data entry

Definitions

The process of inputting information into a computer system or database using a keyboard, scanner, or other input device.

The act of transcribing physical documents or raw information into a digital format for storage or processing.

Examples

She spent the entire afternoon performing data entry for the new client records.

The company is looking to hire a temporary assistant to help with their backlog of data entry tasks.

Synonyms

information input data processing keyboarding data transcription inputting records

Antonyms

data extraction data retrieval information output data deletion data analysis