Electronic device for providing information and / or functions through icons and control method thereof

Abstract

An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes: a flexible display, and a processor, wherein the processor is configured to: display, by the electronic device, a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the flexible display in a state where a first portion of the flexible display is exposed to the outside, detect a first input for exposing a second portion including the first portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the first input, if a size of the second portion is greater than or equal to a first threshold size, display the first shortcut icon as a first extended shortcut icon on the second portion, wherein the first extended shortcut icon may include at least one menu for executing a designated function of the first application.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electronic device for providing information and / or functions through icons and a control method thereof. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to an electronic device including a flexible display, which changes the content of information displayed on the screen and / or the physical size of the content, corresponding to the changed size of the display area as the size of the display area is changed. Background Art

[0002] More and more services and additional functions are provided through electronic devices (e.g., smart phones or other portable electronic devices). In order to meet the needs of various users and improve the use efficiency of electronic devices, communication service operators or device manufacturers are entering into competition to develop electronic devices with differentiated and diversified functions. Therefore, various functions provided by electronic devices are increasingly developing.

[0003] The above information is presented as background information only to assist with understanding the present disclosure. No determination has been made, and no assertion is made, as to whether any of the above may be applicable as prior art with respect to the present disclosure. Summary of the invention

[0004] The electronic device may display various contents, such as, for example, application icons and / or widgets, on a screen through a display.

[0005] In an electronic device including a flexible display, the size of a display area may be changed as, for example, a structure forming the electronic device is moved to change the state of the screen between an open state and a closed state.

[0006] An electronic device including a related art flexible display provides a user experience (UX) to expand only the layout of displayed content without changing the information content and / or the physical size of the content displayed on the screen, although the size of the display area is changed.

[0007] Aspects of the present disclosure are intended to at least address the above-mentioned problems and / or disadvantages and to provide at least the advantages described below. Therefore, one aspect of the present disclosure is to provide an electronic device including a flexible display, changing the content of information displayed on the screen and / or the physical size of the content, corresponding to the changed size of the display area as the size of the display area is changed.

[0008] Additional aspects will be set forth in part in the description which follows and, in part, will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the presented embodiments.

[0009] According to one aspect of the present disclosure, an electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes: a flexible display and at least one processor, wherein the at least one processor is configured to display a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the flexible display when a first portion of the flexible display of the electronic device is exposed to the outside, detect a first input for exposing a second portion including the first portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the first input, when a size of the second portion is a first threshold size or larger, display the first shortcut icon as a first extended shortcut icon on the second portion, and wherein the first extended shortcut icon may include at least one menu for executing at least one designated function of the first application.

[0010] According to another aspect of the present disclosure, a method for controlling an electronic device is provided. The method includes: displaying a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the flexible display of the electronic device in a state where a first portion of the flexible display of the electronic device is exposed to the outside, detecting a first input for exposing a second portion including the first portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the first input, when a size of the second portion is a first threshold size or larger, displaying the first shortcut icon as a first extended shortcut icon on the second portion, and wherein the first extended shortcut icon may include at least one menu for executing at least one designated function of the first application.

[0011] According to various embodiments, a computer-readable non-volatile recording medium may store instructions that, when executed by at least one processor of an electronic device, enable the at least one processor to display a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the flexible display of the electronic device when a first portion of the flexible display of the electronic device is exposed to the outside; detect a first input for exposing a second portion including the first portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the first input, when a size of the second portion is a first threshold size or larger, display the first shortcut icon as a first extended shortcut icon on the second portion, and wherein the first extended shortcut icon may include at least one menu for executing at least one specified function of the first application.

[0012] According to various embodiments, the electronic device may change the content of the information displayed on the screen and / or the physical size of the content, corresponding to the changed size of the display area as the size of the display area is changed. Therefore, the electronic device may provide the user with an enhanced user interface (UI) or user experience.

[0013] Other aspects, advantages, and salient features of the present disclosure will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description which, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, discloses various embodiments of the present disclosure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] The above and other aspects, features and advantages of certain embodiments of the present disclosure will become more apparent through the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0015] Figure 1a is a front perspective view showing an electronic device in a closed state according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0016] Figure 1b is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present disclosure in an open state Figure 1a A front perspective view of an electronic device;

[0017] Figure 1c The present invention is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1a A rear perspective view of an electronic device;

[0018] Figure 2 is an exploded perspective view showing an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0019] Figure 3 is a side view showing an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0020] Figure 4 is a plan view showing a portion of an inner surface of a second board of an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0021] Figure 5 The present invention is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 an enlarged cross-sectional view of a portion “E1”;

[0022] Figure 6 The present invention is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 an enlarged perspective view of a portion “E2”;

[0023] Figure 7 is a plan view showing a second board of the electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0024] Figure 8 is a view showing an example of the operation of the electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0025] Fig. 9 and Fig.10 is a view showing the operation of the electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0026] Fig.11 is a view showing the operation of the electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0027] Fig.12a shows changes in the display area of ​​the flexible display according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0028] Figure 12b shows changes in the display area of ​​the flexible display according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0029] Fig.12c shows changes in the display area of ​​the flexible display according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0030] Fig.13a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying an extended shortcut icon by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0031] Fig.13b Showing a shortcut icon or an extended shortcut icon displayed on a flexible display according to a size of a display area according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0032] Fig.13c is a view showing various types of contents of an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0033] Fig.14 is a flowchart illustrating an operation method of expanding a shortcut icon by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0034] Fig.15a Showing areas for constituting a quick icon and extending a quick icon according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0035] Fig.15b Showing a shortcut icon and an extended shortcut icon of a call application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0036] Fig.15c Showing a quick icon and an extended quick icon of a media playback application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0037] Fig.15d Showing a shortcut icon and an extended shortcut icon of a map application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0038] Fig.16 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying an extended quick icon based on a priority by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0039] Fig.17a shows a setting screen for setting a priority of a menu supported by an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0040] Fig.17b A method for changing the priority of a menu supported by an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0041] Fig.18 Showing an extended shortcut icon based on a priority set for an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0042] Fig.19a Showing an extended shortcut icon based on a priority set for an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0043] Fig.19b Showing an extended shortcut icon based on a priority set for an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0044] Fig. 20 is a flowchart illustrating a method for displaying an extended shortcut icon by an electronic device when multiple events occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0045] Fig.21a A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0046] Figure 21b A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0047] Fig.21c A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0048] Fig.21d A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0049] Fig.21e A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0050] Fig. 22 is a flowchart illustrating a method for displaying multiple menus on an extended shortcut icon by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0051] Fig.23a A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0052] Figure 23b A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0053] Fig.23c A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0054] Fig.23d A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0055] Fig.23e A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0056] Fig.24a A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same type of menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0057] Figure 24b A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to different types of menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0058] Fig.25a A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon through a user gesture according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0059] Fig.25b A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon through a user gesture according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0060] Fig.25c A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon of an application that does not support a function of displaying a menu for providing functions of the application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated;

[0061] Fig.26a A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon of a shortcut icon providing an application to a function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0062] Figure 26b A method of changing an application pair list on an extended shortcut icon of a shortcut icon providing an application pair function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0063] Fig.26c A method of changing an application pair list in a state where an application execution screen is displayed according to an application pair function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated;

[0064] Fig.27a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0065] Figure 27b A method of changing a display state according to a size of a portion exposed to the outside according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0066] Fig.28a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0067] Fig.28b A method for displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0068] Fig.29a A widget of a call application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0069] Fig.29b A small component of a media playback application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0070] Fig.30a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0071] Fig.30b A method for displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0072] Fig.31a Showing a shortcut icon, an extended shortcut icon, and a widget of a calendar application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0073] Fig.31b Showing a quick icon, an extended quick icon, and a widget of a camera application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0074] Fig.31c Showing a quick icon, an extended quick icon, and a widget of a media playback application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0075] Fig.31d Showing a shortcut icon, an extended shortcut icon, and a widget of a map application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0076] Fig.31e Showing a quick icon, an extended quick icon, and a widget of a subscription application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0077] Fig.32a An extended shortcut icon of a call application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0078] Figure 32b An extended shortcut icon of a camera application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0079] Fig.32c An extended shortcut icon of a video playback application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0080] Fig.32d An extended shortcut icon of a music player application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0081] Fig.32e An extended shortcut icon of a delivery application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0082] Figure 32f showing an extended shortcut icon of a payment application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure; and Fig.33is a view illustrating electronic devices in a network environment according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0083] The same reference numerals are used throughout the drawings to denote the same elements. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0084] The following description with reference to the accompanying drawings is provided to assist in a comprehensive understanding of the various embodiments of the present disclosure as defined by the claims and their equivalents. It includes various specific details to assist in understanding, but these details are considered to be exemplary only. Therefore, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that various changes and modifications may be made to the various embodiments described herein without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. In addition, descriptions of well-known functions and structures may be omitted for clarity and conciseness.

[0085] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to the bibliographical meanings, but are merely used by the inventor to enable a clear and consistent understanding of the present disclosure. Therefore, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of various embodiments of the present disclosure is provided for illustrative purposes only and not for the purpose of limiting the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0086] It will be understood that singular forms include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Thus, for example, reference to "a component surface" includes reference to one or more of such surfaces.

[0087] Various embodiments to be described below may be applied to any electronic device capable of changing the size of a screen area displayed on a front surface. According to various embodiments, in the embodiments to be described below, an electronic device having a rollable display in which a flexible display is rolled to an opposite side is described as an example of an electronic device.

[0088] Figure 1a is a front perspective view showing an electronic device in a closed state according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 1b is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present disclosure in an open state Figure 1a A front perspective view of an electronic device. Figure 1c The present invention is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1a A rear perspective view of an electronic device.

[0089] Figure 1a shows a closed state of the first structure 110 relative to the second structure 120, and Figure 1b An open state of the first structure 110 relative to the second structure 120 is shown.

[0090] Reference Figure 1a , Figure 1b and Figure 1c , the electronic device 101 may include a first structure 110 and a second structure 120, wherein the first structure 110 is configured to be movable in the second structure 120. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first structure 110 may move back and forth relative to the second structure 120 along the direction shown by a predetermined distance d1.

[0091] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the first plate 111 of the first structure 110 may include a first surface 111a and a second surface 111b facing away from the first surface 111a. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second structure 120 may include a second plate 121, a first side wall 121a extending from the second plate 121, a second side wall 121b extending from the first side wall 121a and the second plate 121, a third side wall 121c extending from the first side wall 121a and the second plate 121 and located parallel to the second side wall 121b, and / or a second rear plate 180 (e.g., a rear window). According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second plate 121, the first side wall 121a, the second side wall 121b, and the third side wall 121c may form a groove 220a so that the open side receives at least a portion of the first structure 110. For example, the second structure 120 may be coupled to surround a portion of the first structure 110. The first structure 110 may linearly reciprocate relative to the second structure 120 in the direction of arrow ①. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second side wall 121b or the third side wall 121c may be omitted. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second plate 121, the first side wall 121a, the second side wall 121b or the third side wall 121c may be formed integrally with each other. As another example, the second plate 121, the first side wall 121a, the second side wall 121b or the third side wall 121c may be formed separately and joined together. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second rear plate 180 may cover at least a portion of the display 112. According to various embodiments, the size of the display screen displayed on the front surface may be changed by raising and lowering the second rear plate 180 in the vertical direction.

[0092] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first structure 110 can be moved to an open state and a closed state relative to the second structure 120 in a first direction (for example, the direction of arrow ①) parallel to the second plate 121 and the second side wall 121b, so that the first structure 110 is placed at a first distance from the first side wall 121a in the closed state, and is placed at a second distance from the first side wall 121a that is greater than the first distance in the open state.

[0093] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the electronic device 101 may include at least one or more of a display 112, audio modules 113 and 123, camera modules 115 and 135, an indicator 116 (e.g., a light emitting diode (LED) device), sensor modules 114 and 134, a key input device 127, or connector holes 131 and 132.

[0094] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the display 112 may include a flat portion 112a and a bendable portion, the flat portion 112a being extended to span over at least a portion of the first surface 111a and being disposed on the first surface 111a, and the bendable portion extending from the flat portion 112a to a space between the first sidewall 121a and the first structure 110 in a closed state. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, when viewed from above the first plate 111, the bendable portion may be configured to at least partially move the predetermined marking area EA toward the flat portion 112a when the first structure 110 is moved from a closed state to an open state, so as to form a substantially flat surface between the flat portion 112a and the first sidewall 121a. The display 112 may be disposed to be coupled to or adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the strength (pressure) of a touch, and / or a digitizer for detecting a magnetic field type stylus. For example, the display 112 may include a flexible touch screen display layer.

[0095] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the audio modules 113, 123, and 125 may include speaker holes 113 and 123 and a microphone hole 125. The speaker holes 113 and 123 may include an earpiece hole 113 or an external speaker hole 123. The microphone hole 125 may have a microphone inside to obtain external sound. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, there may be multiple microphones to be able to detect the direction of the sound. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the speaker holes 113 and 123 and the microphone hole 125 may be implemented as a single hole, or may include a speaker (e.g., a piezoelectric speaker) in the absence of the speaker holes 113 and 123. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the earpiece hole 113 may be provided in the first structure 110. The external speaker hole 123 or the microphone hole 125 may be provided in the second structure 120. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the external speaker hole 123 may be provided on the second surface 111b of the first plate 111 or on the side surface of the first structure 110. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the microphone hole 125 may be provided on the side surface of the first structure 110.

[0096] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the sensor modules 114 and 134 may generate an electrical signal or a data value corresponding to an internal operating state or an external environmental state of the electronic device 101. The sensor modules 114 and 134 may include a first sensor module 114 (e.g., a proximity sensor) disposed on, for example, the first surface 111a of the first board 111 and / or a second sensor module (e.g., a fingerprint sensor) (not shown) disposed on the second surface 111b of the first board 111 and / or a third sensor module 134 (e.g., a heart rate monitor (HRM) sensor). The electronic device 101 may include a sensor module not shown, for example, at least one of a gesture sensor, a gyroscope sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illumination sensor.

[0097] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the camera modules 115 and 135 may include a first camera device 115 disposed on the first surface 111a of the first board 111 and a second camera device 135 disposed on the second surface 111b. The first camera device 115 or the second camera device 135 may include one or more lenses, an image sensor and / or an image signal processor. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second camera device 135 may be disposed on one surface of the second structure 120.

[0098] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the key input device 127 may be disposed on the second side wall 121b or the third side wall 121c of the second structure 120. The electronic device 101 may include a key input device (not shown), for example, a main key button or a touch pad disposed around the main key button. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, at least a portion of the key input device 127 may be located on an area of ​​the first structure 110.

[0099] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the indicator 116 may be provided on the first surface 111a of the first board 111. The indicator 116 may provide, for example, status information about the electronic device 101 in the form of light, and may include an LED.

[0100] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the connector holes 131 and 132 may include, for example, a first connector hole 131 and / or a second connector hole (e.g., a headphone jack) 132, the first connector hole 131 being used to receive a connector (e.g., a universal serial bus (USB) connector) for sending power and / or data to an external electronic device or receiving power and / or data from an external electronic device, and the second connector hole 132 being used to receive a connector for sending an audio signal to an external electronic device or receiving an audio signal from an external electronic device. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first connector hole 131 or the second connector hole 132 may be disposed on the first side wall 121a of the second structure 120. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first connector hole 131 or the second connector hole 132 may be formed on the side wall of the first structure 110.

[0101] Figure 2 is an exploded perspective view showing an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0102] Reference Figure 2 , the electronic device 200 may include a display 212 (eg, Figure 1a display 112 or a flexible touch screen display layer), a first structure 210 (eg, Figure 1a The first structure 110), the first plate 211, the second structure 220 (for example, Figure 1a The electronic device 200 may include a second structure 120, a second board 221, a printed circuit board 230, a first supporting member 240 (e.g., a rear case), a first rear plate 250, a first hinge plate 261, a scroll 262, a second hinge plate 264, or a second rear plate 280 (e.g., a rear window). According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the electronic device 200 may exclude at least one component (e.g., the first supporting member 240 or the second rear plate 250), or may add other components.

[0103] The display 212 may include a first surface 212a, a second surface 212b, and a third surface 212c. According to various embodiments, the screen display area (e.g., active area) may vary based on the exposed area. The first surface 212a and the third surface 212c may form a flat surface, and the second surface 212b may form a curved surface. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, when the first structure 210 moves relative to the second structure 220, the exposed area of ​​the display 212 may vary, and the second surface 212b or the third surface 212c may sequentially or partially form a substantially coplanar surface with the first surface 212a. For example, the second surface 212b or the third surface 212c may be sequentially or selectively exposed to the outside.

[0104] The first structure 210 may include a first plate 211. The first structure 210 may be formed of, for example, a metal and / or non-metal material (e.g., a polymer). The display 212 (e.g., the first surface 212a) may be coupled to one surface of the first plate 211, and the printed circuit board 230 may be coupled to the other surface of the first plate 211. The first plate 211 may be connected to one side of the multi-rod 263 connected to at least the second surface 212b of the display 212. The second structure 220 may fix the second hinge plate 264. The first structure 210 may move while being guided by the second hinge plate 264.

[0105] When the display 212 is unfolded, the first hinge plate 261 may support the multi-rod 263. For example, if the display 212 is extended, the multi-rod 263 may be located on substantially the same plane as the first plate 211 while being supported by the first hinge plate 261. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, in a state where the display 212 is not extended, the multi-rod 263 may be stored in the second structure 220 and located substantially parallel to the first plate 211, and may maintain a flat plate shape while being supported by the second hinge plate 264. The first hinge plate 261 and the first hinge plate fastener 261a may be formed integrally with each other. The first hinge plate fastener 261a may be connected to a second hinge plate fastener 264a provided in the second hinge plate 264. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the first hinge plate 261 or the second hinge plate 264 may be fixed in the second structure 220 and guide the movement of the first structure 210 relative to the second structure 220.

[0106] The reel 262 may guide or support the multi-rod 263 at a predetermined radius. The reel 262 may be connected to the second hinge plate fastener 264a or the first hinge plate 261. For example, when the first plate 211 (e.g., the first structure 110) moves relative to the second structure 220, the reel 262 may rotate to guide the multi-rod 263 to the outside or inside of the second structure 220.

[0107] The multi-rod 263 may be formed with a plurality of straight rods. The multi-rod 263 may at least partially support the second surface 212b of the display 212. The multi-rod 263 may be received in the second structure 229 in a state partially supported on the second hinge plate 264, and the other side may be connected to the first structure 210.

[0108] The second hinge plate 264 may support the third surface 212c of the display 212. When the display 212 is extended, the second hinge plate 264 may support the multi-bar 263 to maintain a flat plate shape. The second hinge plate 264 may be formed as a separate component from the second hinge plate fastener 264a. The second hinge plate 264 may be fixed to the second structure 220 and guide the sliding of the first structure 210 relative to the second structure 220 using the second hinge plate fastener 264a.

[0109] The second structure 220 may be formed to surround at least a portion of the first structure 210, the second hinge plate 264, and the multi-rod 263. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the second structure 220 may include a second plate 221, a first side wall 221a extending from the second plate 221, a second side wall 221b extending from the first side wall 221a and the second plate 221, and a third side wall 221c extending from the first side wall 221a and the second plate 221 and located parallel to the second side wall 221b. The second structure 220 may accommodate components (e.g., antennas) in a space that does not overlap with the multi-rod 263. The second structure 220 may include a second rear plate 280 to at least partially cover the third surface 212c of the display 212.

[0110] When it is not necessary to display 212 information on the third surface 212c of the display 212, the second rear plate 280 may include a material that does not transmit light. As another example, the second rear plate 280 may be formed of a light-transmitting material so that even when the display 212 is partially accommodated in the second structure 220, the information displayed on the third surface 212c may be viewed from the outside. The second rear plate 280 may be formed integrally with the second structure 220.

[0111] The first support member 240 may be disposed between the printed circuit board 230 and the first rear plate 250 .

[0112] The processor, memory and / or interface may be mounted on the printed circuit board 230. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing device, an image signal processing, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. When the display 212 is expanded or contracted, the first structure 210 may be guided to move through the first hinge plate 261.

[0113] The memory may include, for example, volatile or non-volatile memory.

[0114] The interface may include, for example, a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, a secure digital (SD) card interface, and / or an audio interface. The interface may electrically or physically connect, for example, the electronic device 200 to an external electronic device, and may include a USB connector, an SD card / multimedia card (MMC) connector, or an audio connector.

[0115] Figure 3 is a side view showing an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 4 1 is a plan view showing a portion of the inner surface of the second board of the electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. In describing this embodiment of the present disclosure, it should be noted that Figure 3 and Figure 4 In the embodiment, the side wall of the second structure is omitted (for example, Figure 1aThe second side wall 121b or the third side wall 121c of the second structure 120 in FIG.

[0116] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4 , the electronic device 300 (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 The electronic device 100 or 200 may include a first structure 310 (eg, Figure 2 The first structure 210 of FIG. 1 ), a plurality of rods 363 (eg, the plurality of rods 263 ) connected to the first structure 310, or a second plate 321 (eg, the plurality of rods 363 ) at least partially surrounding the plurality of rods 363 and the first structure 310. Figure 2 In the embodiment of the present disclosure, one end of the second plate 321 may have a curved shape to form a first side wall (eg, Figure 1a at least a portion of the first side wall 121a).

[0117] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the multi-rod 363 together with the display (e.g., Figure 2 The display 212 or flexible touch screen display layer) can be extended or received in the second plate 321 (or Figure 2 In the space between the first side wall 221a) and the first structure 310. For example, at least Figure 1a In the closed state shown, the multi-rod 363 or a portion of the display supported on the multi-rod 363 (e.g., Figure 1a The bendable portion of the display 112 may be extended to the second plate 321 (or Figure 2 in a space between the first side wall 221 a) and the first structure 310.

[0118] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, a conductive pattern 411 and a line 413 connecting the conductive pattern 411 to the printed circuit board 230 (e.g., a flexible printed circuit board) may be provided on the inner surface of the second board 321. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the conductive pattern 411 may be used as an antenna of the electronic device 300. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the conductive pattern 411 may face at least a portion of the surface (e.g., the inner surface) of the second board 321, for example, Figure 1a or Figure 2 The second structure 120 or 220 provides a groove (e.g., Figure 2 On the surface of the second plate 321, a capacitive element may be provided, or a dielectric protrusion (eg, Figure 5 or Figure 6 "511" in the figure) or metal protrusions.

[0119] Further references Figure 5 and Figure 6 The dielectric protrusion 511 is described.

[0120] Figure 5 The present invention is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 An enlarged cross-sectional view of portion “E1”. Figure 6 The present invention is a diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 An enlarged perspective view of portion "E2" of FIG.

[0121] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 The dielectric protrusion 511 may be substantially formed on a surface (eg, inner surface) at one end of the second plate 321. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the dielectric protrusion 511 may remain facing the second structure (eg, Figure 2 The portion of the display 512 in the second structure 220 (eg, Figure 2 For example, regardless of the state of the third surface 212c in the display of the electronic device 300 (eg, Figure 1a The dielectric protrusion 511 can remain facing the portion of the display 512 in the second structure regardless of whether the electronic device 101 is in a closed state or an open state. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, when the dielectric protrusion 511 generates a display 512 or a flexible touch screen display layer (e.g., Figure 2 When a touch input (or hovering input) is made on the display 212 of the display 512, the electronic device 300 (or the processor of the electronic device 300) can detect the real-time change of the screen size by detecting the change of the coordinates of the touch on the touch panel of the display 512. For example, the dielectric protrusion 511 can be formed on the display 512 or the flexible touch screen display layer (for example, Figure 2 A touch input or a hovering input is generated on the display 212 of the display 212, and the position or coordinates of the touch input or the hovering input can be detected.

[0122] For example, when the first structure 310 moves, the relative position of the dielectric protrusion 511 to the display 512 may change, and the electronic device 300 or the processor may use the touch screen function of the display 512 (or use an additional detection device) to detect the position (or position change) of the dielectric protrusion 511. The electronic device 300 or the processor may calculate the area of ​​the exposed display based on the detected position or coordinates of the dielectric protrusion 511.

[0123] Figure 7 is a plan view showing a second board of the electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 8 is a view illustrating the operation of the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0124] Reference Figure 7 and Figure 8The second plate 721 may include a conductive plate 723 disposed on the inner surface, and the conductive plate 723 may include a grounding portion 723a, an extension portion 723b extending from the grounding portion 723a, and at least one of protrusions 723c and 723d formed on the extension portion 723b. The protrusions 723c and 723d may provide Figure 5 The functions of the dielectric protrusions 511 are similar to those of the dielectric protrusions 511. For example, the positions (or coordinates) of the protrusions 723c and 723d may be detected by the touch screen function of the display.

[0125] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the conductive plate 723 may include at least one of the first protrusion 723c or the second protrusion 723d. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, when the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a When the electronic device 101 of the display 712 is in a closed state (for example, when one end of the display 712 is located at a point indicated by 'P1'), the first protrusion 723c and the second protrusion 723d may be positioned to respectively face one part and another part of the display 712. The electronic device or the processor of the electronic device may detect the position (or coordinates) of the first protrusion 723c or the second protrusion 723d using a touch screen function of the display 712, and determine that the electronic device is in a closed state based on the detected position.

[0126] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, if the electronic device or the first structure (eg, Figure 1a When the first structure 110 of the electronic device 712 is gradually moved to the open state, the display 712 may move to a position away from the first protrusion 723c. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, when the electronic device or the first structure is not in the closed state, the display 712 may detect the position of the second protrusion 723d through the touch screen function, but the position of the first protrusion 723c may not be detected. For example, when the electronic device or the first structure leaves the closed state or reaches the open state (for example, when one end of the display 712 is located at the point indicated by "P2"), the electronic device or the processor of the electronic device may detect the position (or coordinates) of the second protrusion 723d using the touch screen function of the display 712, and calculate the exposed area of ​​the display based on the detected position or coordinates of the second protrusion 723d.

[0127] Fig. 9 and Fig.10 is a view illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.11 is a view illustrating an operation of an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0128] Reference Fig. 9 , Fig.10 and Fig.11 , which may include using a detection element and a detection object to detect a first structure (e.g., Figure 2The first structure 210 (eg, a display 912 (eg, Figure 2 The detection element may include, for example, a Hall sensor (e.g., Fig. 9 or Fig.10 Hall sensors 911a, 911b and 911c), mechanically operated switching elements (e.g., Fig.11 The detection object may be a switch element 1113a and 1113b) or a light detector, and the detection object may be diversified according to the type of the detection element. For example, if a Hall sensor is used as the detection element, the detection object may include a magnet (e.g., Fig. 9 As another example, if a mechanical switch element is used as the detected element, the detection object may include a recess or protrusion that may engage or interfere with the switch element (e.g., Fig.11 As another example, if a light detector is used as a detection element, the detection object may include an optical pattern. If such a detection element is mounted on a first structure or display (e.g., Figure 1a The detection object may be mounted (or formed) on a second structure (e.g., a first structure 110 or a display 112). Figure 1a In an embodiment of the present disclosure, the detection element may be mounted on the second structure, and the detection object may be mounted on the first structure.

[0129] Reference Fig. 9 and Fig.10 As a detection element, at least one of the Hall sensors 911a, 911b, and 911c may be mounted on the second board 921 (eg, Figure 2 The second plate 221 or the second structure 220 of the display 912 (or the second plate 221 or the second structure 220), and as a detection object, at least one magnet 913 can be installed on the display 912 (or the second plate 221 or the second structure 220 of the display 912). Figure 2 According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, three Hall sensors 911a, 911b, and 911c may be mounted on the second plate 921, and one magnet 913 may be mounted on a structure connected to the display 912. For example, if the first structure (e.g., Figure 1a If the first structure 110) or the display 912 moves, the magnet may move accordingly.

[0130] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, when the electronic device is in a closed state (eg, Figure 1a When the first Hall sensor 911a detects the magnet 913, the electronic device (or processor) may be determined to be in the off state. When the electronic device is turned on or reaches the on state (e.g., Figure 1bWhen the second Hall sensor 911b or the third Hall sensor 911c is in the state shown in the figure, the magnet 913 may be located facing the second Hall sensor 911b or the third Hall sensor 911c. For example, if the second Hall sensor 911b or the third Hall sensor 911c detects the magnet 913, the electronic device (or processor) may determine that it is at least in a partially open state.

[0131] Reference Fig.11 At least one of the push-operated switch elements 1113a and 1113b as the detection element may be installed in the first structure (eg, Figure 1a 1) or a display (eg, the display 112 of FIG. 1), and as a detection object, at least one of the recesses 1111a and 1111b may be formed on the second plate 1121 (eg, Figure 2 According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, two switch elements 1113a and 1113b may be mounted on the first structure. Two recesses 1111a and 1111b may be formed in the second structure or the second plate 1121. When the first structure (e.g., Figure 1a When the first structure 110 of the embodiment of the present invention moves, the switch elements 1113a and 1113b may engage with any one of the recesses 1111a and 1111b to be turned on / off. For example, in the closed state C, only the first switch element 1113a of the switch elements may be turned off, and in the open state O, only the second switch element 1113b may be turned off. In an embodiment of the present disclosure, when both the first switch element 1113a and the second switch element 1113b are in the on state or in the off state, the first structure may be in an intermediate state M between the closed state C and the open state O. For example, the electronic device or the processor may detect at least the closed state or the open state of the electronic device based on the on / off state of the switch elements 1113a and 1113b.

[0132] According to various embodiments, the number and arrangement position of the detection elements (or detection objects) described above may vary. For example, if more switch elements and detection objects (recesses or protrusions) corresponding to the switch elements are provided, the exposed area of ​​the display may be detected step by step. Even when more Hall sensors are used as detection elements, the stepwise detection of the exposed area of ​​the display is possible. For example, considering an electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The use environment of the electronic device 101), the first structure (for example, Figure 1a The movement range of the first structure 110) and the detected position or coordinates, the combination of the detection elements and the detection object or the number of the detection elements (or detection objects) may be varied.

[0133] Fig.12a The display area (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 display area) changes. Figure 12b FIG. 4 shows a change in a display area of ​​a flexible display according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig.12c FIG. 4 shows a change in a display area of ​​a flexible display according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0134] According to various embodiments, as the first structure of the flexible display 112 (eg, Figure 1a The first structure 110) moves, and the surface exposed to the outside (e.g., Figure 2 The size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b may be changed. According to various embodiments, as the surface exposed to the outside (eg, Figure 2 The size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the flexible display 112 is changed, and the display area (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 According to various embodiments, the size of the electronic device (eg, the display area of ​​the display device) (in other words, the active area) may be changed (eg, enlarged or reduced). Figure 1a electronic device 101) or an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The processor of the electronic device 101 may use the touch screen function or the detection element of the flexible display 112 to determine the display area (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 For example, an electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a electronic device 101) or a processor of the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify the dielectric protrusion (eg, Figure 5 The dielectric protrusion 511) or the conductive protrusion (eg, Figure 7 The position or coordinates of the first protrusion 723c and / or the second protrusion 723d) of the externally exposed surface (eg, Figure 2 The size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b) is determined to determine the display area ( Figure 1a or Figure 2 For example, an electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a electronic device 101) or an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The processor of the electronic device 101 may use a detection element (e.g., Fig. 9 Hall sensors 911a and 911b, Fig.11 The mechanical switch elements 1113a and 1113b) detect the object (for example, Fig. 9 Magnet 913 or Fig.11The recesses 1111a and 1111b or optical patterns) are detected to identify the surface exposed to the outside (e.g., Figure 2 According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a electronic device 101) or an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The processor of the electronic device 101 may continuously and / or discretely determine the display area (eg, Figure 1a or 2) (in other words, the size of the active area).

[0135] Reference Fig.12a According to various embodiments, in the flexible display 112, the display area (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 The size of the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 The display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., the display area of ​​the flexible display 112) may be extended in the order of 1201a, 1201b, 1201c, and 1201d in the horizontal direction a. According to various embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., Figure 1a or Figure 2 The display area ) can be shrunk in the direction opposite to the horizontal direction a in the order of 1201d, 1201c, 1201b and 1201a.

[0136] Reference Figure 12b According to various embodiments, in the flexible display 112, the display area (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 The size of the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., Figure 1a or Figure 2 The display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., the display area of ​​the flexible display 112) may be extended in the order of 1207a, 1207b, 1207c, and 1207d in the vertical direction b. According to various embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., Figure 1a or Figure 2 The display area ) can be shrunk in the direction opposite to the vertical direction b in the order of 1207d, 1207c, 1207b and 1207a.

[0137] Reference Fig.12c According to various embodiments, in the flexible display 112, the display area (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2The size of the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., the display area of ​​the flexible display 112) may be changed in the tilt direction c (in other words, the diagonal direction). Figure 1a or Figure 2 The display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., the display area of ​​the flexible display 112) may be extended in the order of 1209a, 1209b, 1209c, and 1209d in the tilt direction c. According to various embodiments, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., Figure 1a or Figure 2 The display area ) can be shrunk in the direction opposite to the tilt direction c in the order of 1209d, 1209c, 1209b and 1209a.

[0138] Reference Fig.12a , Figure 12b and Fig.12c According to various embodiments, the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 For example, various contents may be displayed on the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., Figure 1a or Figure 2 At least one widget 1203 and / or at least one shortcut icon 1205 are displayed on the display area of ​​the flexible display 112. In the present disclosure, unless otherwise specified, the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 may be described as representing a surface (e.g., Figure 2 The same area of ​​the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b).

[0139] According to various embodiments, widget 1203 may also be referred to as a mini application. According to various embodiments, if widget 1203 is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen corresponding to a specified state of the corresponding application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, icon 1205 may be an icon for executing an application. According to various embodiments, if icon 1205 is selected (e.g., touched), it may be a shortcut icon for displaying an execution screen corresponding to an initial state or a specific state of the corresponding application. According to various embodiments, icon 1205 may be an extended shortcut icon that also includes a menu for providing additional information and / or functions. The extended shortcut icon and / or the additional information and / or functions provided by the extended shortcut icon are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0140] Reference Fig.12a , Figure 12b and Fig.12c According to various embodiments, as the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2The size of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area may be changed, and the properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area may be changed. For example, the properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 may include the physical size, arrangement (in other words, layout), and / or content of the information displayed therethrough. According to various embodiments, the properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area may be continuously changed. For example, the size of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 may be different from the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (e.g., Figure 1a or Figure 2 According to various embodiments, the properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area may be changed discretely. For example, the properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area may be changed to properties corresponding to each of the following conditions: whenever a surface (e.g., Figure 2 The first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the embodiment of the present invention may be configured to ... Figure 2 In a state where the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the display device is a first threshold size (e.g., 1201a, 1207a, or 1209a), the attributes of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed before reaching the second threshold size (e.g., 1201b, 1207b, or 1209b) may be maintained, and the attributes of the displayed widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 may be changed when the second threshold size (e.g., 1201b, 1207b, or 1209b) is reached. In addition, even when the surface exposed to the outside (e.g., Figure 2In the case where the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the embodiment of the present invention is the second threshold size (e.g., 1201b, 1207b, or 1209b) (or the third threshold size (e.g., 1201c, 1207c, or 1209c)) and reaches the third threshold size (e.g., 1201c, 1207c, or 1209c) (or the fourth threshold size (e.g., 1201d, 1207d, or 1209d)), in a similar manner, the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the embodiment of the present invention is the second threshold size (e.g., 1201b, 1207b, or 1209b) (or the third threshold size (e.g., 1201c, 1207c, or 1209c)) and reaches the third threshold size (e.g., 1201c, 1207c, or 1209c) The properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area may be changed before the third threshold size (e.g., 1201c, 1207c, or 1209c) (or the fourth threshold size (e.g., 1201d, 1207d, or 1209d)), and the properties of the displayed widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 may be changed when the third threshold size (e.g., 1201c, 1207c, or 1209c) (or the fourth threshold size (e.g., 1201d, 1207d, or 1209d)) is reached. The above four sizes (or steps) are exemplary, and the properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area may be changed to properties corresponding to each size according to being less than or greater than the four sizes (or steps). The changes in the properties of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 displayed in the display area are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0141] In the present disclosure, it is described that the attributes of the widget 1203 and / or icon 1205 are displayed according to the display area (e.g., Figure 1a or Figure 2 The size of the display area) in the horizontal direction a is changed, but even in the display area (for example, Figure 1a or Figure 2 In the case where the size of the display area of ​​the flexible display is changed in the vertical direction b or the tilt direction c, a similar description is possible. According to various embodiments, the method of displaying shortcut icons, expanding shortcut icons and / or widgets based on the size of the portion of the flexible display exposed to the outside and / or the size of the display area described in the present disclosure can be similarly applied to an electronic device including, for example, a flexible display capable of increasing or decreasing the display area of ​​the display.

[0142] Fig.13a 1300a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying an extended quick icon by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0143] Reference Fig.13a According to various embodiments, in operation 1310, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may be configured to be operable on a flexible display (eg, Figure 1aAt least one quick icon is displayed in a state where the first part of the flexible display 112 of the corresponding application is exposed to the outside (e.g., a closed state). According to various embodiments, if an icon is selected (e.g., touched), it may be a quick icon for displaying an execution screen corresponding to an initial state or a specific state of the corresponding application. According to various embodiments, at least one quick icon may be displayed on the flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a The display area of ​​the flexible display 112 (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 For example, in a state where the first portion is exposed to the outside, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The display area of ​​the flexible display 112) may be Fig.12a 1201a, Figure 12b 1207a or Fig.12c According to various embodiments, the display area in a state where the first portion is exposed to the outside may represent an area of ​​relatively smaller size than the display area in a state where the second portion, the third portion, or the fourth portion is exposed to the outside, as described below in the present disclosure, and may represent, for example Fig.12a 1201a, Figure 12b 1207a or Fig.12c Any one of 1209a.

[0144] According to various embodiments, in operation 1330, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 can detect the use of a flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The second portion of the flexible display 112 is exposed to the external first sliding input. For example, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The display area of ​​the flexible display 112) may be in an externally exposed state of the second portion (eg, a first open state). Fig.12a 1201b, Figure 12b 1207b or Fig.12c According to various embodiments, the display area in the second portion of the external exposure state may represent an area that is relatively larger than the display area in the first portion of the external exposure state described in the present disclosure and relatively smaller than the display area in the third portion or the fourth portion of the external exposure state. For example, the display area in the second portion of the external exposure state may represent Fig.12a 1201b, Figure 12b 1207b or Fig.12c According to various embodiments, the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a electronic device 101) or an electronic device (eg, Figure 1aThe processor of the electronic device 101 may use at least one sensor (eg, a switch, a Hall sensor, a touch sensor, a pressure sensor, a dielectric, or a metal) to detect a first structure (eg, Figure 1a a first structure 110) or a surface of a flexible display (eg, Figure 2 The first surface 212a, the second surface 212b or the third surface 212c of the present invention is detected, and the first structure (for example, Figure 1a a first structure 110) or a surface of a flexible display (eg, Figure 2 The first surface 212a, the second surface 212b, or the third surface 212c of the flexible display may be detected as a first sliding input. The sliding input described below in the present disclosure may also be detected in the same manner. According to various embodiments, the flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a The flexible display 112), the first structure (eg, Figure 1a 110) or a second structure (e.g., Figure 1a The second structure 120) is directly touched or the electronic device (for example, Figure 1a The first structure (eg, Figure 1a a first structure 110) or a surface of a flexible display (eg, Figure 2 movement of the first surface 212a, the second surface 212b or the third surface 212c).

[0145] According to various embodiments, in operation 1350, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display at least one extended shortcut icon on the second part based on the first sliding input. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon may be an extended shortcut icon whose physical size has been increased corresponding to the size of the display area in the exposed state of the second part.

[0146] According to various embodiments, even when an electronic device (e.g., Figure 1aWhen the electronic device 101 includes a flexible display, similarly extended shortcut icons may also be displayed. For example, when the display of the electronic device is in a folded state and the display is in an unfolded state, the size of the display area (e.g., activation area) of the display or the portion of the display exposed to the outside may vary. For example, the activation area of ​​the display (or the portion of the display exposed to the outside) when the display is in the unfolded state may be larger than the activation area of ​​the display when the display is in the folded state. The electronic device may display a shortcut icon when the display is in a folded state, and when the display becomes an unfolded state, change the shortcut icon to an extended shortcut icon and display the extended shortcut icon. In other words, display switching may be performed between a shortcut icon and an extended shortcut icon depending on the size of the externally exposed portion of the display or the activation area of ​​the display.

[0147] Fig.13b A quick icon or an extended quick icon displayed on a flexible display according to a size of a display area according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0148] Fig.13b Part (a) shows a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a In an exposed state (eg, a closed state) of a first portion of the flexible display 112 of the flexible display 112, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the display area may represent a main screen displayed in a display area 1301a of a flexible display (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the display area (ie, the activation area) may include a flexible display (eg, a first portion) of an externally exposed portion (eg, a first portion) of the flexible display 112 that is activated to output a screen. Figure 1a All or only a portion of an externally exposed portion (eg, a first portion) of the flexible display 112).

[0149] Reference Fig.13bIn part (a), according to various embodiments, at least one widget 1303a and / or at least one shortcut icon 1305a may be displayed on the display area 1301a. According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1307a may be a shortcut icon displayed in, for example, a main screen area 1311a that constitutes one area of ​​the main screen displayed in the display area 1301a. According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1309a may be a shortcut icon displayed in, for example, a taskbar area 1313a that constitutes another area of ​​the main screen displayed in the display area 1301a. According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1309a may be displayed according to a setting (for example, a size or layout) different from that of the shortcut icon 1307a. According to various embodiments, if the shortcut icon 1305a is selected (for example, touched), an execution screen corresponding to an initial state or a specific state (for example, a state of most recent execution and display) of the corresponding application may be displayed. In the present disclosure, Fig.13b The widget 1303a or the shortcut icon 1305a shown in part (a) is described as having a first size.

[0150] Fig.13b Part (b) shows that on a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a In the exposed state (eg, first open state) of the flexible display 112 including the second portion of the first portion, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, even in a state where a portion including the second portion (e.g., the third portion or the fourth portion) is exposed (e.g., the second open state or the third open state), a similar operation may be performed. Fig.13b Description of part (b).

[0151] Reference Fig.13b According to various embodiments, at least one widget 1303b and / or at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b may be displayed on the display area 1301b. According to various embodiments, the extended widget 1303b has a width of Fig.13bThe widget 1303a of part (a) is larger in physical size and can provide more information. For example, the widget 1303a provides information about the current weather (e.g., cloudy, 9 degrees Celsius) in a specific area (e.g., Seocho-gu), while the extended widget 1303b can also provide real-time weather information for a day (e.g., weather every three hours). According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1307b can be an extended shortcut icon displayed in the main screen area 1311b, for example, in an area constituting the main screen displayed in the display area 1301b. According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1309b can be an extended shortcut icon displayed in the taskbar area 1313b, for example, in another area constituting the main screen displayed in the display area 1301b. According to various embodiments, at least one extended widget 1303b and / or at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b can be set to be in a pre-expanded state (e.g., Fig.13b According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1309b may also be displayed according to a setting (e.g., a layout) different from that of the extended shortcut icon 1307b. According to various embodiments, when the extended shortcut icon 1305b is selected (e.g., touched), in addition to the function of displaying the execution screen corresponding to the initial state or specific state of the corresponding application, additional functions may also be provided. For example, the additional functions may include a function of displaying additional information or displaying a menu for providing additional functions (e.g., corresponding application functions) based on the user's settings (e.g., when the user is set to expose specific information), using relevant information (e.g., the user's current location, the current time, and / or the way the user uses the application), and / or application settings (e.g., when the application is set to provide specific information). In the present disclosure, Fig.13b The sizes of the extended shortcut icon 1305b and the widget 1303b shown in part (b) of FIG. 1 are described as the second size.

[0152] According to various embodiments, the display area (eg, Figure 1a or Figure 2 display area) and / or flexible displays (e.g., Figure 1a The first size and the second size are determined by the size of the externally exposed portion of the flexible display 112. Figure 1a When the second portion of the flexible display 112 is exposed to the outside or the corresponding display area is activated, the extended shortcut icon 1305b can be displayed at a size about twice (e.g., 2.3 times) that of the shortcut icon 1305a. Figure 1aWhen the third portion of the flexible display 112 is exposed to the outside or the corresponding display area is activated, the extended shortcut icon 1305b can be displayed at a size about three times (e.g., 3.3 times) that of the shortcut icon 1305a. Figure 1a In a state where a fourth portion of the flexible display 112 is exposed to the outside or its corresponding display area is activated, the extended shortcut icon 1305b may be displayed in a size approximately four times (eg, 4.5 times) that of the shortcut icon 1305a.

[0153] For example, when the size of the display area 1301b is twice the size of the display area 1301a, the second size may be twice (or substantially twice) the first size.

[0154] According to various embodiments, according to the first sliding input (eg, Fig.13a ), a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a The size of the externally exposed portion of the flexible display 112 can be increased so that the display area can be increased. For example, the first sliding input (eg, Fig.13a The first sliding input of the display area 1301a is changed to the display area 1301b. Similarly, when the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a When the size of the externally exposed portion of the flexible display 112 is reduced, the display area may be reduced (eg, changed from the display area 1301b to the display area 1301a).

[0155] According to various embodiments, the user's gesture on the display area may be used to perform Fig.13b The display status of part (a) is the same as Fig.13b According to various embodiments, when the size of the display area increases (e.g., changes from the closed state to the first open state), the enlarged portion of the display area may be displayed as a blank space, or the adjacent next page of the home screen may be displayed. According to various embodiments, when a rightward swipe gesture 1315a is further detected on an area of ​​the enlarged display area (e.g., display area 1301a), the display state may be changed from Fig.13b The display status of part (a) is changed to Fig.13b According to various embodiments, when a leftward swipe gesture 1315b is further detected on the display area 1301b, the display state may be changed from Fig.13b The display status of part (b) is changed to Fig.13b The display status of part (a).

[0156] According to various embodiments, the size of the display area may be changed according to a user's gesture on the display area. According to various embodiments, although the flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a The size of the externally exposed portion of the flexible display 112 is increased (eg, although the state is changed from the closed state to the first open state), the size of the display area can be maintained. According to various embodiments, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, when a user's gesture on a display area (e.g., an area in an active state) is detected in a state where the size of the externally exposed portion has been increased, the size of the display area may be increased (e.g., the portion maintained in the inactive state may be switched to the active state). Figure 1a When the size of the externally exposed portion of the flexible display 112 is increased (for example, when the state is changed from the closed state to the first open state), when a rightward swipe gesture 1315a is further detected on the display area 1301a, the size of the display area may be increased. According to various embodiments, when the flexible display (for example, Figure 1a When a left swipe gesture 1315b is further detected on an area of ​​the display area 1301b (e.g., the externally exposed portion of the flexible display 112) in a state where the size of the externally exposed portion of the display area 1301b is reduced (e.g., when the state is changed from the first open state to the closed state), the size of the display area may be reduced.

[0157] Fig.13c 2 is a view showing various types of contents of an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0158] Reference Fig.13c , showing a shortcut icon 1317 (e.g., Fig.13b 1305a of part (a), expansion shortcut icon 1319 (for example, Fig.13b 1305b), widget 1321 (e.g., Fig.13b 1303a or 1303b) and an application execution screen 1323. According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1317, the extended shortcut icon 1319 and / or the widget 1321 may be displayed on the home screen (eg, Fig.13b on the main screen areas 1311a and 1311b and the taskbar area 1313b).

[0159] Reference Fig.13c According to various embodiments, the quick icon 1317 may include an icon image 1317a representing a corresponding application. Fig.13cIn part (a), the icon image 1317a may indicate that the corresponding application is a map application. According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1317 may further include text representing the corresponding application (e.g., the name of the application). According to various embodiments, if the user selects (e.g., touches) the shortcut icon 1317, an execution screen of the corresponding application corresponding to the initial state or the specific state may be displayed.

[0160] Reference Fig.13c According to part (b), according to various embodiments, the extended quick icon 1319 may include a first area displaying an icon image 1319a and a second area displaying at least one menu 1319b. In the present disclosure, the first area and the second area of ​​the extended quick icon 1319 are described below. In the present disclosure, unless otherwise specified, the second area may represent the remaining area of ​​the extended quick icon 1319 except the first area displaying the image 1319a. According to various embodiments, the first area and the second area may be set as one non-separated area.

[0161] According to various embodiments, the icon image 1319a may represent a corresponding application. Fig.13c , icon image 1319a may indicate that the corresponding application is a map application. According to various embodiments, icon image 1319a of extended shortcut icon 1319 may be the same as or partially different from icon image 1317a of shortcut icon 1317. According to various embodiments, if the user selects icon image 1319a, an execution screen corresponding to a specific state (e.g., an initial state) of the corresponding application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, icon image 1319a may not be displayed. In this case, at least one menu 1319b may be displayed on the entire area of ​​extended shortcut icon 1319.

[0162] According to various embodiments, at least one menu 1319b may provide additional information and / or functionality related to the corresponding application. According to various embodiments, the additional information may be information and / or functionality based on user settings (e.g., when the user is set to expose specific information), user related information (e.g., the user's current location, current time, and / or the way the user uses the application), and / or application settings (e.g., when the application is set to provide specific information). For example, referring to Fig.13c In part (b), information about the destination searched by the user (e.g., "Kith Street") and / or information about the estimated time from the user's current location to the destination (e.g., "35 minutes") may be displayed through menu 1319b. According to various embodiments, the additional information may include at least a portion of the information displayed on widget 1321 or application execution screen 1323. According to various embodiments, the additional information displayed through menu 1319b may be provided in real time. For example, referring to Fig.13cIn part (b), when the user moves and the current location is changed, the estimated time required based on the changed current location may be updated in real time and displayed through menu 1319b. According to various embodiments, at least one menu 1319b may be selected by the user. For example, when the user selects (e.g., touches) at least one menu 1319b, a function related to additional information or a specified function of the corresponding application may be provided. For example, referring to Fig.13c , when the user selects menu 1319b, an application execution screen 1323 related to information about the destination searched by the user and / or information about the estimated time required may be displayed. According to various embodiments, when the user selects menu 1319b, a screen corresponding to the application execution screen 1323 may be displayed in a pop-up form (e.g., a pop-up window), for example, related to information about the destination searched by the user and / or the estimated time required. Although not shown, if the corresponding application is a media playback application, the extended shortcut icon of the media playback application may also include a menu, and if the menu is selected, a function of pausing playback of the media being played may be provided, for example. According to various embodiments, there may be multiple menus 1319b. According to various embodiments, when the corresponding application supports multiple displayable menus, some menus determined based on priorities set by the user may also be displayed.

[0163] Reference Fig.13c According to the part (c), according to various embodiments, the widget 1321 may include a first area displaying an icon image 1321a representing the corresponding application, a second area displaying at least one menu 1321b, and a third area displaying the widget screen 1321c. In the present disclosure, the first, second, and third areas of the widget 1321 are described below. According to various embodiments, the first area and the second area may be set as a non-separated area. According to various embodiments, the icon image 1321a of the widget 1321 may be the same as or partially different from the icon image 1317a of the shortcut icon 1317 or the icon image 1319a of the extended shortcut icon 1319. According to various embodiments, the menu 1321b of the widget 1321 may be the same as or partially different from the menu 1319b of the extended shortcut icon 1319. For example, the menu 1321b may be selectable by the user, similar to the extended shortcut icon 1319. In this case, a function related to the additional information or a specified function of the corresponding application may be provided. Optionally, for example, the menu 1321b may only display the additional information. According to various embodiments, the additional information displayed through the menu 1321b may include more detailed information than the menu 1319b of the extended shortcut icon 1319. Fig.13c, compared to the menu 1319b of the extended shortcut icon 1319, the additional information about the menu 1321b may also include detailed information about the destination (e.g., Kith Street, San Francisco), information indicating the fact that the displayed location is the destination (e.g., "to"), and information about the remaining distance from the user's current location to the destination (e.g., "14 miles"). According to various embodiments, the widget screen 1321c may include information based on the user's settings (e.g., when the user is set to expose specific information), use related information (e.g., the user's current location, current time, and / or the way the user uses the application), and / or application settings (e.g., when the application is set to provide specific information). For example, the widget screen 1321c may include location information 1321d about the user's destination and information 1321e about the surrounding geography. According to various embodiments, the menu 1321b and / or the widget screen 1321c may be provided in real time. For example, the information displayed by the above-mentioned menu 1321b and / or the widget screen 1321c may be updated and displayed in real time based on the user's current location.

[0164] According to various embodiments, the application execution screen 1323 may provide more information and / or more functions than the widget screen 1321. Fig.13c , compared with the widget screen 1321, the application execution screen 1323 may further include information 1323a about a route from the current location to the destination, information 1323b about a direction in the route from the current location, and information 1323c about the current location. Fig.13c In part (d), the application execution screen 1323 may further include an icon 1323d providing a voice search function and an icon 1323e providing a function of updating the displayed screen.

[0165] As described above, the extended quick icon 1319 and the widget 1321 may provide additional functions through an optional menu on the home screen and / or provide a function of displaying additional information as well as the function of the quick icon 1317. In addition, the displayed additional information may be updated in real time. Therefore, even if the application execution screen 1323 is not entered (in other words, at zero depth), the extended quick icon 1319 and the widget 1321 may provide additional information and / or additional functions.

[0166] Fig.14 1400 is a flowchart illustrating an operation method for expanding a quick icon by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0167] Reference Fig.14 According to various embodiments, in operation 1410, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1aThe electronic device 101 may be configured to be operable on a flexible display (eg, Figure 1a At least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b The shortcut icon 1305a) can be in a first size (eg, Fig.13b The first size) is displayed.

[0168] According to various embodiments, in operation 1420, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may detect a first sliding input (eg, Fig.13a first slide input).

[0169] According to various embodiments, in operation 1430, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101) can identify the external exposed portion (for example, Figure 2 The first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b) of the embodiment of the present invention may be a first surface 212a and / or a second surface 212b of the embodiment of the present invention. Fig.12a 1201b, Figure 12b 1207b or Fig.12c 1209b).

[0170] According to various embodiments, after identifying the external exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2 When the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b exceeds the threshold size, in operation 1440, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display at least one extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b Extended shortcut icon 1305b).

[0171] According to various embodiments, if a flexible display (e.g. Figure 1a The size of the display area of ​​the flexible display 112) varies with the external exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2 The size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b increases, and the electronic device (for example, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may gradually (in other words, continuously) increase the size of at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, if the externally exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2 When the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the display device 100 reaches a threshold size, at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13bThe size of the shortcut icon 1305a) can be increased to a second size (eg, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, if at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b When the size of the shortcut icon 1305a) reaches the second size, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may include at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b The shortcut icon 1305a) is changed to at least one extended shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, when at least one shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.13b After the size of the shortcut icon 1305a) reaches the second size, the display area or at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b When a user gesture is detected on the shortcut icon 1305a of Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may include at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b The shortcut icon 1305a) is changed to at least one extended shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) is displayed.

[0172] According to various embodiments, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may not enlarge at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b The size of the shortcut icon 1305a) is reduced until the externally exposed portion (eg, Figure 2 Before the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b reaches the threshold size. According to various embodiments, if the externally exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2 If the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b reaches a threshold size, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may include at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b The shortcut icon 1305a) is changed to at least one extended shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) is displayed.

[0173] According to various embodiments, if a portion (e.g., Figure 2 After the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b exceeds the threshold size, it is further detected that an area (eg, Fig.13b 1301a) on the display area 1301a) of the display area 1301a (for example, Fig.13b 1315a), the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1aThe electronic device 101 may include at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b The shortcut icon 1305a) is changed to at least one extended shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b shortcut icon 1305b) and display it.

[0174] According to various embodiments, if it is recognized that at least one shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.13b 1305a) on the shortcut icon (eg, on at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b 1305a), the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may include at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b The shortcut icon 1305a) is changed to at least one extended shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) is displayed.

[0175] According to various embodiments, at least one extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) can be in a second size (e.g., Fig.13b The second size of the image is displayed.

[0176] According to various embodiments, after identifying the external exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2 When the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b does not exceed the threshold size, in operation 1450, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may change at least one shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101) may correspond to an externally exposed portion (eg, Figure 2 to increase the size of at least one shortcut icon (eg, the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b) Fig.13b The size of the shortcut icon 1305a).

[0177] According to various embodiments, when the externally exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2 When the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b is less than or equal to the threshold size, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may extend the shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) is changed to a shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, as the externally exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2The size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b is reduced, and the electronic device (for example, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may gradually (in other words, continuously) reduce the size of the extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, if the externally exposed portion (e.g., Figure 2 The size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b is reduced, and the shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The size of the extended shortcut icon 1305b) reaches a specified size (for example, Fig.13b ), the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may extend the shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) is changed to a shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, if a portion (e.g., Figure 2 After the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b is less than or equal to the threshold size, a left swipe gesture (eg, Fig.13b 1315b), the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may extend the shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) is changed to a shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b According to various embodiments, upon identifying an extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.13b The user gesture on the extended shortcut icon 1305b) (eg, the extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.13b When a long touch and slide gesture is performed on the extended shortcut icon 1305b), the electronic device (for example, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may extend the shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b The extended shortcut icon 1305b) is changed to a shortcut icon (for example, Fig.13b shortcut icon 1305a) and display it.

[0178] Fig.15a Regions constituting a quick icon and extending a quick icon according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0179] Fig.15a Part (a) and part (b) of the diagram show shortcut icons (e.g., Fig.13b 1305a), and Fig.15a Parts (c) to (g) of FIG. 1 show the extended shortcut icons (e.g., Fig.13b An example of an extended shortcut icon 1305b).

[0180] Reference Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the quick icon 1501 may include a first area 1501a. According to various embodiments, an icon image (e.g., Fig.13c icon image 1317a).

[0181] Reference Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon 1501 may be, for example, a shortcut icon with an increased size, such as referring to Fig.14 According to various embodiments, the size of the shortcut icon 1501 may correspond to the external exposed portion (eg, Figure 2 the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b), the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The size of the display area of ​​the flexible display 112 of the extended quick icon 1503) and / or the moving distance of the user gesture on the quick icon 1501. According to various embodiments, the quick icon 1501 may further include a second area 1501b. According to various embodiments, a visual effect indicating that the size of the quick icon 1501 is increasing may be displayed in the second area 1501b. For example, the visual effect may include a gradient effect based on the image displayed in the first area 1501a or a visual effect of a different color from the image displayed in the first area 1501a. According to various embodiments, a visual effect at least partially related to a menu to be displayed in the second area 1503b of the extended quick icon 1503 may be displayed in the second area 1501b. For example, in the second area 1501b, at least a portion of the image to be displayed in the second area 1503b of the extended quick icon 1503 may be displayed, or a gradient effect based on the image to be displayed in the second area 1503b of the extended quick icon 1503, or a visual effect of blurring the image to be displayed in the second area 1503b may be displayed. For example, in the second area 1501b, partial information of the additional information to be displayed in the second area 1503b of the extended shortcut icon 1503 or brief information of the additional information to be displayed in the second area 1503b may be displayed. According to various embodiments, unlike the example shown, the size of the shortcut icon 1501 may be changed discretely. For example, referring to Fig.14 Together, the shortcut icon 1501 can be maintained as Fig.15a The shortcut icon 1501 of the portion (a) (ie, not including the shortcut icon of the second region 1503b) is removed until the externally exposed portion (eg, Figure 2 Before the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b exceeds a threshold size (eg, a second threshold size), and before the externally exposed portion (eg, Figure 2 When the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b exceeds a threshold size (eg, a second threshold size), the icon is changed into an extended shortcut icon 1503 described below and is displayed.

[0182] Reference Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may include a first area 1503a and a second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, an icon image (e.g., Fig.13c According to various embodiments, at least one menu related to the corresponding application may be displayed in the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, the external exposure portion (e.g., Figure 2The size of the second area 1503b is determined based on the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the display device and / or the size of the extended shortcut icon. According to various embodiments, the second area 1503b may include at least one sub-area (e.g., 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3). According to various embodiments, the size of each sub-area (e.g., 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3) may be determined based on the size of the extended shortcut icon. According to various embodiments, at least one menu may be displayed in at least one sub-area (e.g., 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3), respectively. According to various embodiments, two or more menus providing different functions or two or more menus providing the same function may be displayed in at least one sub-area 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3. According to various embodiments, two or more menus providing the same function may provide information about different contents. According to various embodiments, the number of at least one sub-area 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 included in the second area 1503b may be determined based on the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 and / or the size of the second area 1503b. For example, as the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 and / or the size of the second area 1503b increases, the number of at least one sub-area 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 may increase. According to various embodiments, at least one menu displayed in at least one sub-area 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 may be determined based on the priority of one or more options determined by the user. For example, one or more options whose priority may be determined by the user may include a first option (e.g., a menu based on user settings), a second option (e.g., a menu based on user-related information), or a third option (e.g., a menu based on application settings). The priority of one or more options may be determined by the user, and the menu may be displayed in at least one sub-area in quantity and / or order based on the priority determined for the option. For example, when the number of sub-areas is three, a menu based on the above-mentioned first option, the second option, and the third option may be displayed. For example, when the number of sub-areas is two, two menus based on options corresponding to the first priority and the second priority in the menus according to the above-mentioned first option, the second option, and the third option may be displayed. For example, when the number of sub-areas is one, a menu based on options corresponding to the first priority in the menus according to the above-mentioned first option, the second option, and the third option may be displayed. For example, a menu corresponding to an option with a higher priority is displayed in the left sub-area according to the priority of the option, and a menu corresponding to an option with a lower priority is displayed in the right sub-area. According to various embodiments, the priority of one or more options determined by the user may be changed.For example, if no information will be displayed through a menu based on a relatively high priority option, a menu based on a relatively low priority option may be displayed instead of a menu based on a relatively high priority option. For example, when a menu based on two options can be displayed through two sub-areas, if no information will be displayed through a menu of a first or second priority option, a menu of a third priority option may be displayed instead of a menu of a first or second priority option. According to various embodiments, the priority of the above one or more options may be preset by an application (e.g., by a creator of the application). According to various embodiments, the priority of the above one or more options may be set according to whether a recent event has occurred, a user's usage history, a user's current location (e.g., a location of an electronic device), and / or a current time. For example, even when the above priorities are set by a user or an application, a menu of options based on a recently occurring event may be displayed first. For example, although the above priorities are set by a user or an application, if a user frequently changes to a lower priority option (e.g., when frequently changing to a lower priority option while displaying a higher priority option), the electronic device 101 may change the option set to a lower priority to a higher priority than the option set to a higher priority. For example, if there is a history of the user selecting a menu based on a specific option in a specific place (or location) or a history of frequent selections is identified, and the user is later located in the same specific place (for example, if the electronic device is identified as being located in a specific place), the menu based on the specific option may be displayed first. For example, if there is a history of the user selecting a menu based on a specific option within a specific time period, or a history of frequent selections is identified, within the same time period, the menu based on the specific option may be displayed first. According to various embodiments, if the number of menus is less than the number of sub-areas determined based on the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 and / or the size of the second area 1503b, it may be determined that the number of sub-areas corresponds to the number of menus having information to be displayed. For example, refer to. Fig.15a If the number of menus having information to be displayed is 1, then Fig.15aAccording to various embodiments, the number of sub-regions may be determined to be 1 in part (d) or part (f) of the embodiment. According to various embodiments, the number of sub-regions may also be set to a pre-specified number (e.g., 1). According to various embodiments, each sub-region may be selectable. For example, when multiple sub-regions are displayed, each sub-region may be selected (e.g., touched) by a user, and different functions and / or information corresponding to the menus included in the selected sub-regions may be provided. According to various embodiments, the order (e.g., order from left to right) of at least one menu displayed in at least one sub-region 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 may be determined based on the user's priority for at least one menu. For example, a menu displayed relatively on the left may be a menu having a higher priority than a menu displayed relatively on the right. According to various embodiments, the second region 1503b may not be divided into sub-regions 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3. For example, at least one menu and / or at least one additional information may all be displayed on an area (e.g., second area 1503b) that is not divided into sub-areas 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3. According to various embodiments, when there is no additional information and / or menu to be displayed in the second area 1503b, an image that is the same as or partially different from the icon image displayed in the first area 1503a may be displayed. For example, the second area 1503b may be filled with a color associated with the icon image. For example, regardless of the icon image, a specified color (e.g., gray) may also be displayed in the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, the icon image may not be displayed. For example, at least one menu may be displayed in the entire area (or second area) of the extended shortcut icon 1503, while the first area does not display the icon image.

[0183] According to various embodiments, if the sub-regions 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 are selected (e.g., long-touched), a user interface for selecting any one from the options (e.g., the first option, the second option, and the third option) may be displayed in the form of a pop-up window. According to various embodiments, when the user selects any one option through the user interface, the menu displayed in at least one of the sub-regions 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 may be changed. For example, if a sub-region displaying any one of the menu based on the first option or the menu based on the second option is selected (e.g., long-touched) in a state where a menu based on the first option or a menu based on the second option is displayed, the user interface may be displayed, and if the third option is selected (e.g., touched) through the user interface, a menu based on the third option may be displayed in the selected (e.g., long-touched) sub-region instead of displaying the menu in the selected (e.g., long-touched) sub-region.

[0184] Fig.15bA shortcut icon and an extended shortcut icon of a call application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0185] Reference Fig.15b According to various embodiments, the quick icon 1501 may be a quick icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of a call application may be displayed in the first area 1501a.

[0186] Reference Fig.15b According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a. According to various embodiments, at least one menu providing additional information and / or functions related to the call application may be displayed in the second area 1503b. For example, referring to Fig.15b In part (b), information about a call schedule registered by a user (e.g., "Rene, call at 5 p.m.") may be displayed through a call schedule menu included in the second area 1503b (or the first sub-area 1503b-1). Fig.15b In part (c), information about an event (e.g., a recent missed call) that has occurred may be displayed through a recent missed call menu included in the second area 1503b (e.g., the second sub-area 1503b-2) (e.g., "Brie, 1 missed call"). Fig.15b In part (d), information about contacts registered as favorites by the user (e.g., “Dad, ★Favorites”) may be displayed through a favorite contact menu included in the second area 1503b (e.g., the third sub-area 1503b-3). According to various embodiments, the menu included in the above-mentioned second area 1503b may be selected by the user. For example, when the call scheduling menu is selected, a call initiation function may be performed based on a contact (e.g., “Renee, call at 5pm”) included in the registered call scheduling information (e.g., “Renee” contact). For example, if the recent missed call menu is selected, an execution screen of a call application including information about an event that has occurred (e.g., recent missed calls) (e.g., “Bree, 1 missed call”) may be displayed. For example, when the favorite contact menu is selected, a call initiation function may be performed on a contact registered as a favorite (e.g., “Dad” contact).

[0187] Fig.15c A quick icon and an extended quick icon of a media playback application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0188] Reference Fig.15cAccording to various embodiments, the quick icon 1501 may be a quick icon of a media playback application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of a media playback application may be displayed in the first area 1501a.

[0189] Reference Fig.15c According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a media playback application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of a media playback application may be displayed in the first area 1503a. According to various embodiments, at least one menu providing additional information and / or functions related to the media playback application may be displayed in the second area 1503b. For example, information about channels frequently visited by a user, information about channels subscribed by a user (e.g., content update news), information about recently executed (or played) media, or information about channels managed by a user may be displayed through at least one menu included in the second area 1503b, respectively. According to various embodiments, at least one menu may be displayed in at least one sub-area 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 included in the second area 1503b, respectively. According to various embodiments, the menu included in the above-mentioned second area 1503b may be selected by the user. For example, if any one of the above-mentioned at least one menu is selected, an execution screen of the media playback application including the above-mentioned information corresponding to the selected menu may be displayed.

[0190] Fig.15d A shortcut icon and an extended shortcut icon of a map application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0191] Reference Fig.15d According to various embodiments, the quick icon 1501 may be a quick icon of a map application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of a map application may be displayed in the first area 1501a.

[0192] Reference Fig.15d According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a map application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of a map application may be displayed in the first area 1503a. According to various embodiments, at least one menu providing additional information and / or functions related to the map application may be displayed in the second area 1503b. For example, referring to Fig.15d In part (b), information about a place pre-designated by the user (e.g., "home") and information about an estimated time required from the user's current location to the pre-designated place (e.g., "54 minutes") may be displayed through a first menu included in the second area 1503b (or the first sub-area 1503b-1). Fig.15cIn part (c), information about the destination searched by the user (e.g., "Kith Street, San Francisco") may be displayed through a second menu included in the second area 1503b (e.g., the second sub-area 1503b-2). Fig.15c In part (d), information about a place registered as a favorite by the user (e.g., "Yale University, ★ Favorites") may be displayed through a third menu included in the second area 1503b (e.g., the third sub-area 1503b-3). According to various embodiments, the menu included in the above-mentioned second area 1503b may be selected by the user. For example, if the first menu is selected, an execution screen of a map application that provides a route guidance function from the user's current location to a pre-specified location may be displayed. For example, if the second menu is selected, an execution screen of a map application that provides information about the location and / or surrounding geography of a destination searched by the user may be displayed. For example, if the third menu is selected, an execution screen of a map application that provides a route guidance function from the user's current location to a place registered as a favorite by the user may be displayed.

[0193] Fig.16 1600 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying extended quick icons based on priorities by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0194] Reference Fig.16 According to various embodiments, in operation 1610, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify the priority of multiple menus for executing the functions of the first application. According to various embodiments, the multiple menus may be menus supported by the first application that provide additional information and / or functions related to the first application.

[0195] According to various embodiments, in operation 1630, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the present invention may identify at least one menu based on priority. According to various embodiments, the at least one menu may be at least one menu set by the user (e.g., enabled) among the multiple menus supported by the first application. According to various embodiments, the at least one menu may be at least one menu of the menu set by the user (e.g., enabled) and the displayable number (e.g., the number of sub-areas) determined based on the size of the second area 1503b and / or the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, if the number of menus set by the user (e.g., enabled) is greater than the displayable number (e.g., the number of sub-areas), at least one menu corresponding to the displayable number (e.g., the number of sub-areas) may be identified.

[0196] According to various embodiments, in operation 1650, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1aThe electronic device 101 may display the icons to be included in the extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a The second area (eg, Fig.15a The second area 1503b) includes and displays at least one menu.

[0197] Fig.17a A setting screen 1701 for setting a priority of a menu supported by an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated. Fig.17b A method for changing the priority of a menu supported by an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0198] Reference Fig.17a According to various embodiments, it is possible to display the image on a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a A setting screen 1701 for setting a menu supported by an application is displayed on the flexible display 112).

[0199] According to various embodiments, on the setting screen 1701, a user interface (UI) may be displayed to select a menu (e.g., 1705a to 1705h) supported by a corresponding application by application. According to various embodiments, a toggle icon 1703 may be displayed on the setting screen 1701. According to various embodiments, if the toggle icon 1703 is selected (e.g., touched), display of an extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a For example, in the case where the above-mentioned display function is disabled for the first application and the above-mentioned display function is enabled for the second application, if the externally exposed portion (for example, Figure 2 If the size of the first surface 212a and / or the second surface 212b of the first application exceeds the threshold size, the shortcut icon of the first application (for example, Fig.15a The shortcut icon 1501) is not changed to an extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a ), but the shortcut icon of the second application (e.g., Fig.15a The shortcut icon 1501) is changed to an extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a In other words, in the case of displaying multiple shortcut icons, whether the multiple shortcut icons will be displayed as extended shortcut icons may be individually determined according to whether the above-mentioned display function is enabled for each application. According to various embodiments, when a separate user gesture (e.g., a long touch and a slide gesture corresponding to the shortcut icon) is recognized, the shortcut icon of the application whose display function is disabled may be changed to an extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15aThe extended shortcut icon 1503) is displayed.

[0200] According to various embodiments, the setting screen 1701 may include an active area 1707 displaying at least one object (e.g., 1705a to 1705g) corresponding to an enabled menu and an inactive area 1709 displaying at least one object (e.g., 1705h) corresponding to a disabled menu. According to various embodiments, at least one bar icon (e.g., 1711a to 1711g) corresponding to the above-mentioned at least one object (e.g., 1705a to 1705h) may be displayed on the setting screen 1701. According to various embodiments, whether to display a menu corresponding to a bar icon (whose display position is changed) and / or a priority may be changed by changing the display position of at least one bar icon (e.g., 1711a to 1711g). This will refer to Fig.17b is described.

[0201] According to various embodiments, a shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a The second area (eg, Fig.15a The second area 1503b of the active area 1707 includes and displays a menu or some of the menus corresponding to the objects (e.g., 1705a to 1707g) displayed in the active area 1707. According to various embodiments, the shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a The extended shortcut icon 1503 of the active area 1707 displays a menu corresponding to the displayable number (e.g., the number of sub-areas) in the enabled menu. According to various embodiments, the display order of the objects (e.g., 1705a to 1705g) included in the active area 1707 may be represented as the priority of the menu settings. For example, a menu corresponding to an object relatively displayed on the upper side among the objects (e.g., 1705a to 1705g) included in the active area 1707 may have a higher priority than a menu corresponding to an object relatively displayed on the lower side. According to various embodiments, when the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a The second area (eg, Fig.15a The number of menus that can be displayed in the second area 1503b) (or Fig.15a When the number of sub-areas of the second area 1503b (e.g., N) is less than or equal to the number (e.g., M) of objects (e.g., 1705a to 1705g) included in the active area 1707, menus corresponding to the first N (or less) objects among the objects (e.g., 1705a to 1705g) included in the active area 1707 may be displayed in the second area (e.g., Fig.15a According to various embodiments, if the number M of enabled menus exceeds the number of menus enabled by the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15aThe second area (eg, Fig.15a The number N of menus that can be displayed in the second area 1503b (for example, the number of sub-areas) can be determined by Fig.15a The second area 1503b) displays the first N (or fewer) menus of the M enabled menus.

[0202] According to various embodiments, the setting screen 1701 may be a setting screen corresponding to, for example, a call application. According to various embodiments, at least one object (eg, 1705a to 1705h) corresponding to a menu supported by the call application may be displayed on the setting screen 1701 corresponding to the call application.

[0203] According to various embodiments, the notification function corresponding to the first object 1705a may be to allow the user to open the extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a In the extended shortcut icon 1503, the function of first including and displaying the menu in which the event occurred among other menus related to the application (e.g., the call application). According to various embodiments, when a corresponding event occurs, the menu in the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a The menu set to have a lower priority than the first object 1705a is first included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of the embodiment. For example, when an event related to the recent missed call menu corresponding to the second object 1705c (e.g., missed call) does not occur, and an event related to the call schedule menu 1705g corresponding to the third object 1705g (e.g., the existence of today's call schedule) occurs, the menu can be displayed in the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a The call arrangement menu is first included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of the example, and precedes the recent missed call menu which has been set to have a relatively high priority. According to various embodiments, whether or not the corresponding event occurs, the call arrangement menu can be displayed in the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a The extended shortcut icon 1503) first includes and displays a menu set to have a higher priority than the first object 1705a and before a menu set to have a lower priority than the first object 1705a.

[0204] According to various embodiments, the second object 1705b may correspond to a recent outgoing call menu associated with a call application, the recent outgoing call menu providing information and / or functionality regarding recent outgoing calls. Fig.15a If the recent outgoing call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of FIG. 1504 , information about the sent call (e.g., the name, contact person, and / or sending time) may be displayed through the recent outgoing call menu. Fig.15aIn a case where a recent outgoing call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503), if the recent outgoing call menu is selected, an execution screen of a call application including information about the displayed outgoing call may be displayed, or a call initiation function may be executed at a contact of a recipient of the displayed outgoing call.

[0205] According to various embodiments, the third object 1705c may correspond to a recent missed call menu associated with a call application, the recent missed call menu providing information and / or functionality regarding recent missed calls. Fig.15a If the recently missed call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of the embodiment, the recently missed call menu can display, for example, information about the missed call (e.g., the name of the caller, the contact information of the caller, and / or the time of the call). According to various embodiments, in the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a In a case where a recent missed call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503), if the recent missed call menu is selected, an execution screen of a call application including information about the displayed missed call can be displayed, or a call initiation function can be executed at a contact of a caller of the displayed missed call.

[0206] According to various embodiments, the fourth object 1705d may correspond to a recently canceled call menu associated with a call application, the recently canceled call menu providing information and / or functionality about recently canceled calls. Fig.15a In the example of the embodiment of the present invention, the recently canceled call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of the present invention, and the recently canceled call menu can be used to display information about the canceled call (e.g., the name of the caller, the number of the caller, and / or the time of the cancellation). Fig.15a In a case where a recently canceled call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503), if the recently canceled call menu is selected, an execution screen of a call application including information about the displayed canceled call may be displayed, or a call initiation function may be executed at a contact of a caller of the displayed canceled call.

[0207] According to various embodiments, the fifth object 1705e and the sixth object 1705f may correspond to a favorite contact menu associated with a call application, the favorite contact menu providing information and / or functionality about favorites. Fig.15aIf the favorite contact menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of FIG. 1504 , the favorite contact menu may display, for example, information about the registered favorite contacts (for example, the contact name and / or the contact number). According to various embodiments, in the extended shortcut icon (for example, Fig.15a In the case where the favorite contact menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of FIG. 1504 , if the favorite contact menu is selected, an execution screen of a call application including information about the registered favorite contact as displayed may be displayed, or a call initiation function at the registered favorite contact may be executed. According to various embodiments, the favorite contact menu may be displayed in the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a The extended shortcut icon 1503) includes and displays a favorite contact menu corresponding to multiple (for example, two) contacts registered as favorites.

[0208] According to various embodiments, the seventh object 1705g may correspond to a call arrangement menu associated with a call application, the call arrangement menu providing information and / or functions about registered call arrangements. According to various embodiments, if the shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a If the call arrangement menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of FIG. 1504 , the call arrangement menu may display, for example, information about the registered call arrangement (e.g., contact name, contact number, and / or scheduled call date). According to various embodiments, in the extended shortcut icon (e.g., Fig.15a In a case where a call arrangement menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503), if the call arrangement menu is selected, an execution screen of a call application including information about the displayed call arrangement may be displayed, or a call initiation function at a contact corresponding to the displayed call arrangement may be executed.

[0209] According to various embodiments, the eighth object 1705h may correspond to a recently received call menu related to a call application, the recently received call menu providing information and / or functions about recently received calls. Fig.15a In the example of the embodiment, the recently received call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503 of the embodiment, and the recently received call menu can display information about the received call (e.g., the name of the caller, the contact information of the caller and / or the reception time). Fig.15a In a case where a recently received call menu is included and displayed in the extended shortcut icon 1503), if the recently received call menu is selected, an execution screen of a call application including information about the displayed received call can be displayed, or a call initiation function at a contact corresponding to the displayed received call can be executed.

[0210] Reference Fig.17bAccording to various embodiments, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101) can set whether to display a menu and / or priority corresponding to at least one bar icon (e.g., 1711a to 1711g) based on the display position of at least one bar icon (e.g., 1711a to 1711g).

[0211] According to various embodiments, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may recognize a user input from the user 1713 to change the display position of the bar icon (e.g., the seventh bar icon 1711g) corresponding to any one object (e.g., the seventh object 1705g). For example, if the user 1713 touches (e.g., long touches) and drags the seventh bar icon 1711g in one direction (e.g., the upper direction or the lower direction), the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may recognize that the display position of the bar icon 1711g moves in one direction (eg, upward or downward). When the display position of the seventh bar icon 1711g is moved to be higher than the fourth bar icon 1711d, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101) may set the priority of the call arrangement menu corresponding to the seventh bar icon 1711g to be higher than the priority of the recently canceled call menu corresponding to the fourth bar icon 1711d.

[0212] According to various embodiments, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may recognize a user input from the user 1713 to change the display position of the bar icon corresponding to any one object. For example, the user 1713 may touch (e.g., long touch) and drag the seventh bar icon 1711g included in the active area 1707 in one direction (e.g., downward direction), thereby moving the display position of the seventh bar icon 1711g to the inactive area 1709. The electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may recognize that the display position of the seventh bar icon 1711g is included in the inactive area 1709. Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may deactivate the display function of the menu (e.g., call arrangement menu) corresponding to the seventh bar icon 1711g included in the inactive area 1709. For example, if the user 1713 moves the display position of any one of the bar icons (e.g., the eighth bar icon 1711h) included in the inactive area 1709 to the active area 1707, the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101) may enable a display function of a menu corresponding to the bar icon included in the active area 1707.

[0213] According to various embodiments, when the display position of at least one bar icon (e.g., 1711a to 1711h) is changed, the display position of each corresponding object (e.g., 1705a to 1705h) may also be changed. According to various embodiments, according to user input on at least one object (e.g., 1705a to 1705h) (e.g., touch (e.g., long touch) and drag in one direction (e.g., up or down) on any one of the at least one object), whether to display a menu and / or priority corresponding to at least one object (e.g., 1705a to 1705h) may be set.

[0214] Fig.18 An extended quick icon based on a priority set for an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0215] According to various embodiments, Fig.18 The extended shortcut icon 1503 shown in parts (a) to (c) of the embodiment may include a first area 1503a and a second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a. According to various embodiments, the second area 1503b may be in a state where it has been set to display a menu based on the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503. For example, the second area 1503b may be in a state where it is not divided into a plurality of sub-areas (e.g., a state where only one sub-area is included) based on the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503. For example, a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a The flexible display 112) may be in a state where the second portion is exposed to the outside (eg, a first open state).

[0216] Reference Fig.18 If the call schedule menu (e.g. Fig.17a If a call arrangement menu of a registered call arrangement is set to have the highest priority, a call arrangement menu providing information and / or functions about the registered call arrangement may be displayed in the second area 1503b. For example, information about the registered call arrangement (e.g., "Renee, call at 5 pm") may be displayed through the call arrangement menu included in the second area 1503b. For example, an execution screen of a call application including information about the registered call arrangement is displayed through the call arrangement menu included in the second area 1503b, or a function of executing a call initiation function at a contact corresponding to the displayed call arrangement may be provided.

[0217] Reference Fig.18 If the recent missed calls menu (e.g. Fig.17aIf a recent missed call menu (a recent missed call menu) is set to have the highest priority, a recent missed call menu providing information and / or functions about recent missed calls may be displayed in the second area 1503b. For example, information about missed calls (e.g., "Brie, 1 missed call") may be displayed through the recent missed call menu included in the second area 1503b. For example, an execution screen of a call application including information about the displayed missed call may be displayed through the recent missed call menu included in the second area 1503b, or a function of executing a call initiation function at a contact of a caller of the displayed missed call may be provided.

[0218] Reference Fig.18 , if the favorite contacts menu (e.g. Fig.17a If the favorite contact (1) menu) is set to have the highest priority, a favorite contact menu providing information and / or functions about the favorite may be displayed in the second area 1503b. For example, information about the contact registered as the favorite (e.g., "Dad, ★Favorites") may be displayed through the favorite contact menu included in the second area 1503b. For example, an execution screen of a call application including information about the contact registered as the favorite as displayed is displayed through the favorite contact menu included in the second area 1503b, or a function of executing a call initiation function at the contact registered as the favorite as displayed may be provided.

[0219] Fig.19a An extended quick icon based on a priority set for an application (eg, a messenger application) according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated. Fig.19b An extended quick icon based on a priority set for an application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0220] Fig.19a According to various embodiments, a first menu (eg, Fig.17a A situation in which a notification menu providing information and / or functions about a chat room registered as a favorite is set (e.g., enabled) to have a relatively high priority (e.g., first priority), and a second menu providing information and / or functions about a chat room registered as a favorite is set (e.g., enabled) to have a relatively low priority (e.g., second priority).

[0221] Reference Fig.19aAccording to various embodiments, when there is no menu for an event occurring with respect to the messenger application (for example, when no new message is received), a second menu regarding the chat room "Design" registered as a favorite chat room may be first displayed in the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, through the second menu regarding the chat room registered as the favorite, information regarding the chat room registered as the favorite (for example, the room name (or sender name) (for example, "Design") and / or the number of people in the chat room (for example, "9 people")) may be displayed. According to various embodiments, through the second menu regarding the chat room registered as the favorite, some contents of the message last received regarding the chat room registered as the favorite may be displayed. According to various embodiments, if the user selects (for example, touches) the second menu regarding the "Design" chat room included in the second area 1503b, an execution screen of the messenger application including the "Design" chat room may be displayed.

[0222] Reference Fig.19a According to various embodiments, if an event occurs for the messenger application (e.g., if a new message is received), the number of menus to be displayed (e.g., two) according to user settings (e.g., priorities) may exceed the number of displayable menus (e.g., the number of sub-areas) (e.g., one). According to various embodiments, because the first menu (e.g., Fig.17a The notification menu of the first menu 1502 is set (e.g., enabled) to have a higher priority (e.g., first priority) than the second menu, so the third menu about the chat room corresponding to the occurred event (e.g., the "Femke" chat room) may be included and displayed first in the second area 1503b before the second menu about the chat room registered as the favorite (e.g., the "Design" chat room). According to various embodiments, information about the chat room corresponding to the occurred event (e.g., the "Femke" chat room) (e.g., the room name (or the sender's name) (e.g., "Femke") and / or the time when the event occurred (e.g., "8:42 PM") may be displayed. According to various embodiments, as Fig.19a As shown in part (b) of the display, a third menu about a chat room corresponding to the occurred event (e.g., the "Femke" chat room) may be displayed on the second area 1503b, replacing the previously displayed second menu (e.g., the menu about the "Design" chat room). Although not shown, the third menu about the chat room corresponding to the occurred event (e.g., the third menu about the "Femke" chat room) may be displayed on the second area 1503b alternately (in other words, alternately) with the previously displayed second menu (e.g., the menu about the "Design" chat room) at predetermined intervals (e.g., 2 seconds). According to various embodiments, Fig.19aAn indicator 1901 indicating the number (e.g., one) of chat rooms corresponding to the occurred event is displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503 of part (b). According to various embodiments, the indicator 1901 may be selected by the user. For example, if the indicator 1901 is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen of a messenger application including a chat room corresponding to the occurred event (e.g., a "Femke" chat room) may be displayed.

[0223] Although not shown, a third menu about the "Femke" chat room corresponding to the occurred event may be displayed on the second area 1503b together with the second menu about the "Design" chat room. For example, if an event about the "Femke" chat room occurs (e.g., a new message about the "Femke" chat room is received) while the second menu is displayed on the second area 1503b, the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be increased (e.g., enlarged). Fig.19a The extended shortcut icon 1503 may be approximately 1.5 times (e.g., 3.3 / 2.3) larger than the extended shortcut icon 1503, and the third menu about the “Femke” chat room and the second menu about the “Design” chat room may be displayed in the second area of ​​the extended shortcut icon 1503 in an increased size.

[0224] Fig.19b 1 shows a case where a first menu allowing a menu in which an event occurs to be displayed first for a messenger application is set to have a relatively high priority (e.g., a first priority), and a second menu and a fourth menu displaying a chat room registered as a favorite are set to have a relatively low priority (e.g., a second priority) according to various embodiments. Fig.19a In comparison, Fig.19b In the embodiment, a plurality of (eg, two) sub-regions 1503b-1 and 1503b-2 may be included in the second region 1503b.

[0225] Reference Fig.19b According to various embodiments, for the messenger application, when there is no menu for an event (for example, when no new message is received), a second menu and a fourth menu about multiple (for example, two) chat rooms registered as favorites (for example, a "Design" chat room and a "Samsung" chat room) may be displayed in the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, the room name (or sender's name) (for example, "Design"), the number of people in the chat room (for example, "9 people"), and information about recent events (for example, "Happened...") may be displayed through the second menu and the fourth menu. According to various embodiments, if the user selects (for example, touches) the second menu or the fourth menu displayed in the second area 1503b, an execution screen of the messenger application including the chat room corresponding to the selected menu (for example, the "Design" chat room or the "Samsung" chat room) may be displayed.

[0226] Reference Fig.19b According to various embodiments, in the state where the second menu and the fourth menu are displayed in the second area 1503b, if a first event occurs on the messenger application (for example, if a new message is received), a third menu about the "Femke" chat room corresponding to the first event that occurred may be displayed in the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, because the first menu (for example, Fig.17a The notification menu of the event) is set (e.g., enabled) to have a higher priority (e.g., first priority) than the second menu and the fourth menu, so the third menu about the chat room corresponding to the first event that occurred (e.g., the "Femke" chat room) may be first included and displayed in the second area 1503b, before the previously displayed second menu and fourth menu about the chat room registered as the favorite (e.g., the "Design" chat room or the "Samsung" chat room). For example, Fig.19b As shown in part (b) of , a third menu regarding the chat room corresponding to the first event that occurred (e.g., the “Femke” chat room) may be displayed on the second area 1503b, replacing any one of the second menu and the fourth menu (e.g., the fourth menu regarding the “Samsung” chat room) regarding the chat rooms registered as favorites (e.g., the “Design” chat room or the “Samsung” chat room) that were previously displayed. According to various embodiments, information regarding the first event that occurred (e.g., the room name (or sender’s name) (e.g., “Femke”) and / or the time of occurrence of the first event (e.g., “8:42 PM”)) may be displayed through the third menu regarding the chat room corresponding to the first event that occurred (e.g., the “Femke” chat room). According to various embodiments, Fig.19b An indicator 1903 indicating the number (e.g., one) of chat rooms corresponding to an event (e.g., a first event) is displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503 of part (b). According to various embodiments, the indicator 1903 may be selected by the user. For example, if the indicator 1903 is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen of a messenger application including a chat room (e.g., a "Femke" chat room) corresponding to the first event that occurred may be displayed.

[0227] Reference Fig.19b According to various embodiments, if a second event further occurs on the messenger application (for example, if a new message on another chat room is received), a fifth menu about the "Nico" chat room corresponding to the second event that occurred may be displayed in the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, because the first menu (for example, Fig.17aThe notification menu of the event (e.g., enabled) is set to have a higher priority (e.g., first priority) than the second menu and the fourth menu, so the fifth menu about the chat room corresponding to the second event that occurred (e.g., the "Nicole" chat room) may be first included and displayed in the second area 1503b and prior to the previously displayed second menu about the chat room registered as the favorite (e.g., the "Design" chat room). Fig.19b As shown in part (c), a fifth menu about the chat room corresponding to the second event that occurred (e.g., the "Nicole" chat room) may be displayed on the second area 1503b, replacing the previously displayed second menu about the "Samsung" chat room registered as a favorite. According to various embodiments, through the fifth menu about the chat room corresponding to the second event that occurred (e.g., the "Nicole" chat room), information about the second event that occurred (e.g., the room name (or the sender's name) (e.g., "Nicole") and / or the occurrence time of the second event (e.g., "8:57 PM")) may be displayed.

[0228] According to various embodiments, menus corresponding to the events (e.g., the first event and the second event) may be arranged according to the time of occurrence of the events. For example, a third menu corresponding to the first event that occurred relatively earlier may be displayed on the left, and a fifth menu corresponding to the second event that occurred relatively later may be displayed on the right. Fig.19b An indicator 1905 indicating the number (e.g., two) of chat rooms corresponding to the events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred is displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503 of part (c). According to various embodiments, the indicator 1905 may be selected by the user. For example, if the indicator 1905 is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen of a messenger application including at least one of the chat rooms corresponding to the events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred may be displayed.

[0229] According to various embodiments, the text of a menu corresponding to an occurred event (e.g., "Femke," "8:42 PM," "Nicole," and / or "8:57") may be displayed in a different color and / or font than the text of other menus to indicate that the menu corresponding to the occurred event has been displayed based on the occurrence of the event.

[0230] Although not shown, if a third event further occurs after the first event and the second event occur (for example, if a new message for another chat room is received), a sixth menu about the chat room corresponding to the third event may be displayed to replace any of the previously displayed menus (for example, the third menu and the fifth menu). In this case, an indicator (not shown) indicating the number of chat rooms where the event occurred (for example, three) may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. Although not shown, the menus about the chat rooms where the event occurred (for example, the third, fifth, and sixth menus) may be displayed in turn (in other words, alternately) on the second area 1503b every predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds).

[0231] Fig. 20 2000 is a flowchart illustrating a method of displaying, by an electronic device, extended quick icons when multiple events occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0232] Reference Fig. 20 According to various embodiments, in operation 2010, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may identify the occurrence of a first event related to the first menu. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may recognize that a first event corresponding to a first menu has occurred, where the first menu is a menu set (eg, selected) by a user in a menu supported by an application (eg, included in Fig.17a any of the menus in the active area 1707).

[0233] According to various embodiments, in operation 2020, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may display the first menu to be included in the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify a menu (eg, including Fig.17a According to various embodiments, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify a menu that allows a menu in which an event occurs to be displayed first (eg, Fig.17a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display the first menu corresponding to the first event that is occurring as a menu included in the extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a The extended shortcut icon 1503).

[0234] According to various embodiments, in operation 2030, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 can display information about the first event through the first menu. For example, when the first menu is Fig.17a When the recent missed call menu is displayed, the information about the first event may include the caller's name, contact person and / or call time.

[0235] According to various embodiments, in operation 2040, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 can identify whether a second event related to the first menu occurs. For example, when the first menu is Fig.17a When the recent missed call menu is displayed, the second event may be a missed call from a caller different from the caller of the missed call of the first event.

[0236] According to various embodiments, when the second event does not occur, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may maintain the operation of displaying information about the first event through the first menu. According to various embodiments, in operation 2050, when the second event occurs, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of FIG. 101 may display information about the first event and information about the second event together. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of FIG. 101 may display information about the second event to replace information about the first event. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may alternately display information about the first event and information about the second event through the first menu every predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds).

[0237] Fig.21a A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0238] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may include a first area 1503a and a second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a. According to various embodiments, at least one menu (for example, Fig.17a Recent missed calls menu).

[0239] Reference Fig.21a Part (a) of Fig.17a When a first event (e.g., a missed call from “Brie”) related to the most recent missed call menu 1705c) is displayed, information about the first event (e.g., “Brie, 1 missed call”) can be displayed through the first menu included in the second area 1503b.

[0240] Reference Fig.21a Part (b), when combined with the first menu (e.g. Fig.17a After the first event (e.g., a missed call from "Brie") related to the recent missed call menu 1705c) occurs, the first menu (e.g., Fig.17a When a second event (e.g., a missed call from “David”) related to the recent missed call menu is displayed, a first menu providing information about the second event (e.g., “David, 1 missed call”) may be displayed through the first menu included in the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, the information about the second event may be displayed to replace the previously displayed information about the first event. According to various embodiments, the information about the second event may be displayed alternately (eg, alternately) with the previously displayed first event related information every predetermined time (eg, n seconds).

[0241] Reference Fig.21a Part (c) of Fig.17a After the first event (e.g., a missed call from "Brie") related to the recent missed call menu 1705c) occurs, the first menu (e.g., Fig.17a When a second event (e.g., a missed call from “David”) related to the recent missed call menu is displayed, information about the second event may be displayed together with information about the first event through the first menu included in the second area 1503b. For example, information indicating that there is one more missed call from another person and one missed call from “Brie” may be displayed (e.g., “2 missed calls”). Fig.21a As shown in part (c) of , it can be displayed by text "..." that there are more missed calls from another person. Although not shown, text indicating the name of the other person (e.g., "David") can be further displayed.

[0242] Reference Fig.21aIn the example of part (b) and part (c), an indicator 2101 indicating the number of events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, the indicator 2101 may be selected by the user. For example, if the indicator 2101 is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen of a call application corresponding to the event that occurred (e.g., an execution screen including a list of missed calls) may be displayed.

[0243] Figure 21b A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0244] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may include a first area 1503a and a second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a. According to various embodiments, at least one menu (for example, Fig.17a Recent missed calls menu).

[0245] Reference Figure 21b Part (a) of Fig.17a When a first event (e.g., a missed call from “Brie”) related to a recent missed call menu (e.g., a missed call from “Brie”) is displayed, information about the first event (e.g., information indicating that there is a missed call from “Brie” (e.g., “Brie, 1 missed call”)) may be displayed through the first menu included in the second area 1503b. Fig.17a After the first event (e.g., a missed call from "Brie") related to the first menu (e.g., the most recent missed call menu) occurs, Fig.17a When the user 1713 selects a second event (e.g., a missed call from “David”) related to the recent missed call menu of the user 1713, an indicator 2101 indicating the number of events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, the indicator 2101 may be selected by the user 1713. For example, Figure 21b As shown in part (b) of , if indicator 2101 is selected (e.g., touched (①)), information about the second event (e.g., "David, 1 missed call") may be displayed to replace the previously displayed information about the first event (e.g., "Bree, 1 missed call"). According to various embodiments, the information about the second event may be displayed alternately (e.g., alternately) with the previously displayed information related to the first event at predetermined intervals (e.g., n seconds).

[0246] Fig.21c A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0247] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may include a first area 1503a and a second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a. According to various embodiments, at least one menu (for example, Fig.17a Recent missed calls menu).

[0248] Reference Fig.21c Part (a) of the present invention is as follows: when the information about the first event (e.g., "Brie, 1 missed call") is displayed on the second area 1503b, the first menu (e.g., Fig.17a When a second event (e.g., a missed call from “David”) related to the recent missed call menu is displayed, an indicator 2101 indicating the number of events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, as Fig.21c As shown in part (b) of , if user 1713 selects (e.g., touches ① and slides ② in one direction (e.g., downward direction)) indicator 2101 or second area 1503b (e.g., first menu), information about the second event (e.g., "David, 1 missed call") may be displayed to replace the previously displayed information about the first event (e.g., "Bree, 1 missed call"). According to various embodiments, the information about the second event may be displayed alternately (e.g., alternately) with the previously displayed first event-related information at predetermined time intervals (e.g., n seconds).

[0249] Fig.21d A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated. Fig.21e A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon when multiple events related to the same menu occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0250] Reference Fig.21d and Fig.21e According to various embodiments, the status (eg, information about the first event (eg, information indicating a missed call from “Brie” (eg, “Brie, 1 missed call”)) may be displayed on the second area 1503b. Figure 21b part (a) or Fig.21cPart (a)) occurs with the first menu (e.g. Fig.17a The second event related to the recent missed calls menu (e.g., a missed call from "David").

[0251] According to various embodiments, when information about the first event (eg, “Brie, 1 missed call”) is displayed on the second area 1503b (eg, Figure 21b part (a) or Fig.21c Part (a)) occurs with the first menu (e.g. Fig.17a When the second event (e.g., a missed call from “David”) related to the recent missed call menu 1705c is displayed, the size of the second area 1503b may be increased so that information about the second event (e.g., “David, 1 missed call”) may be displayed on the second area 1503b having the increased size. According to various embodiments, as Figure 21b part (a) or Fig.21c As shown in part (a) of the embodiment, an indicator 2101 indicating the number of events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that have occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, upon recognizing an input from the user selecting the second region 1503b (e.g., the first menu) or the indicator 2101 (e.g., Figure 21b Part (a) ① or Fig.21c When ① and ②) of part (a), the electronic device (for example, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may increase the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 (eg, the size of the second area 1503b) and display it. Fig.21d , the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 (eg, the size of the second area 1503b) may be increased in the horizontal direction (eg, the right direction). Fig.21e , the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 (e.g., the size of the second area 1503b) may be increased in the vertical direction (e.g., the downward direction). According to various embodiments, information about the second event (e.g., "David, 1 missed call") may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503 with the increased size (e.g., the second area 1503b). According to various embodiments, the second area 1503b may be divided into a plurality of sub-areas 1503b-1 and 1503b-2, and the first event related information (e.g., "Bree, 1 missed call") and the second event related information (e.g., "David, 1 missed call") may be displayed on the plurality of sub-areas 1503b-1 and 1503b-2, respectively.

[0252] Fig. 22 2200 is a flowchart illustrating a method for displaying a plurality of menus on an extended shortcut icon by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0253] Reference Fig. 22 According to various embodiments, in operation 2210, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of FIG. 101 may identify a plurality of (M) menus based on priority. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may be configured to display a menu supported by the application (eg, Fig.17a 1705a to 1705h) of FIG. 1705b, M menus enabled by the user are identified. For example, referring to Fig.17a , electronic devices (e.g. Figure 1a The electronic device 101) may identify M menus included in the active area 1707. Alternatively, when M events related to a plurality of enabled menus occur, M menus corresponding to the occurred events may be identified among the plurality of enabled menus.

[0254] According to various embodiments, in operation 2230, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may identify whether the number (M) of the plurality of menus exceeds the specified number N. According to various embodiments, the specified number N may represent the number of menus that are displayed when the shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the number of menus that can be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503 (for example, the number of sub-areas) may be N. Fig.15a The specified number N is determined by the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503).

[0255] According to various embodiments, when it is recognized that the number M of the plurality of menus exceeds the specified number N, at operation 2250, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may be in a second area (eg, Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101) can select N menus from M menus based on priorities and display the N menus.

[0256] According to various embodiments, upon recognizing that the number M of the plurality of menus does not exceed the specified number N, at operation 2270, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may be in a second area (eg, Fig.15a M menus are displayed in the second area 1503b).

[0257] Fig.23a A method of displaying an extended quick icon when a plurality of events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0258] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be, for example, an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a.

[0259] Reference Fig.23a Part (a) of Fig.17a When the first event (e.g., a missed call from "Brie") related to the recent missed call menu is displayed, the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify a menu (eg, associated with a menu item included in the menu item) set (eg, enabled) by a user. Fig.17a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may identify that a first event related to the enabled first menu occurs. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may recognize that the number (eg, one) of enabled menus (eg, the first menu) where the event occurs does not exceed a specified number (eg, one). Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may display a specified number (eg, one) of menus on the second area 1503b. Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display a first menu providing information about the first event (eg, “Brie, 1 missed call”) on the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, when the first menu (eg, Fig.17a After a first event (e.g., a missed call from "Brie") related to a recent missed call menu) occurs, a second menu (e.g., Fig.17a According to various embodiments, when an electronic device (e.g., a call schedule menu of a call schedule menu of a mobile phone) selects a second event related to the mobile phone (e.g., a call schedule to call "Reni" at 5 pm), an indicator 2301 indicating the number (e.g., two) of the events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify a menu (eg, associated with a menu item) set (eg, enabled) by a user. Fig.17aAccording to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may recognize that the first event and the second event related to the enabled first menu and the second menu have occurred. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may recognize that the number (eg, two) of enabled menus (eg, the first menu and the second menu) where the event occurs exceeds a specified number (eg, one).

[0260] Reference Fig.23a According to various embodiments, an electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may display a specified number (eg, one) of menus on the second area 1503b. Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display a second menu providing information about the second event, replacing the previously displayed first menu providing information about the first event. For example, a second menu providing information about a second event may be displayed alternately (eg, alternately) with a previously displayed first menu providing information about a first event every predetermined time (eg, n seconds).

[0261] Figure 23b A method of displaying an extended quick icon when a plurality of events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0262] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a.

[0263] Reference Figure 23b Part (a), according to various embodiments, when combined with the first menu (e.g., Fig.17a After a first event (e.g., a missed call from "Brie") related to a recent missed call menu) occurs, a second menu (e.g., Fig.17a When the user 1713 selects a second event related to the second event (e.g., a call schedule to call “Renee” at 5 p.m.), an indicator 2301 indicating the number of events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, the indicator 2301 may be selected by the user 1713. For example, Figure 23bAs shown in part (b) of , if the indicator 2301 is selected (e.g., touched ①), a specified number (e.g., one) of menus (e.g., a second menu) may be displayed on the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, a second menu providing information about a second event (e.g., "Renee, call at 5pm") may be displayed to replace a previously displayed first menu providing information about a first event (e.g., "Bree, 1 missed call"). According to various embodiments, the second menu providing information about the second event may be displayed alternately (e.g., alternately) with a previously displayed first menu providing information about the first event at predetermined intervals (e.g., n seconds).

[0264] Fig.23c A method of displaying an extended quick icon when a plurality of events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0265] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a.

[0266] Reference Fig.23c In part (a), when a first menu providing information about a first event (e.g., “Brie, 1 missed call”) is displayed on the second area 1503b, a different second menu (e.g., Fig.17a When selecting a second event related to the second event (e.g., a call schedule for calling "Renee" at 5 p.m.), an indicator 2301 indicating the number of events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, the second area 1503b (e.g., the first menu) or the indicator 2301 may be selected by the user 1713. For example, Fig.23c As shown in part (b) of , if the indicator 2301 or the second area 1503b (e.g., the first menu) is selected (e.g., touching ① and sliding ② in one direction (e.g., the downward direction)), a specified number (e.g., one) of menus (e.g., the second menu) may be displayed on the second area 1503b. According to various embodiments, a second menu providing information about the second event (e.g., "Renee, call at 5pm") may be displayed to replace the previously displayed first menu providing information about the first event (e.g., "Bree, 1 missed call"). According to various embodiments, the second menu providing information about the second event may be displayed alternately (e.g., alternately) with the previously displayed first menu providing information about the first event at predetermined intervals (e.g., n seconds).

[0267] Fig.23dA method of displaying an extended quick icon when a plurality of events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated. Fig.23e A method of displaying an extended quick icon when a plurality of events related to different menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0268] Reference Fig.23d and Fig.23e According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be an extended shortcut icon of a call application. According to various embodiments, an icon image of, for example, a call application may be displayed in the first area 1503a.

[0269] According to various embodiments, a first menu (eg, "Bree, 1 missed call") providing information about the first event (eg, "Bree, 1 missed call") may be displayed on the second area 1503b. Fig.17a Recent missed calls menu) (for example, Figure 23b part (a) or Fig.23c ) occurs with a different second menu (e.g. Fig.17a A second event related to the call scheduling menu (e.g., a call scheduling to call "Renee" at 5:00 p.m.) may be displayed.

[0270] According to various embodiments, when a first menu (eg, "Brie, 1 missed call") providing information about a first event (eg, "Brie, 1 missed call") is displayed on the second area 1503b, Fig.17a Recent missed calls menu) (for example, Figure 21b part (a) or Fig.21c ) occurs with the second menu (e.g. Fig.17a When a second event (e.g., a call schedule to call “Renee” at 5 p.m.) related to the second event (e.g., a call schedule to call “Renee”) is displayed, the size of the second area 1503 b may be increased, and a second menu (e.g., “Renee, call at 5 p.m.”) providing information about the second event (e.g., “Renee, call at 5 p.m.”) may be displayed on the second area 1503 b having the increased size. Fig.17a According to various embodiments, Figure 23b part (a) or Fig.23c As shown in part (a) of the embodiment, an indicator 2301 indicating the number of events (e.g., the first event and the second event) that have occurred may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, upon recognizing an input from the user selecting the second region 1503b (e.g., the first menu) or the indicator 2301 (e.g., Figure 23b Part (a) ① or Fig.23c When ① and ②) of part (a), the electronic device (for example, Figure 1aThe electronic device 101 of FIG. 101 may increase the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 (eg, the size of the second area 1503b). Fig.23d , the size of the second area 1503b can be increased in the horizontal direction (eg, right direction). Fig.23e , the size of the second area 1503b may be increased in the vertical direction (e.g., downward direction). According to various embodiments, a second menu providing information about the second event (e.g., "Renee, call at 5 pm") may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503 (e.g., second area 1503b) having the increased size. According to various embodiments, the second area 1503b may be divided into a plurality of sub-areas 1503b-1 and 1503b-2, and the first menu and the second menu may be displayed on the plurality of sub-areas 1503b-1 and 1503b-2, respectively.

[0271] Fig.24a A method of displaying an extended quick icon when a plurality of events related to the same type of menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0272] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be, for example, an extended shortcut icon of a messenger application. According to various embodiments, for a messenger application, a menu that allows an event to occur is displayed first (for example, Fig.17a The notification menu of the notification menu) can be set (e.g., enabled) to have a relatively high priority (e.g., first priority).

[0273] According to various embodiments, in the extended shortcut icon 1503 , the number of displayable menus (eg, the number of sub-regions) may be, for example, two.

[0274] Reference Fig.24a, when an event (e.g., a new message is received) about the "Femke" chat room occurs and an event (e.g., a new message is received) about the "Nicole" chat room occurs, a first menu about the "Femke" chat room may be displayed in the first sub-area 1503b-1, and a second menu about the "Nicole" chat room may be displayed in the second sub-area 1503b-2. According to various embodiments, based on the occurrence time of the event (e.g., "8:42" and "8:57"), the second menu about the "Nicole" chat room may be displayed on the right side compared to the first menu about the "Femke" chat room. Thereafter, an event (e.g., a new message is received) about the "Lianne" chat room may occur. According to various embodiments, an indicator 2401 indicating the number of events that occurred (e.g., three) may be displayed on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, because events (e.g., receiving new messages) have occurred regarding the “Femke” chat room, the “Nicole” chat room, and the “Leanne” chat room, the first menu regarding the “Femke” chat room, the second menu regarding the “Nicole” chat room, and the third menu regarding the “Leanne” chat room may have the same priority.

[0275] According to various embodiments, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may recognize that the number of menus corresponding to the occurred event (for example, three) exceeds the number of menus that can be displayed (for example, two). Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may recognize that the menus corresponding to the events that occurred have the same priority, and display the first menu, the second menu, and the third menu corresponding to the events that occurred on the second area 1503b in turn (in other words, alternately) every predetermined time (e.g., n seconds). For example, when displaying the first menu about the "Femke" chat room and the second menu about the "Nicole" chat room (e.g., Fig.23a n seconds after part (a) of Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display a second menu about the "Nicole" chat room and a third menu about the "Leanne" chat room (eg, Fig.23a , and after n seconds, the third menu about the "Leanne" chat room and the first menu about the "Femke" chat room are displayed (e.g., Fig.23a ), and after n seconds, the first menu about the "Femke" chat room and the second menu about the "Nicole" chat room are displayed (for example, Fig.23a According to various embodiments, the operation of alternately displaying the first menu, the second menu, and the third menu as described above may be performed in response to a selection (eg, a touch) on the indicator 2401.

[0276] Figure 24b A method of displaying an extended quick icon when a plurality of events related to different types of menus occur according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0277] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be, for example, an extended shortcut icon of a call application.

[0278] According to various embodiments, in the extended shortcut icon 1503, the number of displayable menus (eg, the number of sub-areas) may be, for example, two. According to various embodiments, regarding the call application, for example, Fig.17a The call scheduling menu, the recent missed call menu, and the recently canceled call menu of the call application may be active. According to various embodiments, for example, the call application may be respectively Fig.17a An event occurs for the Call Scheduled Menu, Recent Missed Calls Menu, and Recent Canceled Calls Menu of the enabled menu.

[0279] Reference Figure 24b Part (a), electronic devices (e.g. Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may display an indicator 2403 on the extended shortcut icon 1503. According to various embodiments, the indicator 2403 may indicate the number of enabled menus (e.g., three) about the call application or the number of menus (e.g., three) about the occurrence of an event about the call application.

[0280] According to various embodiments, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may recognize that the number (e.g., three) of menus to be displayed (e.g., a call scheduling menu, a recent missed call menu, and a recent cancelled call menu) exceeds a specified number (e.g., two). Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display the menus to be displayed (e.g., the call scheduling menu, the recent missed call menu, and the recent cancelled call menu) in turn (in other words, alternately) on the second area 1503b at predetermined intervals (e.g., N seconds). Figure 23b n seconds after receiving a call scheduling menu (e.g., "Renee, call at 5:00 PM") and a recent missed call menu (e.g., "Bree, 1 missed call"), the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display a recent missed call menu (eg, “Bree, 1 missed call”) and a recent canceled call menu (eg, “Mom, 1 canceled call”) (eg, Figure 23b), and after n seconds, display the recently canceled call menu (e.g., "Mom, 1 canceled call") and the call scheduling menu (e.g., "Renee, call at 5pm") (e.g., Figure 23b ), and after n seconds, display a call scheduling menu (e.g., "Renee, call at 5pm") and a recent missed call menu (e.g., "Bree, 1 missed call") (e.g., Figure 23b According to various embodiments, the operation of alternately displaying a call scheduling menu (e.g., “Renee, call at 5pm”), a recent missed call menu (e.g., “Bree, 1 missed call”), and a recent canceled call menu (e.g., “Mom, 1 canceled call”) as described above may be performed in response to a selection (e.g., touch) on the indicator 2403.

[0281] According to various embodiments, referring to Fig.21a If an event further occurs on the same menu, information about the event can be displayed alternately through the same menu in the same sub-area.

[0282] Fig.25a A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon through a user gesture according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0283] According to various embodiments, it is possible to Figure 1a The main screen is displayed on the display area 1301a of the flexible display 112).

[0284] According to various embodiments, in the home screen, at least one widget 1303a and / or at least one shortcut icon 1307a and 1309a may be displayed on the display area 1301a. According to various embodiments, the at least one shortcut icon may include at least one shortcut icon 1307a displayed in the home screen area and a shortcut icon 1309a displayed in the taskbar area.

[0285] Reference Fig.25a Part (a) and part (b), electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may recognize a user input selecting a first shortcut icon 2503 among at least one shortcut icon 1307a and 1309a. For example, the user input may include a long touch 2501 on the first shortcut icon 2503 (e.g., “coffee”) and a slide 2505 in one direction (e.g., right direction). According to various embodiments, upon recognizing the user input selecting the first shortcut icon 2503, the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1aThe electronic device 101 may display a visual effect to indicate that the size of the first quick icon 2503 is expandable. According to various embodiments, the visual effect may have a specified color or a specified shape around the first quick icon 2503. According to various embodiments, different visual effects may be displayed depending on whether the application corresponding to the first quick icon 2503 supports a function of displaying a menu to provide information and / or functions of the application.

[0286] Reference Fig.25a Part (c), electronic devices (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may display the first shortcut icon 2503 as the first extended shortcut icon 2507 based on the recognized user input. According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may increase the size of the first quick icon 2503 and display it corresponding to the moving distance of the slide 2505 in one direction (for example, the right direction), and if the increased size of the first quick icon 2503 exceeds a threshold size (for example, the second size), the first quick icon 2503 is displayed as a first extended quick icon 2507. According to various embodiments, when the moving distance of the slide 2505 in one direction (for example, the right direction) exceeds a specified distance, the electronic device (for example, the embodiment) may increase the size of the first quick icon 2503 and display it, and if the increased size of the first quick icon 2503 exceeds a threshold size (for example, the second size), the first quick icon 2503 is displayed as a first extended quick icon 2507. Figure 1a The electronic device 101 of the embodiment may display the first shortcut icon 2503 as a first extended shortcut icon 2507. According to various embodiments, the first extended shortcut icon 2507 may provide additional information and / or functions corresponding to the "coffee" application. For example, the first extended shortcut icon 2507 may provide a barcode image that can be used as a means of payment in a coffee shop.

[0287] According to various embodiments, even when at least one extended quick icon and the first quick icon 2503 are displayed together, the first quick icon 2503 may be changed to the first extended quick icon 2507 that is subsequently displayed according to the user input of selecting the first quick icon 2503 as described above.

[0288] Fig.25b A method for displaying an extended shortcut icon through a user gesture according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0289] Fig.25b Part (a) and part (b) show a shortcut icon 1501, and Fig.25b Parts (c) to (e) show the extended shortcut icon 1503 .

[0290] Reference Fig.25b In part (a), a first user input (eg, a long touch 2501) selecting the shortcut icon 1501 may be recognized.

[0291] Reference Fig.25bIn part (b), when a user input (e.g., a long touch 2501) selecting the quick icon 1501 is recognized, visual effects 2503a and 2503b of a specified color or a specified shape may be displayed around the quick icon 1501. A second user input (e.g., a leftward swipe 2505a or a rightward swipe 2505b) selecting the quick icon 1501 may be recognized.

[0292] Reference Fig.25b In part (c), the quick icon 1501 may be changed to the subsequently displayed extended quick icon 1503 based on the moving direction and / or moving distance of the second user input (e.g., the leftward slide 2505a or the rightward slide 2505b). For example, when the second user input is the leftward slide 2505a, the size of the extended quick icon 1503 may be increased to the left from the position where the quick icon 1501 was displayed in the past and displayed. For example, when the second user input is the rightward slide 2505b, the size of the extended quick icon 1503 may be increased to the right from the position where the quick icon 1501 was displayed in the past and displayed. For example, when the moving distance of the second user input (e.g., the leftward slide 2505a or the rightward slide 2505b) exceeds the specified distance (or when the size of the quick icon 1501 exceeds the threshold size (e.g., the second size) according to the second user input), the quick icon 1501 may be changed to the subsequently displayed extended quick icon 1503.

[0293] Reference Fig.25b According to parts (c) to (e), the extended quick icon 1503 may include a first area 1503a and a second area 1503b, the first area 1503a includes an image (e.g., an icon image) representing a corresponding application, and the second area 1503b includes at least one menu. According to various embodiments, the image included in the first area 1503a may correspond to the icon image included in the first area 1501a of the quick icon 1501. According to various embodiments, the second area 1503b may include at least one sub-area (1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3). According to various embodiments, the number of at least one sub-area 1503b-1, 1503b-2, and 1503b-3 may be determined based on the size of the extended quick icon 1503 changed according to the second user input (e.g., a leftward slide 2505a or a rightward slide 2505b). For example, when the extended shortcut icon 1503 exceeds the second size and is not larger than the third size according to the second user input (eg, leftward sliding 2505a or rightward sliding 2505b), the second area 1503b may include a sub-area ( Fig.25bFor example, when the extended shortcut icon 1503 exceeds the third size and is not greater than the fourth size according to the second user input (e.g., leftward sliding 2505a or rightward sliding 2505b), the second area 1503b may include two sub-areas ( Fig.25b For example, when the extended shortcut icon 1503 exceeds the third size and is not greater than the fourth size according to the second user input (e.g., leftward sliding 2505a or rightward sliding 2505b), the second area 1503b may include three sub-areas ( Fig.25b part (e)).

[0294] Fig.25c A method of displaying an extended quick icon of an application that does not support a function of displaying a menu for providing functions of the application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0295] According to various embodiments, Fig.25c The application corresponding to the shortcut icon 2509 of part (a) or part (b) may be an application that does not support the function of displaying a menu providing the functions of the application. For example, the application corresponding to the extended shortcut icon 2511 may be an application that does not support an open application program interface (API) and a software development kit (SDK) for displaying a menu providing the functions of the application.

[0296] According to various embodiments, similar to combining Fig.25a or Fig.25b Those described above may display visual effects 2503a and 2503b based on the first user input 2501 on the shortcut icon 2509 ( Fig.25c According to various embodiments, similar to the combination Fig.25a 25b, an extended shortcut icon 2511 may be displayed based on the first user input 2501 and / or the second user input 2505a or 2505b on the shortcut icon 2509 ( Fig.25c (c) to (e) of the present invention).

[0297] Reference Fig.25cIn part (c) to part (e), the extended quick icon 2511 may include a first area 2511a and a second area 2511b, the first area 2511a includes an image (e.g., an icon image) representing a corresponding application, and the second area 2511b includes at least one object. According to various embodiments, at least one object 2515 providing a function related to the extended quick icon may be displayed in the second area 2511b. For example, the at least one object 2515 may correspond to at least one object 2513 that can be displayed on the home screen in conjunction with the quick icon 2509. For example, the at least one object 2515 may include an object that provides a function of selecting the extended quick icon 2511 (e.g., "select item"), an object that provides a function of removing the extended quick icon 2511 from the home screen (e.g., "remove from home"), an object that provides a function of deactivating the selection of the extended quick icon 2511 (e.g., "disable"), and / or an object that provides a function of displaying detailed information about the application corresponding to the extended quick icon 2511 (e.g., "application information"). According to various embodiments, the number of objects 2515 displayed on the second area 2511b may be determined based on the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503, such as in combination with Fig.25a or Fig.25b For example, when the extended shortcut icon 2511 exceeds the second size and is not larger than the third size according to the second user input (e.g., leftward sliding 2505a or rightward sliding 2505b), two objects (e.g., "Select Item" and "Remove from Home") may be displayed on the second area 2511b ( Fig.25c For example, when the extended shortcut icon 2511 exceeds the third size and is not greater than the fourth size according to the second user input (e.g., leftward sliding 2505a or rightward sliding 2505b), three objects (e.g., "Select Item", "Remove from Home", and "Disable") may be displayed on the second area 2511b ( Fig.25c For example, when the extended shortcut icon 2511 exceeds the third size and is not greater than the fourth size according to the second user input (e.g., leftward sliding 2505a or rightward sliding 2505b), four objects (e.g., "Select Item", "Remove from Home", "Disable", and "App Information") may be displayed on the second area 2511b ( Fig.25c part (e)).

[0298] Fig.26a A method of displaying an extended shortcut icon of a shortcut icon providing an application to a function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0299] Reference Fig.26aAccording to various embodiments, the quick icon 2601 may be a quick icon that provides an application pair function. For example, if the quick icon 2601 is selected (e.g., touched), the execution screens of multiple applications set corresponding to the quick icon 2601 may be displayed together in a multi-window mode. According to various embodiments, for example, three applications (e.g., a first application, a second application, and a third application) may be configured corresponding to the quick icon 2601. Fig.26a In part (a), the quick icon 2601 may include a first image 2601a corresponding to the first application, a second image 2601b corresponding to the second application, and a third image 2601c corresponding to the third application. According to various embodiments, the first image 2601a, the second image 2601b, and the third image 2601c may correspond to the colors (e.g., background colors) of the icons of the corresponding applications.

[0300] According to various embodiments, Fig.26a As shown in part (b) or part (c) of , if the size of the quick icon 2601 exceeds the threshold size (e.g., the second size), the quick icon 2601 may be displayed as an extended quick icon 2603. According to various embodiments, similar to the quick icon 2601, the extended quick icon 2603 may provide a function of displaying the execution screens of multiple configured applications in a multi-window mode. According to various embodiments, similar to the quick icon 2601, the extended quick icon 2603 may include a first image 2603a, a second image 2603b, and a third image 2603c corresponding to the color (e.g., background color) of the icon of the corresponding application. According to various embodiments, the images (e.g., 2603a, 2603b, and 2603c) included in the extended quick icon 2603 may be selectable. For example, when any one of the images included in the extended quick icon 2603 is selected, the execution screen of the application corresponding to the selected image may be displayed. According to various embodiments, each image (eg, 2603a, 2603b, and 2603c) included in the extension shortcut icon 2603 may include an image (eg, a preview image) corresponding to an execution screen to be displayed upon selection.

[0301] Figure 26b A method of changing an application pair list on an extended quick icon of a quick icon providing an application pair function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0302] According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icons 2603 and 2603 - 1 may be extended shortcut icons corresponding to shortcut icons that provide an application pair function.

[0303] Reference Figure 26bIn part (a), the extended shortcut icon 2603 may be in a state where a first application ("A"), a second application ("B"), and a third application ("C") are configured. According to various embodiments, if a user input 2605 on the extended shortcut icon 2603 is recognized while the extended shortcut icon 2603 is displayed on the home screen, the list of applications configured corresponding to the extended shortcut icon 2603 may be changed. For example, if a swipe gesture 2605 in one direction (e.g., the left direction or the right direction) is recognized on the extended shortcut icon 2603, the application list may be changed to include applications corresponding to the moving direction (e.g., the left direction or the right direction) of the swipe gesture 2605. For example, referring to Figure 26b , when a right swipe gesture 2605 is recognized, the application list corresponding to the extended shortcut icon 2603 configuration may be changed to a third application ("C"), a fourth application ("D"), and a fifth application ("E"). According to various embodiments, the display order of applications that are added or excluded according to the above-mentioned swipe gesture may be preset by the user. According to various embodiments, an extended shortcut icon 2603-1 corresponding to the changed application list may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 2603-1 may provide an application pair function for the third application ("C"), the fourth application ("D"), and the fifth application ("E") included in the changed application list.

[0304] Fig.26c A method of changing an application pair list in a state where an application execution screen is displayed according to an application pair function according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is illustrated.

[0305] According to various embodiments, the extension shortcut icon 2603 may be a shortcut icon that provides an application pair function.

[0306] Reference Fig.26c , the extended quick icon 2603 may be in a state where a first application ("A"), a second application ("B"), and a third application ("C") are configured. According to various embodiments, for example, the extended quick icon 2603 may include a first image 2603a, a second image 2603b, and a third image 2603c corresponding to the color (e.g., background color) of the icon of the corresponding application. According to various embodiments, if the extended quick icon 2603 is selected (e.g., tapped), the first application ("A"), the second application ("B"), and the third application ("C") set corresponding thereto may be executed together.

[0307] Reference Fig.26cIn part (b), a first execution screen 2609a (“A”) of a first application, a second execution screen 2609b (“B”) of a second application, and a third execution screen 2609c (“C”) of a third application may be displayed together in a multi-window mode on a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the order in which the first execution screen 2609a, the second execution screen 2609b, and the third execution screen 2609c are displayed in the multi-window mode (e.g., arrangement in the vertical direction) may correspond to the order in which the first image 2603a, the second image 2603b, and the third image 2603c are displayed in the extended shortcut icon 2603 (e.g., arrangement in the horizontal direction). According to various embodiments, if a user input is recognized on any one execution screen (e.g., the first execution screen 2609a or the third execution screen 2609c) in a state in which the first execution screen 2609a, the second execution screen 2609b, and the third execution screen 2609c are displayed together, the list of applications configured corresponding to the extended shortcut icon 2603 may be changed. For example, when a long tap 2611 and an upward swipe gesture 2613a are recognized on the first execution screen 2609a, the list of applications configured corresponding to the extended shortcut icon 2603 may be changed to a fourth application ("Z"), a first application ("A"), and a second application ("B"). For example, if a long tap 2611 and a downward swipe gesture 2613b are recognized on the third execution screen 2609c, the list of applications configured corresponding to the extended shortcut icon 2603 may be changed to a second application ("B"), a third application ("C"), and a fifth application ("D"). According to various embodiments, the display order of applications in which applications are added or excluded according to the above-mentioned swipe gestures may be preset by the user. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon corresponding to the changed application list may be displayed (for example, Figure 26b According to various embodiments, if the extension shortcut icon (e.g., Figure 26b 2603-1), the applications included in the changed application list can be executed together.

[0308] Fig.27a 2700a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0309] Reference Fig.27a According to various embodiments, in operation 2710a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display at least one extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1aThe flexible display 112) may be in a state where the second portion or the third portion is exposed to the outside (eg, an open state).

[0310] According to various embodiments, in operation 2730a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 can detect the use of a flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The fourth portion of the flexible display 112 is exposed to the outside. For example, the state in which the fourth portion is exposed to the outside may represent a state in which a relatively wide portion including the second portion or the third portion is exposed to the outside. For example, the state in which the fourth portion is exposed to the outside may be Fig.12a 1201d, Figure 12b 1207d or Fig.12c 1209d.

[0311] According to various embodiments, in operation 2750a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display at least one widget (eg, Fig.13c Widget 1321).

[0312] Figure 27b A method for changing the display state according to the size of the portion exposed to the outside according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Fig.13b The overlapping parts of the description of part (a) or part (b) are omitted.

[0313] Reference Figure 27b Part (a) of FIG. 1 shows a flexible display (eg, Figure 1a In an exposed state (eg, a closed state) of a first portion of the flexible display 112 of the flexible display 112, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The flexible display 112 of FIG. 1 is a main screen displayed in the display area 1301a of FIG. 1301a. According to various embodiments, at least one widget 1303a and / or at least one shortcut icon 1305a may be displayed on the display area 1301a. According to various embodiments, the at least one shortcut icon 1305a may include at least one shortcut icon 1307a displayed in the main screen area and at least one shortcut icon 1309a displayed in the taskbar area.

[0314] Figure 27b Part (b) shows that on a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a In the exposed state (eg, the first open state) of the second portion of the flexible display 112) of the flexible display (eg, Figure 1aAccording to various embodiments, the state in which the second portion is exposed may be a state in which a portion wider than the first portion is exposed to the outside. According to various embodiments, at least one widget 1303b and / or at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b may be displayed on the display area 1301b. According to various embodiments, at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b may include at least one extended shortcut icon 1307b displayed in the main screen area and at least one extended shortcut icon 1309b displayed in the taskbar area. According to various embodiments, on a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a In the case where the exposed portion of the flexible display 112 is wider than the second portion (eg, when the third portion including the second portion is exposed), the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The size of at least one extended widget 1303b and / or at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b is gradually increased (2701) according to the increased size of the exposed portion of the flexible display 112. According to various embodiments, when the size of at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b is increased, the number of displayable menus of the at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b may increase.

[0315] Figure 27b Part (c) shows that on a flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a In the exposed state of the fourth portion of the flexible display 112) in the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the state in which the fourth portion is exposed may be a state in which a portion wider than the second portion or the third portion is exposed to the outside. According to various embodiments, when the flexible display (e.g., Figure 1a When the fourth portion of the flexible display 112 of the display area 2703 is exposed, at least one widget 2705 corresponding to at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the arrangement (e.g., layout) of displaying at least one widget 2705 may be the same as or different from the arrangement of at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b. According to various embodiments, depending on the size of the display area 2703 and / or whether the corresponding application supports the widget function, the at least one widget 2705 displayed may correspond to a portion of at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b.

[0316] Fig.28a 2800a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0317] Reference Fig.28a According to various embodiments, in operation 2810a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1aThe electronic device 101 may display at least one extended shortcut icon (eg, Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The flexible display 112) may be in a state where the second portion or the third portion is exposed to the outside (eg, an open state).

[0318] According to various embodiments, in operation 2830a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify a third user input on the first extended shortcut icon. For example, the third user input may be a pinch-pull zoom gesture on the first extended shortcut icon.

[0319] According to various embodiments, in operation 2850a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display the first widget based on the third user input. For example, as the moving distance of the pinch-to-zoom gesture on the first extended shortcut icon increases, the first widget may be displayed larger.

[0320] Fig.28b A method for displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Fig.13c or Fig.25b The overlapping parts of the description are omitted.

[0321] Reference Fig.28b In part (a), according to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be displayed on a flexible display (eg, Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The flexible display 112 of the display 112 may be in a state where the second portion or the third portion is exposed to the outside (e.g., an open state). According to various embodiments, a pinch-to-zoom gesture 2801 on the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be recognized. According to various embodiments, visual effects 2503a and 2503b indicating that the size of the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be increased may be displayed.

[0322] Reference Fig.28bIn part (b), if a pinch-to-zoom-in gesture 2801 is recognized on the extended shortcut icon 1503, the extended shortcut icon 1503 may be changed to a widget 1321. According to various embodiments, the widget 1321 may include an icon image 1321a, a menu 1321b, and / or a widget screen 1321c indicating a corresponding application. According to various embodiments, a text representing a widget screen 1321c instead of the menu 1321b may be displayed in an area where the menu 1321b is displayed. According to various embodiments, if a pinch-to-zoom-out gesture 2805 is recognized on an area of ​​the widget 1321 (e.g., the widget screen 1321c), the widget 1321 may be changed to the extended shortcut icon 1503.

[0323] Fig.29a A widget of a call application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0324] Reference Fig.29a According to various embodiments, the widget 2901 may be a widget corresponding to a call application.

[0325] According to various embodiments, the widget 2901 may include an image 2903 (eg, Fig.13c ), a menu 2905 including additional information (e.g., Fig.13c menu 1319b) and widget screen 2909 (e.g., Fig.13c Widget screen 1321c).

[0326] According to various embodiments, the image 2903 representing the application may include an image representing the call application. For example, with respect to the call application, an image 2903 representing an event (eg, a missed call) that has occurred may be displayed.

[0327] According to various embodiments, the menu 2905 including additional information may include information related to the event that occurred. For example, the menu 2905 including additional information may display the name 2907a (e.g., "Brie") of the caller of the missed call. According to various embodiments, the menu 2905 including additional information may include objects related to the functions of the widget and / or the corresponding application. For example, the area displaying the additional information of the menu 2905 (e.g., the area displaying "Brie") may display an execution screen corresponding to the event that occurred (e.g., an execution screen including a list of missed calls) when it is selected (e.g., touched). For example, the menu 2905 including additional information may display an object 2907b that provides the function of the widget (e.g., a function to hide the display of the widget) when it is selected (e.g., touched).

[0328] According to various embodiments, the widget screen 2909 may include information related to the event that occurred. For example, when a missed call occurs, an image 2911a of the caller of the missed call, the call time of the missed call (e.g., "12:53 p.m."), and / or the phone number of the caller of the missed call (e.g., "01071908041") may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the widget screen 2909 may include objects related to the functions of the widget and / or the corresponding application. For example, the widget screen 2909 may display an object 2911c that provides a function of calling the caller of the missed call when selected (e.g., touched).

[0329] Fig.29b A widget of a media playback application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0330] Reference Fig.29b According to various embodiments, the widget 2915 may be a widget corresponding to a media playback application.

[0331] According to various embodiments, the widget 2915 may include an image 2917 (e.g., Fig.13c ), a menu 2919 including additional information (e.g., Fig.13c menu 1319b) and widget screen 2921 (e.g., Fig.13c Widget screen 1321c).

[0332] According to various embodiments, the image 2917 representing the application may include an image representing the call application. For example, when media related to the call application is being played, the image 2917 representing that the media is being played may be displayed.

[0333] According to various embodiments, the menu 2919 including additional information may display information about the media being played (e.g., "AAA-LOVE, 02:14"). According to various embodiments, when the menu 2919 is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen corresponding to the media (e.g., a media playback execution screen) may be displayed.

[0334] According to various embodiments, the widget screen 2921 may include information related to the media being played. For example, the widget screen 2921 may display an image 2927a related to the media being played and / or time period information 2927b of the media being played. According to various embodiments, the widget screen 2921 may include objects related to the media application. For example, the widget screen 2921 may display an object 2923a for playing the previous media, an object 2923b for pausing the playing of the media being played, and / or an object 2923c for playing the next media. According to various embodiments, the widget screen 2921 may include objects related to the widget 2915 and / or the corresponding application. For example, the widget screen 2921 may display an object 2925a that provides a function of sharing the media being played when selected (e.g., touched). For example, the widget screen 2921 may display an object 2925b that provides a function of the widget (e.g., a function of hiding the display of the widget) when selected (e.g., touched).

[0335] Fig.30a 3000a is a flowchart illustrating an operation of displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0336] Reference Fig.30a According to various embodiments, in operation 3010a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display a plurality of extended shortcut icons (eg, Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The flexible display 112) may be in a state where the second portion or the third portion is exposed to the outside (eg, an open state).

[0337] According to various embodiments, in operation 3030a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify a plurality of extended shortcut icons (eg, Fig.15a For example, the fourth user input may be a fourth user input on at least a portion of an area of ​​an extended shortcut icon 1503. Fig.15a A pinch-to-zoom gesture is performed on a partial area of ​​an area of ​​the extended shortcut icon 1503).

[0338] According to various embodiments, in operation 3050a, an electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may display at least one widget corresponding to at least one extended shortcut icon included in at least a portion of the area based on the detected position, moving distance, or moving direction of the fourth user input. Figure 1aThe electronic device 101 may identify and display a plurality of extended shortcut icons (eg, Fig.15a According to various embodiments, the electronic device (eg, Figure 1a The electronic device 101 may identify at least one extended shortcut icon included in at least a portion of the identified area. Figure 1a The electronic device 101) may determine a display position and / or arrangement based on a detection position, a moving distance or a moving direction input by a fourth user, and display at least one extended shortcut icon in the determined display position and / or arrangement.

[0339] Fig.30b A method for displaying a widget by an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Fig.13b part (b) or Figure 27b The overlapping parts of the description of part (b) are omitted.

[0340] Reference Fig.30b Part (a) of FIG. 1 shows a flexible display (eg, Figure 1a In the exposed state (eg, the first open state) of the second portion of the flexible display 112) of the flexible display (eg, Figure 1a The flexible display 112 of the embodiment of the present invention is a home screen displayed in the display area 1301b of the flexible display 112 of the embodiment of the present invention. According to various embodiments, at least one widget 1303b and / or at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b may be displayed on the display area 1301b. According to various embodiments, if a fourth user input (e.g., a pinch-to-zoom gesture 3003) is recognized on at least a partial area 3001 of the area displaying at least one extended shortcut icon 1305b, at least one extended shortcut icon 3005a, 3005b, 3005c, and 3005d included in at least a partial area 3001 may be recognized.

[0341] Reference Fig.30bIn the portion (b), at least one widget 3009a, 3009b, 3009c, and 3009d corresponding to the identified at least one extended shortcut icon 3005a, 3005b, 3005c, and 3005d may be displayed. According to various embodiments, at least one widget 3009a, 3009b, 3009c, and 3009d may be displayed to correspond to the arrangement and / or position of at least one extended shortcut icon 3005a, 3005b, 3005c, and 3005d included in at least a portion of the region 3001. For example, the widgets 3009a, 3009b, 3009c, and 3009d may be displayed in a 2x2 layout, corresponding to the 2x2 layout of the extended shortcut icons 3005a, 3005b, 3005c, and 3005d displayed in at least a portion of the region 3001. For example, because the extended shortcut icons 3005a, 3005b, 3005c and 3005d displayed in at least part of the area 3001 are displayed on the highest side of the extended shortcut icons 1305b displayed on the main screen, the widgets 3009a, 3009b, 3009c and 3009d can be displayed on the upper side of the display area 1301b accordingly.

[0342] Fig.31a A shortcut icon, an extended shortcut icon, and a widget of a calendar application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0343] Reference Fig.31a , which shows a quick icon 3101 of a calendar application. According to various embodiments, the quick icon 3101 may include an image 3101a and / or an indicator 3101b representing a calendar application. According to various embodiments, the image 3101a may display information about the current date. According to various embodiments, the indicator 3101b may indicate that there is a registered schedule corresponding to the current date. According to various embodiments, if the quick icon 3101 is selected, the calendar application may be executed.

[0344] Reference Fig.31a, showing an extended shortcut icon 3103 of a calendar application. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3103 may include an image 3103a and / or an indicator 3103b representing a calendar application. According to various embodiments, the image 3103a may correspond to the image 3103a of the shortcut icon 3101. According to various embodiments, the indicator 3103b may indicate that there is a registered schedule for today. According to various embodiments, the indicator 3103b may provide more detailed information than the indicator 3101b of the shortcut icon 3101. For example, the indicator 3103b may indicate the number of schedules registered today (e.g., "1"). According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3103 may also include menus 3103c-1, 3103c-2, and 3103c-3. According to various embodiments, the size of the area displaying the menus 3103c-1, 3103c-2, and 3103c-3 may correspond to the size of the extended shortcut icon. According to various embodiments, menus 3103c-1, 3103c-2, and 3103c-3 may provide different information corresponding to the size of the extended shortcut icon. Fig.31a In part (b), menu 3103c-1 may provide information on schedules registered for today (or about today) (year (e.g., "2019"), month (e.g., "Feb"), and / or day (e.g., "Monday")). For example, referring to Fig.31a In section (c) of FIG. 3103 , menu 3103 c-2 may include information about the schedule registered for today regarding the day (e.g., “Monday”), time (e.g., “11:00 a.m.”), and / or reminder (e.g., “Lunch with Jen”). For example, referring to Fig.31a In part (d) of the menu 3103c-3, the menu 3103c-3 may include information about the schedule registered for today regarding the day (e.g., "Monday"), time (e.g., "11:00 a.m."), memo (e.g., "Lunch with Jane"), and / or place (e.g., Fifth Avenue). According to various embodiments, the above menus 3103c-1, 3103c-2, and 3103c-3 may be selected by the user. For example, if the user selects (e.g., touches) the menus 3103c-1, 3103c-2, and 3103c-3, the execution screen of the calendar application corresponding to the registered schedule displayed through the menus 3103c-1, 3103c-2, and 3103c-3 may be displayed.

[0345] Reference Fig.31a, showing a widget 3105 of a calendar application. According to various embodiments, the widget 3105 may include an image 3105a representing a calendar application, a menu 3105b, and a widget screen 3105c. According to various embodiments, the image 3105a may correspond to the image 3101a of the shortcut icon 3101 and / or the image 3103a of the extended shortcut icon 3103. According to various embodiments, the menu 3105b may include information about a schedule registered for today (or about today) regarding a year (e.g., "2019"), a month (e.g., "February"), a date (e.g., "28"), and / or a day (e.g., "Monday"). According to various embodiments, the widget screen 3105c may include detailed information (e.g., a calendar) about a month (e.g., "February") including the current date. According to various embodiments, the widget screen 3105c may also include an object 3105d for registering a schedule. According to various embodiments, the menu 3015b and / or the widget screen 3105c may be selected by a user. For example, if the user selects (eg, touches) the menu 3015b and / or the widget screen 3105c, a specific execution screen of the calendar application may be displayed.

[0346] Fig.31b A shortcut icon, an extended shortcut icon, and a widget of a camera application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0347] Reference Fig.31b , which shows a quick icon 3107 of a camera application. According to various embodiments, the quick icon 3107 may include an image 3107a representing the camera application. According to various embodiments, if the quick icon 3107 is selected, the camera application may be executed.

[0348] Reference Fig.31b , showing an extended shortcut icon 3109 for a camera application. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3109 may include an image 3109a representing the camera application, a preview image 3109b, and / or an object 3109c related to a function of the camera application. According to various embodiments, the image 3109a may correspond to the image 3107a of the shortcut icon 3101. According to various embodiments, the preview image 3109b may be a preview image corresponding to an image being captured by the camera application. According to various embodiments, if the shortcut icon 3107 for the camera application is changed to the extended shortcut icon 3109 and displayed, the camera module (e.g., Figure 1a According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3109 may provide different information and / or functions corresponding to the size of the extended shortcut icon 3109. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3109 may be used to convert the image captured by the camera module (e.g., Figure 1a An image obtained by the camera module 115 or 135 of the electronic device (e.g., the camera module 115 or 135) is displayed as a preview image 3109b. According to various embodiments, an object 3109c related to the function of the camera application may provide a function of switching a capture mode of the camera application. For example, if a user selects (e.g., touches) the object 3109c, the user may select (e.g., touch) the object 3109c, and then the user may select (e.g., touch) the object 3109c. Figure 1a The capture mode of the front camera of the electronic device 101) is different from that of the front camera of the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101) performs switching between capture modes of the rear camera. Fig.31b , the extended shortcut icon 3109 may further include an object 3109d related to another function of the camera application. According to various embodiments, the object 3109d may provide a capture function of the camera application. For example, if the user selects (e.g., touches) the object 3109d, a capture image corresponding to the preview image 3109b may be captured. Fig.31b , the extended shortcut icon 3109 may further include an object 3109e related to another function of the camera application. According to various embodiments, the object 3109e may provide a function, such as changing a capture mode of the camera application. For example, if the user selects (e.g., touches) the object 3109e, a switch may be performed between a photo capture mode and a video capture mode.

[0349] Reference Fig.31b , showing a widget 3111 of a camera application. According to various embodiments, the widget 3111 may include an image 3111a, a menu 3111b, and / or a widget screen 3111c representing a camera application. According to various embodiments, the image 3111a may correspond to the image 3107a of the shortcut icon 3107 and / or the image 3109a of the extended shortcut icon 3109. According to various embodiments, the menu 3111b may include the name of the corresponding application (e.g., "Camera"). According to various embodiments, the widget screen 3111c may include a preview image 3111d and / or at least one object 3111e, 3111f, and 3111g related to the camera application. According to various embodiments, the preview image 3111d may correspond to the preview image 3109b of the extended shortcut icon 3109. According to various embodiments, the object 3111e may correspond to the object 3109c of the extended shortcut icon 3109. According to various embodiments, at least one object 3111g may correspond to the object 3109e of the extended shortcut icon 3109. For example, if any one of the at least one objects 3111g (eg, 'Video') is selected (eg, touched), switching to a corresponding capture mode (eg, video capture mode) may occur.

[0350] Fig.31cThe quick icon, the extended quick icon and the widget of the media playback application according to the embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0351] Reference Fig.31c , showing a quick icon 3113 of a media application. According to various embodiments, the quick icon 3113 may include an image 3113a and / or an indicator 3113b representing a media playback application. According to various embodiments, the indicator 3113b may indicate that media (e.g., music or video) is being played through the media playback application. According to various embodiments, if the quick icon 3113 is selected, the media playback application may be executed.

[0352] Reference Fig.31c , showing an extended quick icon 3115 of a media playback application. According to various embodiments, the extended quick icon 3115 may include an image 3115a and / or an indicator 3115b representing the media playback application. According to various embodiments, the image 3115a may correspond to the image 3113a of the quick icon 3113. According to various embodiments, the indicator 3115b may indicate that media (e.g., music or video) is being played through the media playback application. According to various embodiments, the indicator 3115b may indicate the number (e.g., "1") of at least one media being played (e.g., at least one media included in a playlist). According to various embodiments, the extended quick icon 3115 may provide different information and / or functions corresponding to the size of the extended quick icon 3115. According to various embodiments, the extended quick icon 3115 may include an image 3115c (e.g., a thumbnail image) representing the media being played. According to various embodiments, the extended quick icon 3115 may include at least one menu 3115d and 3115e that provide functions of the media playback application. According to various embodiments, if menu 3115d or 3115e is selected (e.g., touched), the corresponding function of the media playback application may be executed. According to various embodiments, menu 3115d may provide a media playback start function and / or a pause function through the media application. According to various embodiments, menu 3115d may indicate the current state of the media playback application (e.g., playing media or not playing media). According to various embodiments, at least one menu 3115e may provide a previous media playback function, a playback start function or a pause function, and / or a next media playback function. Fig.31c According to part (d), according to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3115 may include a menu 3115f providing functions of the extended shortcut icon 3115. According to various embodiments, the menu 3115f may provide a function of sharing the selected (eg, played) media to an external electronic device.

[0353] Reference Fig.31c, showing a widget 3117 of a media playback application. According to various embodiments, the widget 3117 may include an image 3117a representing the media playback application, a menu 3117b, and / or a widget screen 3117c. According to various embodiments, the image 3117a may correspond to the image 3113a of the shortcut icon 3113 and / or the image 3115a of the extended shortcut icon 3115. According to various embodiments, the menu 3117b may include information about the media being played by the media playback application (e.g., "Odesza-Loyal (Official M / V)"). According to various embodiments, the widget screen 3117c may include an image 3117d (e.g., a thumbnail image) representing the media being played, information about the media playback application, and / or at least one menu 3117e and 3117h providing information and / or functions of the media playback application, and / or at least one menu 3117f and 3117g providing functions of the widget 3117. According to various embodiments, at least one menu 3117e may correspond to at least one menu 3115e. For example, at least one menu 3117e may provide a previous media playback function, a playback start function or a pause function and / or a next media playback function. For example, at least one menu 3117e may indicate the current state of the media playback application (e.g., playing media or not playing media). According to various embodiments, menu 3117h may provide a function of adjusting the playback portion of the media being played. According to various embodiments, menu 3117h may indicate the playback time of the media being played. According to various embodiments, menu 3117f may provide a function of sharing the selected (e.g., played) media to an external electronic device. According to various embodiments, menu 3117g may provide a function of hiding the display of a widget.

[0354] Fig.31d Shown are shortcut icons, extended shortcut icons, and widgets of a map application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0355] Reference Fig.31d , a quick icon 3119 of a map application is shown. According to various embodiments, the quick icon 3119 may include an image 3119a representing the map application. According to various embodiments, if the quick icon 3119 is selected, the map application may be executed.

[0356] Reference Fig.31d, showing an extended quick icon 3121 of a map application. According to various embodiments, the extended quick icon 3121 may include an image 3121a representing the map application. According to various embodiments, the image 3121a may correspond to the image 3119a of the quick icon 3119. The extended quick icon 3121 may provide different information and / or functions corresponding to the size of the extended quick icon 3121. According to various embodiments, the extended quick icon 3121 may provide information about the destination. For example, referring to Fig.31d In part (b), the extended shortcut icon 3121 may provide an image about the destination (e.g., a map image around the destination). Fig.31d In parts (c) to (h) of FIG. 1 , the extended shortcut icon 3121 may provide text 3121c about the destination (e.g., the name of the destination). According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3121 may provide route information about the destination from the current location. For example, referring to FIG. Fig.31d In parts (d) to (h), the extended shortcut icon 3121 may provide information 3121e about the direction and / or distance of the route and / or estimated required time and / or distance information 3121f and 3121g. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3121 may include a menu 3121d providing a function of executing a map application.

[0357] Reference Fig.31d , showing a widget 3123 of a map application. According to various embodiments, the widget 3123 may include an image 3123a, a menu 3123b, and / or a widget screen 3123c representing a map application. According to various embodiments, the image 3123a may correspond to the image 3119a of the shortcut icon 3119 and / or the image 3121a of the extended shortcut icon 3121. According to various embodiments, the menu 3123b may provide information about the destination (e.g., "Kith Street, San Francisco") and / or route information about the destination (e.g., "35 minutes (14 miles)"). According to various embodiments, the widget screen 3123c may provide information about the destination and / or route information about the destination in the form of an image and / or text. According to various embodiments, the widget screen 3123c may display a menu 3123d that provides the functions of the map application. According to various embodiments, if the menu 3123d is selected, the execution screen of the map application may be displayed based on the information about the destination and / or the route information about the destination.

[0358] Fig.31e A shortcut icon, an extended shortcut icon, and a widget of a subscription application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure are shown.

[0359] Reference Fig.31e, showing a quick icon 3125 of an ordering application. According to various embodiments, the quick icon 3125 may include an image 3125a and / or an indicator 3125b representing the ordering application. According to various embodiments, the indicator 3125b may indicate that an event related to the ordering application has occurred. For example, the indicator 3125b may indicate that a change has been made to an ordering state (e.g., delivery start) related to the ordering application. According to various embodiments, if the quick icon 3125 is selected, the ordering application may be executed.

[0360] Reference Fig.31e , showing an extended shortcut icon 3127 for an ordering application. According to various embodiments, an image 3127a and / or an indicator 3127b representing the ordering application may be included. According to various embodiments, image 3127a may correspond to image 3125a of shortcut icon 3125. According to various embodiments, indicator 3127b may indicate that an event related to the ordering application has occurred. For example, indicator 3127b may indicate a change in an ordering status related to the ordering application (e.g., delivery start). According to various embodiments, indicator 3127b may indicate the number of events related to the ordering application that have occurred (e.g., "1"). According to various embodiments, together with Fig.25c , the subscription application may be an application that does not support a function of displaying a menu that provides functions of an application. According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3127 may include at least one object 3127c that provides a function related to the extended shortcut icon 3127. For example, the extended shortcut icon 3127 may include an object that provides a function of selecting the extended shortcut icon 3127 (e.g., "Select Item"), an object that provides a function of removing the extended shortcut icon 3127 from the home screen (e.g., "Remove from Home"), an object that provides a function of deactivating the selection of the extended shortcut icon 3127 (e.g., "Disable"), and / or an object that provides a function of displaying detailed information about the application corresponding to the extended shortcut icon 3127 (e.g., "Application Information"). According to various embodiments, the number of objects 3127c included in the extended shortcut icon 3127 may correspond to (e.g., be proportional to) the size of the extended shortcut icon 3127.

[0361] Reference Fig.31e, showing a widget 3129 of an ordering application. According to various embodiments, the widget 3129 may include an image 3129a, a menu 3129b, and / or a widget screen 3129c representing the ordering application. According to various embodiments, the image 3129a may correspond to the image 3125a of the shortcut icon 3125 and / or the image 3127a of the extended shortcut icon 3127. According to various embodiments, the menu 3129b may provide real-time information about the occurrence of events related to the ordering application. For example, the menu 3129b may include information about the delivery destination (e.g., "276 Market Street") and / or information about the remaining estimated time to the destination (e.g., "3 minutes") related to the delivery started. According to various embodiments, the widget screen 3129c may provide detailed information about the event that occurred in real time. For example, the widget screen 3129c may include information about the current status of the order or delivery (e.g., "Your order is accepted", "Food is ready", and / or "Deliver immediately"). For example, widget screen 3129c may include information regarding the estimated time remaining until the delivery arrives at the destination (eg, "3 minutes").

[0362] Fig.32a An extended shortcut icon of a call application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0363] Reference Fig.32a According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3201 of the call application may include an image 3201a representing the call application and / or at least one menu 3201b providing information and / or functions related to the call application. According to various embodiments, the menu 3201b may include, for example, the name of the caller of the most recent call. The menu 3201b may be a menu that provides additional information and / or functions based on the user's settings (for example, when the user sets to expose specific information). According to various embodiments, if the image 3201a or the menu 3201b is selected (for example, touched), the execution screen of the call application may be displayed. For example, if the image 3201a is selected, the execution screen corresponding to the initial state of the call application may be displayed. For example, if the menu 3201b is selected, the execution screen corresponding to the specific state of the call application corresponding to the menu 3201b may be displayed. For example, in the case where the name of the caller of the most recent call is displayed through the menu 3201b, if the menu 3201b is selected, the execution screen of the call application including the details of the most recent call corresponding to the name of the most recent call may be displayed. For example, in a case where the name of a most recently called caller is displayed through the menu 3201b, if the menu 3201b is selected, a call may be made at a contact corresponding to the name of the most recently called caller.

[0364] Figure 32bAn extended shortcut icon of a camera application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0365] Reference Figure 32b According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3203 of the camera application may include an image 3203a representing the camera application and / or at least one menu 3203b and 3203c providing information and / or functions related to the camera application. According to various embodiments, the menu 3203b may include, for example, a preview image corresponding to an image being captured by the camera application. The menu 3203b may be a menu that provides additional information and / or functions based on application settings (for example, when the application is set to provide specific information). According to various embodiments, if the image 3203a or the menu 3203b is selected (for example, touched), the execution screen of the camera application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, if the menu 3203b is selected (for example, touched), a capture image corresponding to the preview image may be captured. According to various embodiments, the menu 3203c may provide, for example, a function of switching a capture mode of the camera application (for example, a capture mode by a front camera or a capture mode by a rear camera).

[0366] Fig.32c An extended shortcut icon of a video playback application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0367] Reference Fig.32c According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3205 of the video playback application may include an image 3205a representing the video playback application and / or at least one menu 3205b and 3205c providing information and / or functions related to the video playback application. According to various embodiments, if the image 3205a is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen corresponding to the initial state of the video playback application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the menu 3205b may include, for example, an image (e.g., a thumbnail) of a video recently played (or a video being played) by the video playback application. The menu 3205b may be a menu that provides additional information and / or functions based on application settings (e.g., when the application is set to provide specific information). According to various embodiments, if the menu 3205b is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen for playing a recently played video (or a currently played video) of the video playback application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the menu 3205c may provide a video playback start function and / or a pause function through the video playback application. According to various embodiments, the menu 3205c may indicate the current state of the video playing application (eg, playing a video or not playing a video).

[0368] Fig.32d An extended shortcut icon of a music playing application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0369] Reference Fig.32dAccording to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3207 of the music player application may include an image 3207a representing the music player application and / or at least one menu 3207b and 3207c providing information and / or functions related to the music player application. According to various embodiments, if the image 3207a is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen corresponding to the initial state of the music player application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the menu 3207b may include, for example, an image (e.g., a thumbnail) of music recently played (or music being played) by the music player application. The menu 3207b may be a menu that provides additional information and / or functions based on application settings (e.g., when the application is set to provide specific information). According to various embodiments, if the menu 3207b is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen for playing the recently played music (or currently played music) of the music player application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the menu 3207c may provide a music playback start function and / or a pause function through the music player application. According to various embodiments, the menu 3207c may indicate the current state of the music playing application (eg, playing music or not playing music).

[0370] Fig.32e An extended shortcut icon of a delivery application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0371] Reference Fig.32e According to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3209 of the delivery application may include an image 3209a representing the delivery application and / or at least one menu 3209b providing information and / or functions related to the delivery application. According to various embodiments, if the image 3209a is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen corresponding to the initial state of the delivery application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the menu 3209b may include information about events related to the delivery application. For example, the menu 3209b may include information related to the delivery application about an estimated arrival time of a started delivery. The menu 3209b may be a menu that provides additional information and / or functions based on application settings (e.g., when the application is set to provide specific information). According to various embodiments, if the menu 3209b is selected, an execution screen of the delivery application including detailed information about the delivery corresponding to the information about the estimated arrival time may be displayed.

[0372] Figure 32f An extended shortcut icon of a payment application according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0373] Reference Figure 32fAccording to various embodiments, the extended shortcut icon 3211 of the payment application may include an image 3211a representing the payment application and / or at least one menu 3211b providing information and / or functions related to the payment application. According to various embodiments, if the image 3211a is selected (e.g., touched), an execution screen corresponding to the initial state of the payment application may be displayed. According to various embodiments, the menu 3211b may display, for example, a barcode registered in the payment application for payment by the payment application. The barcode may be additional information based on the setting of the application (e.g., when the application is set to provide specific information). According to various embodiments, if the menu 3211b is selected (e.g., touched), for example, an execution screen of the payment application including a barcode may be displayed. For example, the barcode included on the execution screen may be larger than the barcode displayed by the menu 3211b. According to various embodiments, if a user gesture on the menu 3211b (e.g., a swipe gesture to the right) is recognized, the barcode displayed by the menu 3211b may be changed to another barcode registered in the payment application. According to various embodiments, the image (eg, barcode) displayed on the menu 3211b may be changed. Figure 1a The electronic device 101) may identify the location of the electronic device in a state where a barcode is displayed through the menu 3211b, and when the identified location is related to a place (e.g., a store) that is set to display specific information (e.g., coupon information about surrounding stores) (e.g., when located in the surroundings), the electronic device 101 may display the specific information (e.g., coupon information about surrounding stores) instead of the barcode through the menu 3211b. For example, the specific information (e.g., coupon information about surrounding stores) may be additional information based on usage-related information (e.g., the user's current location, the current time, and / or the way in which the user uses an application). Alternatively, the electronic device (e.g., Figure 1a The electronic device 101) can identify the location of the electronic device when menu 3211b is not displayed (for example, in a state where a shortcut icon of a payment application is displayed instead of an extended shortcut icon), and when the identified location is related to a place (for example, a store) that is set to display specific information (for example, coupon information about surrounding stores) (for example, when located in the surroundings), the electronic device 101 can display menu 3211b (for example, change the shortcut icon of the payment application to an extended shortcut icon) and display the specific information (for example, coupon information about surrounding stores) through menu 3211b.

[0374] Fig.33 is a block diagram illustrating electronic devices in a network environment according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0375] Reference Fig.33, the electronic device in the network environment 3300 may communicate with the external electronic device 3302 via a first network 3398 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or communicate with the external electronic device 3304 or the server 3308 via a second network 3399 (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the electronic device 3301 may communicate with the external electronic device 3304 via the server 3308. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the electronic device 3301 may include a processor 3320, a memory 3330, an input module 3350, a sound output module 3355, a display module 3360, an audio module 3370, a sensor module 3376, an interface 3377, a connection terminal 3378, a haptic module 3379, a camera module 3380, a power management module 3388, a battery 3389, a communication module 3390, a user identification module (SIM) 3396, or an antenna module 3397. In some embodiments, at least one of the components (e.g., the connection terminal 3378) may be omitted from the electronic device 3301, or one or more other components may be added to the electronic device 3301. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, some of the components (e.g., the sensor module 3376, the camera module 3380, or the antenna module 3397) may be integrated into a single component (e.g., the display module 3360).

[0376] The processor 3320 may run, for example, software (e.g., program 3340) to control at least one other component (e.g., hardware component or software component) of the electronic device 3301 connected to the processor 3320, and may perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, as at least part of the data processing or calculation, the processor 3320 may store commands or data received from another component (e.g., sensor module 3376 or communication module 3390) in a volatile memory 3332, process the commands or data stored in the volatile memory 3332, and store the result data in a non-volatile memory 3334. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the processor 3320 may include a main processor 3321 (e.g., a central processing unit (CPU) or an application processor (AP)) or an auxiliary processor 3323 (e.g., a graphics processing unit (GPU), a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor (ISP), a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor (CP)) that is independent of or combined with the main processor 3321 in operation. For example, when the electronic device 3301 includes a main processor 3321 and an auxiliary processor 3323, the auxiliary processor 3323 may be configured to use less power than the main processor 3321, or may be configured to be designated for a designated function. The auxiliary processor 3323 may be implemented to be separate from the main processor 3321, or to be implemented as part of the main processor 3321.

[0377] When the main processor 3321 is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, the auxiliary processor 3323 (rather than the main processor 3321) may control at least some of the functions or states related to at least one component among the components of the electronic device 3301 (e.g., display module 3360, sensor module 3376, or communication module 3390), or when the main processor 3321 is in an active state (e.g., running an application), the auxiliary processor 3323 may control at least some of the functions or states related to at least one component among the components of the electronic device 3301 (e.g., display device 3360, sensor module 3376, or communication module 3390) together with the main processor 3321. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the auxiliary processor 3323 (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another component (e.g., camera module 3380 or communication module 3390) that is functionally related to the auxiliary processor 3323. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the auxiliary processor 3323 (e.g., neural processing unit) may include a hardware structure specified for artificial intelligence model processing. The artificial intelligence model may be generated via machine learning. Such learning may be performed, for example, by an electronic device 3301 that performs artificial intelligence or via a separate server (e.g., server 3308). The learning algorithm may include, but is not limited to, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning. The artificial intelligence model may include multiple artificial neural network layers. The artificial neural network may be a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recursive neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recursive deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q network, or a combination of two or more thereof, but is not limited thereto. Additionally or alternatively, the artificial intelligence model may include a software structure in addition to a hardware structure.

[0378] The memory 3330 may store various data used by at least one component of the electronic device 3301 (e.g., the processor 3320 or the sensor module 3376). The various data may include, for example, software (e.g., program 3340) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory 3330 may include a volatile memory 3332 or a non-volatile memory 3334.

[0379] The program 3340 may be stored as software in the memory 3330 , and the program 3340 may include, for example, an operating system (OS) 3342 , middleware 3344 , or an application 3346 .

[0380] The input module 3350 may receive commands or data to be used by other components (e.g., the processor 3320) of the electronic device 3301 from outside (e.g., a user) of the electronic device 3301. The input module 3350 may include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus).

[0381] The sound output module 3355 can output a sound signal to the outside of the electronic device 3301. The sound output module 3355 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes such as playing multimedia or playing records, and the receiver can be used to receive an incoming call. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the receiver can be implemented as a separate part from the speaker, or as part of the speaker.

[0382] The display module 3360 may visually provide information to the outside (e.g., user) of the electronic device 3301. The display 3360 may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector, and a control circuit for controlling a corresponding one of the display, the holographic device, and the projector. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the display 3360 may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch or a pressure sensor configured to measure the strength of a force generated by a touch.

[0383] The audio module 3370 can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the audio module 3370 can obtain sound via the input module 3350, or output sound via the sound output module 3355 or an earphone of an external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device 3302) directly (e.g., wired) connected to the electronic device 3301 or wirelessly connected.

[0384] The sensor module 3376 may detect an operating state (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device 3301 or an environmental state (e.g., a state of a user) outside the electronic device 3301, and then generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the sensor module 3376 may include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyroscope sensor, an atmospheric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illumination sensor.

[0385] The interface 3377 may support one or more specific protocols to be used to connect the electronic device 3301 directly (e.g., wired) or wirelessly to an external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device 3302). According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the interface 3377 may include, for example, a high-definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, a secure digital (SD) card interface, or an audio interface.

[0386] The connection end 3378 may include a connector, wherein the electronic device 3301 can be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., external electronic device 3302) via the connector. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the connection end 3378 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0387] The haptic module 3379 may convert the electrical signal into mechanical stimulation (eg, vibration or motion) or electrical stimulation that can be recognized by the user via his sense of touch or kinesthetic sense. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the haptic module 3379 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulator.

[0388] The camera module 3380 may capture a still image or a moving image. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the camera module 3380 may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, an image signal processor, or a flash.

[0389] The power management module 3388 may manage power supply to the electronic device 3301. According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, the power management module 3388 may be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0390] The battery 3389 may power at least one component of the electronic device 3301. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the battery 3389 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0391] The communication module 3390 may support establishing a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device 3301 and an external electronic device (e.g., an external electronic device 3302, an external electronic device 3304, or a server 3308), and perform communication via the established communication channel. The communication module 3390 may include one or more communication processors capable of operating independently from the processor 3320 (e.g., an application processor (AP)) and supporting direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the communication module 3390 may include a wireless communication module 3392 (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module 3394 (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module or a power line communication (PLC) module). A corresponding one of these communication modules can communicate with the external electronic device 3304 via a first network 3398 (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) Direct, or Infrared Data Association (IrDA)) or a second network 3399 (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a traditional cellular network, a fifth-generation 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a local area network (LAN) or a wide area network (WAN))). These various types of communication modules can be implemented as a single component (e.g., a single chip), or these various types of communication modules can be implemented as multiple components separated from each other (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module 3392 can identify or authenticate the electronic device 3301 in a communication network (such as the first network 3398 or the second network 3399) using user information (e.g., an International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI)) stored in the user identification module 3396.

[0392] The wireless communication module 3392 can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies (e.g., new air interface (NR) access technology) after the fourth-generation 4G network. NR access technology can support enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), massive machine type communication (mMTC) or ultra-reliable and low-latency communication (URLLC). The wireless communication module 3392 can support high-frequency bands (e.g., millimeter wave (mmWave) bands) to achieve, for example, high data transmission rates. The wireless communication module 3392 can support various technologies for ensuring performance on high-frequency bands, such as, for example, beamforming, massive multiple input and multiple output (massive MIMO), full-dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antennas, analog beamforming or massive antennas. The wireless communication module 3392 can support various requirements specified in the electronic device 3301, an external electronic device (e.g., an external electronic device 3304) or a network system (e.g., a second network 3399). According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the wireless communication module 3392 may support a peak data rate for implementing eMBB (e.g., 20 Gbps or greater), loss coverage for implementing mMTC (e.g., 164 dB or less), or U-plane delay for implementing URLLC (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for each of the downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for a round trip).

[0393] The antenna module 3397 may send a signal or power to the outside (e.g., an external electronic device) or receive a signal or power from the outside (e.g., an external electronic device). According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the antenna module 3397 may include an antenna including a radiator formed by a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a printed circuit board (PCB)). According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the antenna module 3397 may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an antenna array). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication scheme used in a communication network (such as a first network 3398 or a second network 3399) may be selected from a plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module 3390. Then, a signal or power may be sent or received between the communication module 3390 and the external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, other components (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) other than the radiator may be further formed as a part of the antenna module 3397.

[0394] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the antenna module 3397 may form a millimeter wave antenna module. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the millimeter wave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first surface (e.g., bottom surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a specified high frequency band (e.g., millimeter wave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to a second surface (e.g., upper surface or side surface) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals of the specified high frequency band.

[0395] At least some of the above components may be connected to each other via an inter-peripheral communication scheme (e.g., a bus, a general purpose input output (GPIO), a serial peripheral interface (SPI), or a mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)) and communicatively transmit signals (e.g., commands or data) therebetween.

[0396] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a command or data may be sent or received between the electronic device 3301 and the external electronic device 3304 via the server 3308 connected to the second network 3399. The external electronic device 3302 or the electronic device 3304 may each be a device of the same type as the electronic device 3301, or a device of a different type from the electronic device 3301. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, all or some operations to be executed in the electronic device 3301 may be executed in one or more of the external electronic device 3302, the external electronic device 3304, or the server 3308. For example, if the electronic device 3301 should automatically execute a function or service or should execute a function or service in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 3301 may request the one or more external electronic devices to execute at least part of the function or service instead of executing the function or service, or the electronic device 3301 may request the one or more external electronic devices to execute at least part of the function or service in addition to executing the function or service. The one or more external electronic devices receiving the request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or execute another function or another service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device 3301. The electronic device 3301 may provide the result as at least a partial reply to the request in the case of further processing the result or in the case of not further processing the result. To this end, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC) or client-server computing technology may be used. The electronic device 3301 may use, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing to provide ultra-low latency services. In another embodiment of the present disclosure, the external electronic device 3304 may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server 3308 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and / or neural networks. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the external electronic device 3304 or the server 3308 may be included in the second network 3399. The electronic device 3301 may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart homes, smart cities, smart cars, or health care) based on 5G communication technology or IoT-related technologies.

[0397] According to various embodiments, an electronic device may include: a flexible display; and at least one processor. The flexible display may be at least partially exposed to the outside through a housing of the electronic device and may slide through the housing. The at least one processor may be disposed in the housing. The at least one processor may be configured to display a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the flexible display in a state where a first portion of the flexible display of the electronic device is exposed to the outside, detect a first input for exposing a second portion including the first portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the first input, when a size of the second portion is a first threshold size or larger, display the first shortcut icon as a first extended shortcut icon on the second portion. The first extended shortcut icon may include at least one menu for executing at least one specified function of the first application. The first input may be referred to as a first sliding input.

[0398] According to various embodiments, the first extension shortcut icon may be configured to display a pre-designated number of menus based on a size of the first extension shortcut icon.

[0399] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be configured to: identify the priority of multiple menus for executing multiple specified functions of a first application, based on the priority, identify at least one menu among the multiple menus whose number is less than or equal to the pre-specified number, and display a first extended shortcut icon including the at least one menu.

[0400] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be configured to, when the number of the plurality of menus exceeds the pre-specified number, alternately display the plurality of menus at predetermined intervals according to the pre-specified number based on the priority.

[0401] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be further configured to recognize an occurrence of a first event related to a first menu among the plurality of menus, and display the at least one menu including the first menu.

[0402] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be further configured to display information about the first event through a first menu.

[0403] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be further configured to: after the first event occurs, identify the occurrence of a second event related to the first menu, and based on identifying the occurrence of the second event, display information about the second event through the first menu. The information about the second event may be displayed instead of the information about the first event, displayed together with the information about the first event, or displayed alternately with the information about the first event at predetermined intervals.

[0404] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be configured to: based on identifying the occurrence of a second event, display an indicator indicating the occurrence of multiple events related to the first menu, identify a first user input to the first menu or at least one of the indicators, and display information about the second event through the first menu based on the first user input.

[0405] According to various embodiments, the first quick icon may be configured to be displayed as a first extended quick icon of the first application corresponding to at least one of a moving distance or a moving direction of the second user input in response to a second user input to the first quick icon.

[0406] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be further configured to detect a second input for exposing a third portion including the second portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the second input, display a first extended shortcut icon on the third portion, wherein, together with the at least one menu, the first extended shortcut icon also includes another menu for executing another function of the first application. The second input may be referred to as a second sliding input.

[0407] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be further configured to detect a third input for exposing a fourth portion including the second portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the third input, display a widget of the first application on the fourth portion. The third input may be referred to as a third sliding input.

[0408] According to various embodiments, in response to a third user input to the first extension shortcut icon, the first extension shortcut icon may be configured to be displayed as a widget of the first application based on a detected position, a moving distance, or a moving direction of the third user input.

[0409] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may also be configured to: display multiple extended shortcut icons corresponding to multiple applications respectively; identify a fourth user input to at least a portion of the area where the multiple extended shortcut icons are displayed, and based on identifying the fourth user input, display at least one extended shortcut icon among the multiple extended shortcut icons included in the at least portion of the area as at least one widget.

[0410] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may be further configured to: display a second shortcut icon of the second application for executing the second application, and based on the first input, display a third extended shortcut icon corresponding to the size of the second part. The third extended shortcut icon may include at least one object related to the second shortcut icon.

[0411] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may also be configured to: display multiple shortcut icons corresponding to multiple applications respectively when the first part is exposed to the outside, identify at least one application specified by the user among the multiple applications based on the first input, and display at least one extended shortcut icon corresponding to the at least one identified application respectively.

[0412] According to various embodiments, the at least one processor may also be configured to: identify a fifth user input selecting any one of at least one menu, and based on identifying the fifth user input, execute a function corresponding to the selected menu of the first application, or display an execution screen corresponding to the selected menu of the first application.

[0413] According to various embodiments, a method for controlling an electronic device may include: displaying a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the flexible display of the electronic device in a state where a first portion of the flexible display of the electronic device is exposed to the outside; detecting a first input for exposing a second portion including the first portion of the flexible display to the outside; and based on the first input, when a size of the second portion is a first threshold size or larger, displaying the first shortcut icon as a first extended shortcut icon on the second portion. The first extended shortcut icon may include at least one menu for executing at least one designated function of the first application.

[0414] According to various embodiments, the first extension shortcut icon may be configured to display a pre-designated number of menus based on a size of the first extension shortcut icon.

[0415] According to various embodiments, a method for controlling an electronic device may include: identifying the priority of multiple menus for executing multiple specified functions of a first application; based on the priority, identifying at least one menu among the multiple menus whose number is less than or equal to the pre-specified number; and displaying a first extended shortcut icon including the at least one menu.

[0416] According to various embodiments, a computer-readable non-volatile recording medium may store instructions that, when executed by at least one processor of an electronic device, enable the at least one processor to display a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the flexible display of the electronic device in a state where a first portion of the flexible display of the electronic device is exposed to the outside, detect a first input for exposing a second portion including the first portion of the flexible display to the outside, and based on the first input, when a size of the second portion is a first threshold size or larger, display the first shortcut icon as a first extended shortcut icon on the second portion. The first extended shortcut icon may include at least one menu for executing at least one specified function of the first application.

[0417] The electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may be one of various types of electronic devices. The electronic device may include, for example, a portable communication device (e.g., a smart phone), a computer device, a portable multimedia device, a portable medical device, a camera, a wearable device, or a household appliance. According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the electronic device is not limited to those electronic devices described above.

[0418] It should be understood that the various embodiments of the present disclosure and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features set forth herein to specific embodiments, but include various changes, equivalents or alternative forms for the corresponding embodiments. For the description of the accompanying drawings, similar reference numerals may be used to refer to similar or related elements. As used herein, each of the phrases such as "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B or C", "at least one of A, B and C" and "at least one of A, B or C" may include all possible combinations of items listed together with a corresponding phrase in the multiple phrases. As used herein, terms such as "1st" and "2nd" or "first" and "second" may be used to simply distinguish a corresponding component from another component, and do not limit the components in other aspects (e.g., importance or order). It will be understood that if an element (e.g., a first element) is referred to as being “combined with another element (e.g., the second element)”, “combined to another element (e.g., the second element)”, “connected with another element (e.g., the second element)”, or “connected to another element (e.g., the second element)” when the term “operably” or “communicatively” is used or when the term “operably” or “communicatively” is not used, it means that the element may be directly (e.g., wired) connected to the other element, wirelessly connected to the other element, or connected to the other element via a third element.

[0419] As used herein, the term "module" may include units implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with other terms (e.g., "logic," "logic block," "portion," or "circuit"). A module may be a single integrated component adapted to perform one or more functions or a minimum unit or portion of the single integrated component. For example, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a module may be implemented in the form of an application specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0420] The various embodiments described herein may be implemented as software (e.g., program 3340) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., internal memory 3336 or external memory 3338) that can be read by a machine (e.g., electronic device 3301). For example, under the control of a processor, a processor (e.g., processor 3320) of the machine (e.g., electronic device 3301) may call at least one of the one or more instructions stored in the storage medium and execute the at least one instruction with or without the use of one or more other components. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one instruction called. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be run by an interpreter. A machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Among them, the term "non-transitory" only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not include a signal (e.g., an electromagnetic wave), but the term does not distinguish between data being semi-permanently stored in a storage medium and data being temporarily stored in a storage medium.

[0421] According to an embodiment of the present disclosure, the method according to various embodiments of the present disclosure may be included and provided in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between a seller and a buyer as a commodity. The computer program product may be released in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., a compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be downloaded via an application store (e.g., Play Store TM ) The computer program product may be published (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) online, or the computer program product may be distributed (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). If published online, at least part of the computer program product may be temporarily generated, or at least part of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored in a machine-readable storage medium (such as a memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a forwarding server).

[0422] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, each of the above-mentioned components (e.g., a module or a program) may include a single entity or multiple entities. Some of the multiple entities may be separately arranged in different components. According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, one or more of the above-mentioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components may be added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the integrated component may still perform the one or more functions of each of the multiple components in the same or similar manner as a corresponding one of the multiple components before integration. According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the operations performed by a module, a program or another component may be performed sequentially, in parallel, repeatedly or in a heuristic manner, or one or more of the operations may be run or omitted in a different order, or one or more other operations may be added.

[0423] While the present disclosure has been shown and described with reference to various embodiments thereof, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes in form and details may be made therein without departing from the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An electronic device, comprising: a housing including a first housing portion and a second housing portion, wherein the second housing portion is configured to movably engage the first housing portion between a retracted position and an extended position; a flexible display coupled to the first housing portion and the second housing portion such that a size of an area of ​​the flexible display visible from a front side of the housing changes when the second housing portion is moved between a retracted position and an extended position; at least one processor; and A memory storing instructions, wherein when the instructions are executed by the at least one processor, the electronic device performs the following operations: In a state where the display area includes a first area of ​​the flexible display of the electronic device that is visible from the outside, displaying a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the first area of ​​the flexible display, detecting a first input for allowing a second area including the first area of ​​the flexible display to be externally visible, and Based on the first input, when the size of the second area is a first threshold size or larger, changing the first shortcut icon to a second shortcut icon of the first application, The size of the first quick icon is increased so that the second quick icon changed from the first quick icon further includes at least one menu for executing at least one designated function of the first application.

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The second quick icon is configured to display a pre-specified number of menus based on a size of the second quick icon.

3. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The instructions cause the electronic device to perform the following operations: identifying priorities of a plurality of menus for executing a plurality of designated functions of a first application, Based on the priority, identifying at least one menu of the plurality of menus whose number is less than or equal to a pre-specified number, and A second shortcut icon including the at least one menu is displayed.

4. The electronic device according to claim 3, wherein: The instructions cause the electronic device to perform the following operation: when the number of the plurality of menus exceeds the pre-specified number, the plurality of menus are alternately displayed at predetermined intervals according to the pre-specified number based on the priority.

5. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The instructions cause the electronic device to perform the following operations: identifying an occurrence of a first event associated with a first menu of the plurality of menus, and The at least one menu including the first menu is displayed.

6. The electronic device according to claim 5, wherein: The instructions enable the electronic device to perform the following operations: display information about a first event through a first menu.

7. The electronic device according to claim 5, wherein: The instructions cause the electronic device to perform the following operations: After the first event occurs, identifying an occurrence of a second event associated with the first menu, and Based on identifying the occurrence of the second event, information about the second event is displayed through the first menu, and wherein the information about the second event replaces the information about the first event, is displayed together with the information about the first event, or is displayed alternately with the information about the first event at predetermined intervals.

8. The electronic device according to claim 5, wherein: The instructions cause the electronic device to perform the following operations: Based on identifying the occurrence of the second event, displaying indicators indicating the occurrence of a plurality of events associated with the first menu, recognizing a first user input to at least one of the first menu or the indicator, and Information about the second event is displayed through the first menu based on the first user input.

9. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The first quick icon is changed into a second quick icon of the first application corresponding to at least one of a moving distance or a moving direction of the second user input in response to a second user input to the first quick icon.

10. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The instructions cause the electronic device to perform the following operations: detecting a second input for allowing a third area including the second area of ​​the flexible display to be externally visible, and Based on the second input, a second quick icon is displayed on the third area, wherein, together with the at least one menu, the second quick icon further includes another menu for executing another function of the first application.

11. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein: The instructions cause the electronic device to perform the following operations: displaying a third shortcut icon of the second application for executing the second application, and Based on the first input, a fourth quick icon corresponding to the size of the second area is displayed, and The fourth shortcut icon includes at least one object related to the third shortcut icon.

12. A method for controlling an electronic device, the electronic device comprising a housing and a flexible display, wherein: The housing includes a first housing portion and a second housing portion, the second housing portion being configured to be movably engaged with the first housing portion between a retracted position and an extended position, the flexible display being coupled to the first housing portion and the second housing portion such that when the second housing portion is moved between the retracted position and the extended position, a size of an area of ​​the flexible display visible from a front side of the housing changes, the method comprising: In a state where the display area includes a first area of ​​the flexible display of the electronic device that is visible from the outside, displaying a first shortcut icon for executing a first application on the first area of ​​the flexible display of the electronic device; detecting a first input for allowing a second area including the first area of ​​the flexible display to be visible from the outside; and Based on the first input, when the size of the second area is a first threshold size or larger, changing the first shortcut icon to a second shortcut icon of the first application, The size of the first quick icon is increased so that the second quick icon changed from the first quick icon further includes at least one menu for executing at least one designated function of the first application.

13. A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing instructions, which, when executed by a processor of an electronic device, cause the electronic device to perform the method of claim 12.

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