If any of your employees are set up with a manual payment method, you can download a print-ready PDF of their checks directly from Salaris. Each page contains the employee's check in the top third of the page, with their paystub below.

Salaris uses the DLT159 check format — a check-on-top custom check stock format. You will need to purchase compatible check stock before printing. This format may also be listed on some websites as "Laser Top Check, Multi-Purpose 7.5 Voucher" — however, make sure the design matches exactly, as any variation will affect print alignment.

The following suppliers carry compatible check stock:

Your check stock should already have your company's routing number and banking information printed on it.

The MICR line at the bottom of every check contains your business's routing and bank account numbers in a machine-readable format. If those details were printed directly onto a downloadable PDF, every payroll would create a digital file containing your live banking credentials. Those files could potentially be copied, forwarded, or intercepted, increasing the risk of fraud.

By using pre-printed check stock that you physically control, your banking information is never embedded in a digital file.

Banking (MICR) Compliance

Banks require the MICR line to be printed using magnetic ink or toner that meets strict banking standards. Most office printers cannot guarantee compliance, which can result in checks being rejected or processed manually, potentially leading to delays or additional bank fees.

Using professionally printed check stock ensures your checks meet these banking requirements.

Signature Authorization

The signature on a payroll check represents the account holder's authorization to issue payment. We do not electronically apply signatures on behalf of our customers, as signing authority remains with the business owner or authorized signer.
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​For these security, compliance, and authorization reasons, SocialSchedules Payroll requires professionally printed check stock rather than blank check paper.

Checks are designed to fit in #9 Double Window Envelopes. The employee's residence address is printed on the check and will show through the window.

Only employees whose payment method is set to Manual will be included in the download. Employees set up for direct deposit will not appear.

Checks can be downloaded from two places in Salaris — the Payroll screen for your current pay period, or Payroll history for past pay periods.

Once downloaded, open the PDF and print on your check stock. Make sure your printer alignment is correct before printing a full batch — a misaligned print will not sit correctly within the check stock fields.