Entering Data
You can enter a variety of data on an Excel worksheet such as numbers, text, dates, or times.
Click the cell where you want to enter data. A border appears around the selected cell.
Enter your data. A blinking insertion point appears.
Press Enter to accept the value. Excel enters the data into the cell, and the selection moves to the next cell down.
Tip
Data Entry Option Optionally, you can press an arrow key instead of the Enter key. This not only accepts the data you entered, but also moves to the next cell in the direction of the arrow key at the same time.
Tip
Entering Sequential Data If you want to enter sequential data, make your first few entries, select them with your mouse, and then drag the lower-right corner of your selection to have Excel continue entering data. For example, you could enter a series of numbers, days of the week, or months and have Excel finish your work for you.