What does the phrasal verb “type in” mean?

What are the definitions of “type in”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Enter computer data or text.

  He TYPED the text IN and printed it off.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “type in”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb type in is to enter data or text into a computer or other electronic device using a keyboard or touchscreen. For example, it can mean typing a message on a phone, entering information into a computer program, or inputting data into a spreadsheet.

What are the different verb forms of “type in”?

Root Verb	type in
Third Person Singular Present	types in
Present Participle	typing in
Simple Past	typed in
Past Participle	typed in

Example

Please type in your username and password to log in.

Example

She types in her email address to sign up for the newsletter.

Example

He is typing in the data for the report.

Example

Yesterday, I typed in the wrong password and got locked out of my account.

Example

The information has been typed in and saved.

What kind of phrasal verb is “type in”?

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a transitive and intransitive verb?
- A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.)
- An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)

Transitive verb

“type in” is a transitive phrasal verb because it requires a direct object to complete its meaning. The direct object specifies what is being removed, obtained, or eliminated.

Example

She typed in her email address.

Example

He typed the text in and printed it off.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb?
- A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle.
- An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.

Inseparable

“type in” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.

Example

She typed in her email address.

Example

He typed the text in and printed it off.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “type in”?

Type in a search query

Enter a word or phrase into a search engine to find information.

Example

I typed in 'best restaurants near me' to find a place to eat.

Type in a password

Enter a secret combination of characters to access a secure account or system.

Example

To access your account, you need to type in your password.

Type in a URL

Enter the web address of a website into a browser to visit the site.

Example

I typed in the URL of the online store to start shopping.

Good things to know

Does “type in” have an informal or formal tone?

Type in is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is commonly used in everyday conversations, as well as in more formal settings, such as in business or academic writing.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “type in”?

Synonyms

• enter
• input
• insert
• key in
• put in

Antonyms

• delete
• remove
• backspace
• clear
• erase