How do I change my default journal? (Checks)
Change the default journal for entering payroll checks, supplemental checks, termination checks, and manual checks.
Changing my default journal
1. Open Connect Payroll > Employees > Enter Payroll Checks.
You can also use Enter Supplemental Checks, Enter Termination Checks, and Enter Manual Checks.
2. Click Options
(F12).
3. Use the Journal list to select the default journal code.

Journal box
4. Click OK.
The default journal code for entering payroll checks, supplemental checks, termination checks, and manual checks is saved.
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