What is key data entry?
Data Entry
Reverse key entry is where an operator enters a numeric entry on
a ten key pad and then enters the same data in reverse order. This
reduces operator keying errors. This only refers to a machine
function, not a data entry job - Reverse Key or Reverse 10-key in
data entry refers to the use of numbers within the letter keys. The
original keypunch machines and early data entry terminals used what
is now considered reverse key. The nine on the top row is the 0, U
the 1, I the 2, O the 3, J the 4, K the 5, L the 6, M the 7, the
common key is the 8 and the period key is the 9. To change from
alpha to numerical the keyer holds down the shift key. Actually
data entry is much easier with reverse key as it eliminates the
transition from alpha keys to the numeric keypad.