What is MICR Toner and why is it used for Check Printing?

What is MICR Toner and why is it used for Check Printing?

MICR is an acronym for “Magnetic Ink Character Recognition,” which refers to machine-readable text that allows computers to read and process the printed information. MICR technology system was developed by the American Bankers Association in the 1950s and has allowed financial institutions to facilitate automatic check-clearing and streamline their check processing.