Basic unit in which data is entered in Microsoft Excel is 

The correct answer is cell.

Key Points

• The basic unit of an Excel spreadsheet where we enter data is known as a cell.
• Every worksheet is composed up of thousands of rectangles, which are called cells.
• A cell is the intersection of a row and a column.

Additional Information

• Columns are recognized by letters (A, B, C), while rows are identified by numbers (1, 2, 3).
• Each cell has its own name or cell address rooted on its column and row.
• The cell address will also embark in the Name box.