Technology has changed the way the world does its banking, but that doesn’t mean that all traditional banking methods and instruments have gone away. While mobile payment services, like Apple Pay and Venmo, offer a convenient way to send money to people, writing a check is still a viable payment method.

Whether it’s sending payment for services rendered, receiving a paycheck from your employer or getting a birthday check in a card, checks are an integral part of daily banking life.

If you use or receive checks, you need to learn how to manage a paper check properly, as part of knowing how your checking account works. Here’s a quick guide on how to write, endorse, deposit and order checks.