Clarke American Help Page
Listed below is the step-by-step process for placing your check order. To find the information you are looking for, please choose from the following options:
This will be the primary screen display where you can view your check design throughout the ordering process. The check design at the top of the screen and the Current Selections box choices will change as you proceed.
Clicking on the Help button will bring up the help page to answer your questions during the ordering process.
The first step under Select Design is to decide on the binding style you want for your checks. Click on the binding style below the check to select that check type.
The following binding styles are available:
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Single separate checks which are incorporated into a slim design meant for a single account holder. |
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Wallet Duplicate |
The duplicate check design has a carbonless sheet which records your written check amounts, which allows you to track all transactions of your checkbook automatically. A great choice for joint account holders. |
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Individual entry stubs keep a running balance for simple and fast record-keeping. |
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Three checks to a page for faster check-writing. |
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Desk End Duplicate |
Three checks to a page for faster check-writing, with a carbonless sheet recording your written check amounts, which allows you to track all transactions of your checkbook automatically. A great choice for joint account holders. |
You can view different check designs by clicking on one of the following categories:
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When you are ready to choose a check design, click on the binding hyperlink listed below the check image. The choices will vary according to check type, but you will usually see the choices of Wallet, Wallet Duplicate, Top Stub, etc.
After selecting the binding style, you will be taken to the next screen showing an image of the check, the price listed below it, and any additional scenes in that check series.
If you wish to order the checks, click on:
If you do not wish to order the checks, click on: and you will return to the Main ordering screen where you can select another check design.
After clicking on the button, the check image at the top of the screen and the Current Selections box will be updated to reflect your choice. You will then be taken to the Choose Options screen to personalize your checks.
At the Choose Options screen, you will be prompted to add a Pridemark, choose a Type Style, and to Personalize your checks.
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To select a pridemark in any of these categories, simply click on that image. Within the Initials category, you will be prompted to first select the initial style and then the actual pridemark. After choosing a pridemark, the check image at the top of the screen and the Current Selections box will be updated with your selection. If you do not wish to order a pridemark for your checks, click on the button:
Note: Pridemarks may not be available with all check designs.
The Type Style printed on your checks can say a lot about your personal style. There are six possible styles from which to choose: 
Selecting a type style will determine how your name, address, and phone number will appear on your checks.
To select a Type Style, simply click on the type style image of your choice. After making your choice, the Current Selections box will reflect your selection. If you do not select a Type Style, the Standard Type Style will be chosen as a default.
There may be an additional charge for certain Type Style choices according to the check design selected. The Check Out Total screen will reflect any additional Type Style charges.
Note: Type Style changes will not be reflected on the check image at the top of the screen, but will be printed on your checks.
The information entered in Personalize Your Checks is what will be printed on your checks. Verify that the information contained in this section is both correct and what you would like printed on your checks. Make any changes you need to make at this time. Below is the input screen sample. Click on the "Click Here for Personalization Guidelines" to see samples of how to customize your check personalization. Clicking on the "Click Here for Check Shipping" will bring you down to the Check Shipping Information page.
Be sure to enter a Starting Check Number in the appropriate box below.
Clicking on the 
button will save your changes and take you to the next step in the check ordering process. If the personalization is missing any information, it will prompt you to return to the prior screen to fill in the missing information.
Instructions
Choose a cover to complement your check selection. All covers are made of full-grain leather and feature a convenient ID window and four credit card slits.
To select a cover, simply click on the cover image of your choice.
After you have made your selection, the Current Selections box will reflect your choice. The price of each cover is listed above the cover image. If you do not wish to order a cover, you can click on the button below the cover choices.
Accessorize your order with address labels, and pre-inked stamps. Return address labels come in convenient checkbook-sized pads and contain 150 self-sticking labels. Pre-inked stamps make tasks like bill paying and holiday card mailing much easier. The stamps will print in black ink and are guaranteed for 25,000 impressions.
To order your labels, simply click on the image of the label you would like to order. This will bring you to the Label Personalization and Shipping page where any alterations to your name or address should be made. If you do not wish to order any labels, click on the button at the bottom of the page, and continue with the check order process. Any ordered labels will be delivered to you separately from your checks, and will be shipped First Class as Standard Delivery.
There are three pre-inked stamp formats from which to choose:
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Endorsement |
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To order a stamp, simply click on the image of the stamp you would like to order. This will bring you to the Stamp Personalization and Shipping page where any alterations to your name or address should be made. If you do not want to order a stamp, you can click on the button to continue with the check ordering process. Any ordered stamps will be delivered to you separately from your checks, and will be shipped First Class as Standard Delivery.
When the order is completed, the check out screen will display information about your selections. It will show the personalization for the checks, shipping address, check design, any additional items you have ordered, and the total price. Please review all information thoroughly. If you need to change any of the items you have selected, simply click on the feature that you would like to change, or on any of the five ordering step buttons to go directly to the screen to make your changes.
Select Design 
Choose Options
Accessorize Your Order
Go to Check Out
