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# Can I record a check payment without associating it to a bill in Zoho Books?

Yes, it is possible to record a check without having to associate it to a bill that has been created in Zoho Books. Here’s how:

*   Click **Purchases** in the left sidebar and select **Vendors** from the dropdown.
*   Next, select a vendor from the list view and click **New Transaction** in the top right corner.
*   Select **Pay Bill via Check** option.

**Note:** The checks that are not associated to the bills in Zoho Books will be considered as an advance payment.

![Check Payment](/books/kb/images/check/pay-bill-via-check.png)

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