Meaning 1neutral; computing · 82%
To put data, information, or commands into a computer.
Natural examples
Bitte geben Sie Ihre Postleitzahl ein.
Please enter your postal code.
Sie gab das neue Passwort zweimal ein.
She entered the new password twice.
Der Techniker gibt die Adresse in das Navigationsgerät ein.
The technician enters the address into the navigation device.
Usage note
A separable strong verb. The information is usually accusative; the destination may be added with in + accusative.
Mini-lesson: eingeben
To put data, information, or commands into a computer. A separable strong verb. The information is usually accusative; the destination may be added with in + accusative.
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