type (something) into (something)

type (something) into (something)

To use a physical or virtual keyboard in order to input some information into some computer or system. Here, type your number into my phone so that I can get in touch with you later. I typed the name of the book into the database, but no entries came up.

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type something into something

 and type something in

to insert information into a form or a place on a form by typing or keying it. Please type your name and address into this box. Please type in your name.

See also: type

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