Data entry

The process of converting information from its raw form (such as paper documents, audio recordings, or surveys) into a digital or electronic form that is stored and managed by computers or databases. Data entry requires accuracy and attention to detail, and can include

Entering text: Writing and formatting documents or notes.

Entering numbers: Recording financial or statistical data.

Entering data from images: Converting information found on scanned images or documents.

Programs such as Excel, or other database systems, are usually used to store and organize this data in an efficient and easily retrievable way.