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Current version 4.7.6 was released on August 23, 2010.
Enhancement List See what's new in the latest version.
Update Instructions Follow instructions to upgrade your SpoolFlex/FormFlex software.

Many organizations are still printing checks on pre-printed check stock on old impact printers. For many it is time to consider a new approach that is more secure and easier to manage: MICR Laser Check Printing.

A lot of myths surround laser check printing, including the #1 myth that an expensive, proprietary MICR-enhanced printer with special font cards is required. The truth: all you need is printing software (such as FormFlex), blank secure check stock and an inexpensive network laser printer that you can obtain MICR toner for. Many FormFlex customers are printing negotiable items with off-the-shelf HP printers with great success. DRV’s approach has been to add security and division of duty into the FormFlex Secure Checks software, an inexpensive alternative to hardware focused solutions.

With FormFlex Secure Checks, security has been enhanced with these features:
- A password can be required to access the check printing software and each checkbook in the software locked and available only to authorized profiles.
- Encrypted signatures that can be password protected with multiple passwords, requiring one or more people to authorize before checks can be printed with signatures, all natively on the System I, the most secure platform in the world!
- Included with Secure Checks is the secure font which prints the check amount in a font that cannot be altered by hand to prevent fraud.
- By utilizing blank check stock, you do not have to inventory check stock by bank account. The MICR line prints at the same time the data, check and signature in a single pass. Less hassle, more secure, lower cost.

If you have been considering modernizing your check printing process, give DRV a call at 866-378-3366 and find out more.

Q: I am modifying a FormFlex electronic form definition and I want to replace the logo file with a different logo. What is the file type I should request from our graphics department for use with FormFlex? How do I make sure it is sized the same as the existing logo so it works on the overlay?
A: An image in a JPG, PNG, BMG, GIF, or TIFF format works fine. A high resolution file is preferred. If possible send an image with 300dpi resolution. The larger the dimensions the better as that for better clarity when the file is resized. From there, we just need to know the desired printing dimensions. We can resize and convert it from there.

Q: Can MessageFlex monitor for more than one message type?
A: Yes, it can monitor for completion, inquiry, escape, and several other types.

Q: Is there a function in FormFlex that allows me to print a full invoice on one copy for my office's records, and then everything but the unit cost on the second copy for my customer's records?
A: Yes. FormFlex allows you to apply condition on a block of data, or objects in a form to only print on certain copies.

Q: When my spoolfile is generated it puts the detail on two separate lines, so I cannot sort it correctly when I convert to excel. Is there some way I can move lines up or down so the detail appears in a single line?
A: Yes. With ReportFlex re-formatter, you can easily move one line up onto the end of the previous line with one MOVLINE sequence. This is an add-on to SpoolFlex and can be activated with a code.

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n FormFlex:
To keep the User ID of the original SCS file after merging it with the form that creates an ASC file, use this parameters: NEWSPLUSI(*SPLUSI). For example, FFAEDOC EDOCNM('AK TEST') NEWSPLUSI(*SPLUSI). This command creates ASC files that have User ID from the original SCS spooled file

n SpoolFlex:
If you are running on an older version of SpoolFlex, then you are missing out on the enhanced version of e-mail released in version 4.0! The enhanced version provides several distinct advantages over the older version:
- The new e-mail processes much faster.
- There is no need to add directory entries to order to e-mail
- You can have up to 128 characters in the file attachment name
- The enhanced version supports authentication
- Set up and troubleshooting is far easier and only takes a couple minutes

Call us if you would like help making the switch over to the new enhanced version - it's really easy!

DRV is committed to helping you get the most out of your software investment. If you purchased the SpoolFlex one-year unlimited training subscription please join us in an upcoming session. You can view and register for upcoming training sessions by visiting the training page on our website. You will be prompted to enter your username and password which are issued at the time of purchase. If you don't have a username and password please contact Tech Support. If you did not purchase training, or your subscription has expired and would like to get your team some additional training, contact your account manager for information.

n AGS Footwear
n Atlantic Dominion Distributors
n Bachmans Inc.
n Cassia County Courthouse
n Daytona Beverages LLC
n Dura Plastics Products, Inc.

n Flex-N-Gate Corp
n Forest Lawn Company
n Langdale Industries
n NeXstep Beverages
n North L.A. County Regional Center
n Swank Motion Pictures

SpoolFlex automates the delivery of reports electronically to eliminate printing and manual distribution. SpoolFlex AS400 Excel and PDF conversion gets data where users need it, without hardware, and at the speed of light.

FormFlex native System i software lets you replace pre-printed forms with electronic laser forms and checks that print on inexpensive HP-compatible laser printers using plain cut-sheet paper. It also allows you to copy them to PDF to automatically e-mail, fax, and archive to network file servers for company-wide on-demand access. No PC hardware or custom programming is required.

ReportFlex allows you to reformat reports into easy-to-read, easy-to-manage reports without any programming. Its features include combining multiple lines into single record, changing column headings, inserting lines, and inserting page breaks.

MessageFlex monitors for system and program messages and sends notifications via e-mail, text message, or instant message when these messages appear, providing you with proactive system management to avert disaster before it happens.

eSign, an electronic signature software, allows you to electronically sign your documents to print on laser printers.

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