Data entry is a process where an individual, usually an employee of a company, enters data into a computer system. The data may be in the form of text documents, images, or other formats.

There are a number of computer data entry jobs that are available. The most common are data entry clerk and typist. These jobs generally require a high school diploma or equivalent.

The data entry clerk is responsible for entering data into a computer system. This may include data from paper documents, such as invoices or purchase orders, or data that has been scanned into the system. …