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Understand the MICR line
What each part of the bottom line means and how to get it accepted by your bank.
6 min readUpdated Aug 3, 2026
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Capture MICR from an existing check
Read a photo of a real check and match your bank's exact structure.
Last updated Aug 3, 20261 min read
Check Capture reads a photo of a check you already have and extracts the details, including the MICR structure your bank uses.
Capture a check
- Step 1: Photograph a real check from the accountFlat, well lit, the whole check in frame, no glare across the bottom band.
- Step 2: Upload itThe image is processed and the fields are extracted.
- Step 3: Review every fieldConfirm routing number, account number, check number, and the bank name and address.
- Step 4: Confirm the MICR structureField order, spacing, leading zeros, and check number digit width are preserved as captured.
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