When prompted for the amount, carefully enter the check amount to ensure it matches the amount written on your check.
Flatten folded or crumpled checks before taking your photos.
Keep the check within the view finder on the camera screen when capturing your photos.
Try not to get too much of the areas surrounding the check.
Take the photos of your check in a well-lit area.
Take the photo against a background that gives a strong contrast. Place the check on solid dark background before taking the photo of it. A light colored check against a light colored background may not work.
Keep your phone flat and steady above the check when taking your photos.
Hold the camera as square to the check as possible to reduce corner to corner skew.
Make sure that the entire check image is visible and in focus before submitting your deposit.
No shadows across the check
All four corners are visible
Check is not blurry
The MICR line (numbers on the bottom of your check) is readable
