The memo line is a space for any notes about the purpose of the check.The amount of your check is written out in this section using words instead of numbers.The dollar box displays the value of the check in numerical format.The payee line designates who can receive the money.The personal information section provides details about the account owner, who is the one paying money.Others have interesting quirks that are unique to check writing, such as writing out dollar amounts with words. Some aspects of a check are self-explanatory, such as the date. Scroll down for both the name and purpose of each of these sections. Each of the blue numbers corresponds to an important aspect of this blank check.