you for these types of checks. If you are interested on what I mentioned above, write me off list and I will do my best to help especially since I wrote this email rather quickly and may have left out some important information. Take care, Lennie At 04:52 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800servi ce_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software.
I have a friend who has an arrangement with his bank, where his bills are sent to the bank, and they automatically deduct the funds needed to pay them from his account. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Jenny Bomareto Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 3:29 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Actually I don't use checks anymore either, but I still have the TCB and use the debit card but not on-line bill pay. To me, that doesn't seem safe. Everyone to his/her preferences. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software.
Most banks get their checks from the same sources, like Deluxe Check Printers, and they offer raised line checks. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Dale Leavens Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:32 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. I too use the duplicate cheques but I don't write them. There aren't many businesses who take cheques any more of course but on-line banking which I also use does not cover every situation. I have accounts at a few businesses around town and I like to pay them by cheque rather than charge card or debit card. they offer me account services and they send me a bill. I don't see any reason why they should have to pay the banks for offering me that convenience. I would like it if they would offer me a discount for their saving but I consider it part of the cost of convenience. I have been able to occasionally pay by cheque rather than credit card for the bank discount in some situations, particularly large purchases. The vendor can give me 4 or 5% discount and there is also some tax saving to me without costing the vendor anything, it is just money he doesn't pay the card people. Not all merchants will do that. I saved a couple of hundred bucks on a bed a few years ago, enough to hang new curtains and a spread with some change. Don't think either of my banks offer raised line cheques. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press braill...@hawaii.rr.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 8:50 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hi Dale, It's not my preference, but I do have raised line checks and can write a check if needed. I bought the kind of checks that have a carbon behind them so if a friend or someone writes a check for me I have a copy of it. I have been using online banking until recently when they changed the site and I just don't get it anymore. I am working with FS and the bank to make it work for me. I like the online banking because I have it set so that anytime any activity occurs on my account, I receive an email. Some banks try to charge more for the raised line checks, but the law says that they have to charge you the price of the most popular check they issue. Betsy At 02:35 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: So, those of you who do not use cheques, do you carry large amounts of cash? I will contract a local loader operator to remove snow for the winter in a couple of weeks, I expect it will be around $600. I paid him something like $225 two weeks ago to bring me a small load of sand and to remove a couple of tons of debris from my lawn. Now he doesn't travel with a charge card machine in his truck or run PayPal and I don't keep hundreds of dollars about although I probably could make a special trip to the bank in advance if I knew exactly how much it will cost. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:12 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hello, Why not go to Premier Assistive Technology and purchase the Talking Checkbook. Then you can purchase a box of checks from checks in the mail. Tell the person that you want your name printed on the check (of course after you write a check to someone you still have to sign it), your account number, and checks in the mail will put the bank name on your checks once you specify how many checks you want and what number it should start from. The checks are laser checks. I think you'll like the TCB you can type in who it's going to, the date, amount, memo, notes, it even gives an extra field if you want to add more notes, then you can print by hitting either enter or the spacebar, then you can push the spacebar to check the check once it has cleared your account. If you have more questions feel free to write off list. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software.
Well, if these kinds of situations come up fairly rarely, you could always get a cashier's check from the bank, or get a postal money order. Generally, we have sighted assistance at times, and sometimes we need to use it. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 5:50 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hi Dale, It's not my preference, but I do have raised line checks and can write a check if needed. I bought the kind of checks that have a carbon behind them so if a friend or someone writes a check for me I have a copy of it. I have been using online banking until recently when they changed the site and I just don't get it anymore. I am working with FS and the bank to make it work for me. I like the online banking because I have it set so that anytime any activity occurs on my account, I receive an email. Some banks try to charge more for the raised line checks, but the law says that they have to charge you the price of the most popular check they issue. Betsy At 02:35 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: So, those of you who do not use cheques, do you carry large amounts of cash? I will contract a local loader operator to remove snow for the winter in a couple of weeks, I expect it will be around $600. I paid him something like $225 two weeks ago to bring me a small load of sand and to remove a couple of tons of debris from my lawn. Now he doesn't travel with a charge card machine in his truck or run PayPal and I don't keep hundreds of dollars about although I probably could make a special trip to the bank in advance if I knew exactly how much it will cost. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:12 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hello, Why not go to Premier Assistive Technology and purchase the Talking Checkbook. Then you can purchase a box of checks from checks in the mail. Tell the person that you want your name printed on the check (of course after you write a check to someone you still have to sign it), your account number, and checks in the mail will put the bank name on your checks once you specify how many checks you want and what number it should start from. The checks are laser checks. I think you'll like the TCB you can type in who it's going to, the date, amount, memo, notes, it even gives an extra field if you want to add more notes, then you can print by hitting either enter or the spacebar, then you can push the spacebar to check the check once it has cleared your account. If you have more questions feel free to write off list. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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You can print the regular raised-line checks with Money Talks. It has a template where you can make slight adjustments to the placement of the various fields such as date, amount, paid to the order of, etc. Steve Lansing, MI - Original Message - From: Stephan, William S NWK william.s.step...@usace.army.mil To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 4:52 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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Actually, you can get a form from utilities, etc. to give permissions to have your bills paid electronically from your checking account You can do this with credit cards as well. marilyn - Original Message - From: Baracco, Andrew W andrew.bara...@va.gov To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2010 10:13 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. :I have a friend who has an arrangement with his bank, where his bills : are sent to the bank, and they automatically deduct the funds needed to : pay them from his account. : : Andy : : : -Original Message- : From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com : [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Jenny : Bomareto : Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 3:29 PM : To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com : Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. : : Actually I don't use checks anymore either, but I still have the TCB : and : use the debit card but not on-line bill pay. To me, that doesn't seem : safe. : Everyone to his/her preferences. : : Best Wishes, : Fan of Mark Chesnutt : Jenny Bomareto : goldi...@mho.com : : : For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: : http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ : : For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: : http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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I also setup with them, it makes it so easy and done in abut 5 minutes. At 06:09 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: Wouldn't it be a lot easier to set up online bbill payment with your bank instead of going through the hassle of printing checks? I never write checks anymore since I set up online bill payment with my bank, JP Morgan Chase. . Plus, I save on the cost of postage and special checks. And I can do this without sighted help. Gerald - Original Message - From: Lennie lenni...@mchsi.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 5:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Bill, I am assuming that you already have checks? I have set up a system using word 2003 and it is rather complicated, but it works for me. I'll try to explain. First you must set up a word table with four columns: 1. the payee 2. the check amount (in numbers such as 100.00 no dollar sign) 3. the check amount written out as One Hundred and no/100 4. the memo or note field Once the table has been set up, then you must create a file which I call check format. This file will be laid out to match the print positions of the four items mentioned above on the check. This is the hardest step trying to make sure that the print positions matched up correctly. I have wasted several checks doing this. If you have a sighted person to measure the check for you, you can lay it out using alt+F then U for page set up to set up the margin. You also have to use format, paragraph to manipulate the exact position so not have to print high above the line or below the line. Once the format file is created, then you have to do a mail merge. Alt+t, E press enter and select Directory and follow the prompt to step through the process to merge the table with the format file. Once you have successfully done this, then you must do the process over again by recording the steps creating a macro with a short-cut key so that the merge can be done each time that you want to change an amount of a check or add a new payee. I know that this is complicated as hell and a certain friend will probably want to go to Dr. Phil after doing all of this. One more thing, my checks are the business size checks that my bank provided for me as a blind customer. It is called a sighted check. I don't know if other banks will charge you for these types of checks. If you are interested on what I mentioned above, write me off list and I will do my best to help especially since I wrote this email rather quickly and may have left out some important information. Take care, Lennie At 04:52 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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You can write a macro in Word to enable you to fill in cheques and then use the envelope slot in a standard printer to actually print them. My Son set it up for me and it announces the title of each field as you tab through them. Obviously you will need to have someone fairly computer literate and sighted to set this up but once its done its really very easy to use. Andy GOODTIMES ROADSHOW Chairman of... THE WEDDING DJ ASSOCIATION - www.weddingdja.co.uk Professional member of... THE ALLIANCE OF PARTY MOBILE DJs - www.ampdj.co.uk Holder of... Portable Appliance Test Safety Certificates £10m Public Liability Insurance Certificate Professional Dubbing Licence T: 01782 638033 M: 07909 773323 E: a...@goodtimesroadshow.co.uk W: www.goodtimesroadshow.co.uk Party Formal DJ/MC...Professional Light Sound Hire...Uplighting...Dance Floors...Screens and all your entertainment needs. - Original Message - From: Baracco, Andrew W andrew.bara...@va.gov To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2010 4:18 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Well, if these kinds of situations come up fairly rarely, you could always get a cashier's check from the bank, or get a postal money order. Generally, we have sighted assistance at times, and sometimes we need to use it. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 5:50 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hi Dale, It's not my preference, but I do have raised line checks and can write a check if needed. I bought the kind of checks that have a carbon behind them so if a friend or someone writes a check for me I have a copy of it. I have been using online banking until recently when they changed the site and I just don't get it anymore. I am working with FS and the bank to make it work for me. I like the online banking because I have it set so that anytime any activity occurs on my account, I receive an email. Some banks try to charge more for the raised line checks, but the law says that they have to charge you the price of the most popular check they issue. Betsy At 02:35 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: So, those of you who do not use cheques, do you carry large amounts of cash? I will contract a local loader operator to remove snow for the winter in a couple of weeks, I expect it will be around $600. I paid him something like $225 two weeks ago to bring me a small load of sand and to remove a couple of tons of debris from my lawn. Now he doesn't travel with a charge card machine in his truck or run PayPal and I don't keep hundreds of dollars about although I probably could make a special trip to the bank in advance if I knew exactly how much it will cost. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:12 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hello, Why not go to Premier Assistive Technology and purchase the Talking Checkbook. Then you can purchase a box of checks from checks in the mail. Tell the person that you want your name printed on the check (of course after you write a check to someone you still have to sign it), your account number, and checks in the mail will put the bank name on your checks once you specify how many checks you want and what number it should start from. The checks are laser checks. I think you'll like the TCB you can type in who it's going to, the date, amount, memo, notes, it even gives an extra field if you want to add more notes, then you can print by hitting either enter or the spacebar, then you can push the spacebar to check the check once it has cleared your account. If you have more questions feel free to write off list. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.448 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3195 - Release Date: 10/13/10 18:34:00 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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Where can I find out about Talking Checkbook? Thanks. Jo - Original Message - From: Troy Sullivan troysulliva...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 11:38 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software I use talking checkbook which also works well with jaws, not sure of the price. - Original Message - From: Russ Breitenstein russ.breitenst...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Larry Try the Blind Computing website under Address Books and Personal Data. There is a check writing program that you can download and try out. Also, I'm a big fan of Money Talks from The American Printing House for the Blind (APH.org). It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of Quicken but it more than does the job and the price is very reasonable. Hope this helps, Russ - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer lar...@infowest.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 9:58 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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www.techready.co.uk Google is your friend :D GOODTIMES ROADSHOW Chairman of... THE WEDDING DJ ASSOCIATION - www.weddingdja.co.uk Professional member of... THE ALLIANCE OF PARTY MOBILE DJs - www.ampdj.co.uk Holder of... Portable Appliance Test Safety Certificates £10m Public Liability Insurance Certificate Professional Dubbing Licence T: 01782 638033 M: 07909 773323 E: a...@goodtimesroadshow.co.uk W: www.goodtimesroadshow.co.uk Party Formal DJ/MC...Professional Light Sound Hire...Uplighting...Dance Floors...Screens and all your entertainment needs. - Original Message - From: Jo Luland jolul...@verizon.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, October 15, 2010 12:57 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Where can I find out about Talking Checkbook? Thanks. Jo - Original Message - From: Troy Sullivan troysulliva...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 11:38 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software I use talking checkbook which also works well with jaws, not sure of the price. - Original Message - From: Russ Breitenstein russ.breitenst...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Larry Try the Blind Computing website under Address Books and Personal Data. There is a check writing program that you can download and try out. Also, I'm a big fan of Money Talks from The American Printing House for the Blind (APH.org). It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of Quicken but it more than does the job and the price is very reasonable. Hope this helps, Russ - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer lar...@infowest.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 9:58 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.448 / Virus Database: 271.1.1/3195 - Release Date: 10/13/10 18:34:00 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
Larry Try the Blind Computing website under Address Books and Personal Data. There is a check writing program that you can download and try out. Also, I'm a big fan of Money Talks from The American Printing House for the Blind (APH.org). It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of Quicken but it more than does the job and the price is very reasonable. Hope this helps, Russ - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer lar...@infowest.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 9:58 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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Approximately, how much does each check cost? Gary -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Stephan, William S NWK Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 3:52 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cat e gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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It's been several years, but I think it was like $.20 per. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Gary Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 4:02 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Approximately, how much does each check cost? Gary -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Stephan, William S NWK Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 3:52 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cat e gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
Hi Bill, I am assuming that you already have checks? I have set up a system using word 2003 and it is rather complicated, but it works for me. I'll try to explain. First you must set up a word table with four columns: 1. the payee 2. the check amount (in numbers such as 100.00 no dollar sign) 3. the check amount written out as One Hundred and no/100 4. the memo or note field Once the table has been set up, then you must create a file which I call check format. This file will be laid out to match the print positions of the four items mentioned above on the check. This is the hardest step trying to make sure that the print positions matched up correctly. I have wasted several checks doing this. If you have a sighted person to measure the check for you, you can lay it out using alt+F then U for page set up to set up the margin. You also have to use format, paragraph to manipulate the exact position so not have to print high above the line or below the line. Once the format file is created, then you have to do a mail merge. Alt+t, E press enter and select Directory and follow the prompt to step through the process to merge the table with the format file. Once you have successfully done this, then you must do the process over again by recording the steps creating a macro with a short-cut key so that the merge can be done each time that you want to change an amount of a check or add a new payee. I know that this is complicated as hell and a certain friend will probably want to go to Dr. Phil after doing all of this. One more thing, my checks are the business size checks that my bank provided for me as a blind customer. It is called a sighted check. I don't know if other banks will charge you for these types of checks. If you are interested on what I mentioned above, write me off list and I will do my best to help especially since I wrote this email rather quickly and may have left out some important information. Take care, Lennie At 04:52 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
Wouldn't it be a lot easier to set up online bbill payment with your bank instead of going through the hassle of printing checks? I never write checks anymore since I set up online bill payment with my bank, JP Morgan Chase. . Plus, I save on the cost of postage and special checks. And I can do this without sighted help. Gerald - Original Message - From: Lennie lenni...@mchsi.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 5:49 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Bill, I am assuming that you already have checks? I have set up a system using word 2003 and it is rather complicated, but it works for me. I'll try to explain. First you must set up a word table with four columns: 1. the payee 2. the check amount (in numbers such as 100.00 no dollar sign) 3. the check amount written out as One Hundred and no/100 4. the memo or note field Once the table has been set up, then you must create a file which I call check format. This file will be laid out to match the print positions of the four items mentioned above on the check. This is the hardest step trying to make sure that the print positions matched up correctly. I have wasted several checks doing this. If you have a sighted person to measure the check for you, you can lay it out using alt+F then U for page set up to set up the margin. You also have to use format, paragraph to manipulate the exact position so not have to print high above the line or below the line. Once the format file is created, then you have to do a mail merge. Alt+t, E press enter and select Directory and follow the prompt to step through the process to merge the table with the format file. Once you have successfully done this, then you must do the process over again by recording the steps creating a macro with a short-cut key so that the merge can be done each time that you want to change an amount of a check or add a new payee. I know that this is complicated as hell and a certain friend will probably want to go to Dr. Phil after doing all of this. One more thing, my checks are the business size checks that my bank provided for me as a blind customer. It is called a sighted check. I don't know if other banks will charge you for these types of checks. If you are interested on what I mentioned above, write me off list and I will do my best to help especially since I wrote this email rather quickly and may have left out some important information. Take care, Lennie At 04:52 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: I thought about buying this kind of software, but the cost of the checks was prohibitive. If somebody has figured out a work-around to avoid this cost I'd sure be interested in hearing about it. William S. Stephan Contract Specialist U.S. Army Engineer District, Kansas City Contracting Division 601 E 12th St. Room 647 Kansas City, MO 64106 Phone: (816)389-3801 Email: william.s.step...@usace.army.mil Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=cardservice_provider_id=110800service_cate gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Glenn Lemacher Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 2:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hello Larry, I'd suggest Money Talks I've been using it for about three months and it works very well with Jaws and windows 7. The program will cost you $39.00 and it's well worth it. I was using Quicken , but Money Talks is much better. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Larry Stansifer Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 8:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] Check writing software.
Hello, Why not go to Premier Assistive Technology and purchase the Talking Checkbook. Then you can purchase a box of checks from checks in the mail. Tell the person that you want your name printed on the check (of course after you write a check to someone you still have to sign it), your account number, and checks in the mail will put the bank name on your checks once you specify how many checks you want and what number it should start from. The checks are laser checks. I think you'll like the TCB you can type in who it's going to, the date, amount, memo, notes, it even gives an extra field if you want to add more notes, then you can print by hitting either enter or the spacebar, then you can push the spacebar to check the check once it has cleared your account. If you have more questions feel free to write off list. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] Check writing software.
Actually I don't use checks anymore either, but I still have the TCB and use the debit card but not on-line bill pay. To me, that doesn't seem safe. Everyone to his/her preferences. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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Actually, online bill pay is safer than paper checks because there is less chance of checks getting lost in the mail and falling into the wrong hands. Also, you can receive daily email alerts of your account balance so that you know instantly whether there is any suspicious activity. And no check register to keep track of. Gerald - Original Message - From: Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:29 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Actually I don't use checks anymore either, but I still have the TCB and use the debit card but not on-line bill pay. To me, that doesn't seem safe. Everyone to his/her preferences. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software.
So, those of you who do not use cheques, do you carry large amounts of cash? I will contract a local loader operator to remove snow for the winter in a couple of weeks, I expect it will be around $600. I paid him something like $225 two weeks ago to bring me a small load of sand and to remove a couple of tons of debris from my lawn. Now he doesn't travel with a charge card machine in his truck or run PayPal and I don't keep hundreds of dollars about although I probably could make a special trip to the bank in advance if I knew exactly how much it will cost. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:12 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hello, Why not go to Premier Assistive Technology and purchase the Talking Checkbook. Then you can purchase a box of checks from checks in the mail. Tell the person that you want your name printed on the check (of course after you write a check to someone you still have to sign it), your account number, and checks in the mail will put the bank name on your checks once you specify how many checks you want and what number it should start from. The checks are laser checks. I think you'll like the TCB you can type in who it's going to, the date, amount, memo, notes, it even gives an extra field if you want to add more notes, then you can print by hitting either enter or the spacebar, then you can push the spacebar to check the check once it has cleared your account. If you have more questions feel free to write off list. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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Hi Dale, It's not my preference, but I do have raised line checks and can write a check if needed. I bought the kind of checks that have a carbon behind them so if a friend or someone writes a check for me I have a copy of it. I have been using online banking until recently when they changed the site and I just don't get it anymore. I am working with FS and the bank to make it work for me. I like the online banking because I have it set so that anytime any activity occurs on my account, I receive an email. Some banks try to charge more for the raised line checks, but the law says that they have to charge you the price of the most popular check they issue. Betsy At 02:35 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: So, those of you who do not use cheques, do you carry large amounts of cash? I will contract a local loader operator to remove snow for the winter in a couple of weeks, I expect it will be around $600. I paid him something like $225 two weeks ago to bring me a small load of sand and to remove a couple of tons of debris from my lawn. Now he doesn't travel with a charge card machine in his truck or run PayPal and I don't keep hundreds of dollars about although I probably could make a special trip to the bank in advance if I knew exactly how much it will cost. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:12 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hello, Why not go to Premier Assistive Technology and purchase the Talking Checkbook. Then you can purchase a box of checks from checks in the mail. Tell the person that you want your name printed on the check (of course after you write a check to someone you still have to sign it), your account number, and checks in the mail will put the bank name on your checks once you specify how many checks you want and what number it should start from. The checks are laser checks. I think you'll like the TCB you can type in who it's going to, the date, amount, memo, notes, it even gives an extra field if you want to add more notes, then you can print by hitting either enter or the spacebar, then you can push the spacebar to check the check once it has cleared your account. If you have more questions feel free to write off list. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
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I too use the duplicate cheques but I don't write them. There aren't many businesses who take cheques any more of course but on-line banking which I also use does not cover every situation. I have accounts at a few businesses around town and I like to pay them by cheque rather than charge card or debit card. they offer me account services and they send me a bill. I don't see any reason why they should have to pay the banks for offering me that convenience. I would like it if they would offer me a discount for their saving but I consider it part of the cost of convenience. I have been able to occasionally pay by cheque rather than credit card for the bank discount in some situations, particularly large purchases. The vendor can give me 4 or 5% discount and there is also some tax saving to me without costing the vendor anything, it is just money he doesn't pay the card people. Not all merchants will do that. I saved a couple of hundred bucks on a bed a few years ago, enough to hang new curtains and a spread with some change. Don't think either of my banks offer raised line cheques. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Betsy Whitney, Dolphin Press braill...@hawaii.rr.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 8:50 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hi Dale, It's not my preference, but I do have raised line checks and can write a check if needed. I bought the kind of checks that have a carbon behind them so if a friend or someone writes a check for me I have a copy of it. I have been using online banking until recently when they changed the site and I just don't get it anymore. I am working with FS and the bank to make it work for me. I like the online banking because I have it set so that anytime any activity occurs on my account, I receive an email. Some banks try to charge more for the raised line checks, but the law says that they have to charge you the price of the most popular check they issue. Betsy At 02:35 PM 10/13/2010, you wrote: So, those of you who do not use cheques, do you carry large amounts of cash? I will contract a local loader operator to remove snow for the winter in a couple of weeks, I expect it will be around $600. I paid him something like $225 two weeks ago to bring me a small load of sand and to remove a couple of tons of debris from my lawn. Now he doesn't travel with a charge card machine in his truck or run PayPal and I don't keep hundreds of dollars about although I probably could make a special trip to the bank in advance if I knew exactly how much it will cost. Dale Leavens. - Original Message - From: Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 6:12 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing software. Hello, Why not go to Premier Assistive Technology and purchase the Talking Checkbook. Then you can purchase a box of checks from checks in the mail. Tell the person that you want your name printed on the check (of course after you write a check to someone you still have to sign it), your account number, and checks in the mail will put the bank name on your checks once you specify how many checks you want and what number it should start from. The checks are laser checks. I think you'll like the TCB you can type in who it's going to, the date, amount, memo, notes, it even gives an extra field if you want to add more notes, then you can print by hitting either enter or the spacebar, then you can push the spacebar to check the check once it has cleared your account. If you have more questions feel free to write off list. Best Wishes, Fan of Mark Chesnutt Jenny Bomareto goldi...@mho.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
I use talking checkbook which also works well with jaws, not sure of the price. - Original Message - From: Russ Breitenstein russ.breitenst...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:08 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Larry Try the Blind Computing website under Address Books and Personal Data. There is a check writing program that you can download and try out. Also, I'm a big fan of Money Talks from The American Printing House for the Blind (APH.org). It doesn't have all the bells and whistles of Quicken but it more than does the job and the price is very reasonable. Hope this helps, Russ - Original Message - From: Larry Stansifer lar...@infowest.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2010 9:58 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Check writing Software Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] Check writing Software
Hi Folks, Are any of you aware of a check writing program that plays well with Jaws 10.latest and windows XP-Pro? I don't need anything with a bunch of bells and whistles just something that will allow me to create checks out of my HP 2600 laser printer. TNX Larry For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
