shamsi, there is a checkbook register here you can download,
http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/te...186511033.aspx

I also have one, if you would like to take a look at it post back and I will
e-mail you a copy

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"shamsi" wrote in message
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i am trying to setup a checkbook balancing spreadsheet that automatically
changes the ending balance when i enter the deposit or withdrawl. the
sequence is as follows:

description date deposit withdrawl
balance
starting balance
$100
credit card payment 1/1/06 $20
$80
payroll 1/2/06 $300
$380

any sugessions please. explain to me step by step what to do please.

i am using microsoft office 2003