
Learn basic data entry tasks like copying data from PDFs, screenshots, or papers into Word, Google Docs, or Excel, and apply data validation and formulas to organize submissions.
Learn to save your work in Google Sheets online and on your computer, with auto-save and cloud access across devices. Use ctrl+s or command+s in Microsoft Excel to preserve changes.
Learn how to use basic Excel formulas like sum, average, and count to quickly total and analyze data entries, from price lists to property spreadsheets, with simple step-by-step guidance.
Learn to format numbers in Excel for data entry by converting values to currency, date, and percentage formats, adjust the number of zeros, and apply automatic formatting rules.
Learn how freezing panes keeps the top header visible as you scroll data in Excel. Freeze one row or a column via the View menu to keep headers in view.
Learn to remove duplicates in large data sets using the data cleanup remove duplicates feature, applying filters across all rows and columns to avoid manual errors.
Learn to manage Excel workbooks by inserting and deleting columns, rows, and sheets, renaming and color-coding sheets, duplicating sheets, applying currency formatting, and copying styles.
Learn to name sheets and protect cells and sheets in your spreadsheet, set editing permissions, and share access while keeping sensitive data view-only.
See how to turn messy Google Forms responses into clean Excel data by importing to Google Sheets, removing irrelevant columns, clarifying headers, and applying client-approved criteria.
Learn to build a product database in a spreadsheet for an ecommerce store, tracking name, quantity, variations, and total sales for the day, with product links for client-ready reports.
Do you want to become a Virtual Assistant but feel stuck because you don’t know Excel?
This beginner-friendly course is designed specifically for aspiring Virtual Assistants who want to learn data entry using Excel — one of the most in-demand skills clients are hiring for today.
By the end of this course, you'll go from Excel beginner to confidently completing real-world data entry tasks for clients — even if you've never opened a spreadsheet before.
What You’ll Learn:
What data entry really means in the VA world
The types of data entry tasks clients outsource
How to use Excel (Web/Desktop) for data entry projects
Formatting, formulas, and organizing data the right way
How to sort, filter, and manage large data sets
How to complete real client-like tasks (e.g. surveys, product info, real estate data)
Who This Course Is For:
Beginner Virtual Assistants (or freelancers) who want to offer Excel data entry as a service
Anyone new to Excel who wants to work remotely doing simple but valuable tasks
Self-learners and job seekers looking to upskill for admin/data entry roles
What You’ll Need:
A computer or laptop (Windows or Mac)
Microsoft Excel (either desktop or free web version)
No prior Excel experience required!