User interaction control method of clothes processing equipment and related equipment

Abstract

The invention discloses a user interaction control method of clothes processing equipment and related equipment, and relates to the field of clothes processing equipment, and the method comprises the steps: obtaining a target operation instruction of a target user in a target region of an intelligent terminal; target display data corresponding to the target operation instruction is obtained from a target server based on the target operation instruction, the target operation instruction comprises a washing program browsing operation instruction, and the target display data corresponding to the washing program browsing operation instruction comprises program sorting list data; the program sorting list data is determined based on historical operation information of a target user on clothes processing equipment and an intelligent terminal bound with the clothes processing equipment, and the program sorting list data comprises program sorting list data of multiple sub-modes; and displaying the target display data on the intelligent terminal.

Description

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to Chinese patent application No. 2024110669311, filed on August 5, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This specification relates to the field of clothing processing equipment, and more specifically, this application relates to a user interaction control method and related equipment for clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0004] Garment handling equipment provides a convenient washing and drying solution, allowing users to complete the washing and drying of their clothes in one device. These devices typically offer multiple modes, including separate washing and drying functions or combined washing and drying modes. Users can control the garment handling equipment or check its operating status by touching the control panel or through an app on a smart device linked to it. However, current smart device interfaces are relatively simple and fixed, failing to meet users' actual needs and hindering their understanding of the new equipment's functions.

[0005] To address these issues, it is necessary to develop a user-interactive control method for clothing processing equipment that can automatically adjust the internal environment after the washing and drying cycle to maintain the clothes in an ideal condition. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The summary section introduces a series of simplified concepts, which will be further explained in detail in the detailed description section. This summary section is not intended to limit the key and essential technical features of the claimed technical solution, nor is it intended to determine the scope of protection of the claimed technical solution.

[0007] In a first aspect, this application proposes a user interaction control method for a clothing processing device, used in a smart terminal, comprising:

[0008] Obtain the target user's target operation instructions in the target area of ​​the aforementioned smart terminal;

[0009] Based on the aforementioned target operation instructions, the target display data corresponding to the aforementioned target operation instructions is obtained from the target server. The aforementioned target operation instructions include a laundry program browsing operation instruction. The aforementioned target display data corresponding to the aforementioned laundry program browsing operation instruction includes program sorting list data. The aforementioned program sorting list data is determined based on the historical operation information of the target user on the clothing processing device and the smart terminal bound to the aforementioned clothing processing device. The aforementioned program sorting list data includes program sorting list data of multiple sub-modes.

[0010] The target data will be displayed on the aforementioned smart terminal.

[0011] In one feasible implementation, the sorting order of the program sorting list data of the above-mentioned multiple sub-modes is determined based on the usage frequency and recent usage time of each program in each sub-mode.

[0012] In one feasible implementation, the target operation instruction further includes a general program selection operation instruction, and the target display data corresponding to the general program selection operation instruction includes general program precautions.

[0013] The above-mentioned display of target data on the above-mentioned smart terminal includes:

[0014] Display help icon information at a specific location in the aforementioned general program parameter adjustment interface;

[0015] In response to the target user's selection of the help icon information on the smart terminal, the above-mentioned general program precautions are displayed on the smart terminal via a floating layer.

[0016] In one feasible implementation, the target operation instruction further includes a specific program selection operation instruction, and the target display data corresponding to the specific program selection operation instruction includes specific program precautions.

[0017] The above-mentioned display of target data on the above-mentioned smart terminal includes:

[0018] The aforementioned specific program precautions will be displayed directly on the aforementioned smart terminal.

[0019] In one feasible implementation, the target display data also includes self-cleaning reminder data, which includes tank self-cleaning reminder data and filter cleaning reminder data;

[0020] The above methods also include:

[0021] The current cycle historical washing information obtained from the target server includes cumulative washing times, cumulative washing weight, and last washing time.

[0022] If any of the above-mentioned historical washing information meets the conditions for tub self-cleaning, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed on the main page of the smart terminal.

[0023] In one feasible implementation, it further includes:

[0024] Obtain the target user's response to the aforementioned self-cleaning reminder data;

[0025] When the above response command is a drum self-cleaning command, control the above clothing processing equipment to perform drum self-cleaning;

[0026] When the above response command is a filter cleaning command, the filter cleaning instruction information will be displayed on the above smart terminal;

[0027] When the above response command is to ignore the cleaning command, the self-cleaning reminder data will be stopped from being displayed.

[0028] In one feasible implementation, it further includes:

[0029] When the above response instruction is an ignore cleaning instruction, the number of excess washes after the ignore cleaning instruction is obtained;

[0030] When the number of excessive washes reaches the first preset number, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed again on the main page of the aforementioned smart terminal.

[0031] In one feasible implementation, it further includes:

[0032] When the number of excess washes reaches the second preset number, and any item in the above historical wash information again meets the drum self-cleaning condition, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed on the main page of the smart terminal, wherein the second preset number is greater than the first preset number.

[0033] In one feasible implementation, the above method further includes:

[0034] The historical washing information for the current cycle will be displayed on the self-cleaning selection page of the smart terminal.

[0035] In one feasible implementation, the target display data further includes abnormal interruption alert information, which is determined based on the user's interruption command, the temperature information inside the bin, and the water level information. The interruption command includes interruption commands from the clothing processing equipment and interruption commands from the smart terminal.

[0036] The above methods also include:

[0037] The above-mentioned abnormal interruption alert message displayed by the clothing processing equipment will also be displayed in a pop-up window on the above-mentioned smart terminal.

[0038] In a second aspect, an electronic device includes: a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the processor executes the computer program stored in the memory to implement the steps of the user interaction control method for the clothing handling device as described in any of the first aspects above.

[0039] Thirdly, this application also proposes a computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, wherein the computer program, when executed by a processor, implements the user interaction control method of the clothing processing device according to any one of the first aspects.

[0040] Fourthly, this application also proposes a clothing processing device, wherein the clothing processing device establishes a communication link with a smart terminal, and the smart terminal includes the electronic equipment described in the second aspect.

[0041] In summary, the user interaction control method for the clothing processing device proposed in this application includes: acquiring a target user's target operation instruction in a target area of ​​the aforementioned smart terminal; acquiring target display data corresponding to the target operation instruction from a target server based on the target operation instruction, wherein the target operation instruction includes a laundry program browsing operation instruction, and the target display data corresponding to the laundry program browsing operation instruction includes program sorting list data, which is determined based on the target user's historical operation information on the clothing processing device and the smart terminal bound to the clothing processing device, and includes program sorting list data for multiple sub-modes; and displaying the target display data on the aforementioned smart terminal. This solution, through the high degree of personalization support of the smart terminal, allows the user interface to automatically adjust according to the user's usage habits and preferences. This personalization is not limited to automatically sorting frequently used laundry programs, but can also adjust the interface layout and function settings according to the user's specific needs, thereby providing a more personalized operating experience. For example, if a user frequently uses the wash-dry mode, the system can prioritize displaying relevant options and information for this mode. Through integration with the smart terminal, this solution not only supports traditional touch operation but can also access advanced interaction technologies such as voice commands and gesture recognition. This multimodal interaction method allows users to communicate with the device more conveniently and naturally, especially when their hands are wet or slippery, greatly enhancing the convenience and security of the interaction. The garment processing device integrated with a smart terminal can provide real-time operational status feedback. Users can check detailed information such as the washing machine's operating status, remaining time, and resource consumption at any time via a mobile app. Furthermore, the smart terminal can receive and display warnings and maintenance prompts from the garment processing device, helping users better maintain the equipment and extend its lifespan. The intelligent system in this solution can learn user operating habits and optimize device operation based on this data. By analyzing historical user data, the system can recommend the most suitable washing programs and drying settings, and even automatically adjust programs to save energy or improve washing results. As device functions are continuously updated and upgraded, the user interface of traditional devices may struggle to adapt to new features. However, the smart terminal app interface can be quickly updated, easily adding control and monitoring of new functions, allowing users to always utilize the latest technology to improve the device's functionality and future adaptability. In summary, this application solution, through intelligent and personalized improvements, significantly enhances the user experience and operational efficiency of garment processing devices, meeting the high standards of modern users for smart home devices. Attached Figure Description

[0042] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit this specification. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings:

[0043] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating a user interaction control method for a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0044] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of a garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of another garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the homepage display interface of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the display interface of a general program of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0048] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the display interface of a general program of a smart terminal associated with another garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0049] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the display interface of a specific program of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0050] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the program display interface of a smart terminal associated with another garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0051] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the display interface for a self-cleaning reminder of a smart terminal associated with a garment processing device, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the display interface for the self-cleaning statistics of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0053] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the display interface for a self-cleaning reminder of a smart terminal associated with a garment processing device, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0054] Figure 12A schematic diagram of a display panel for a garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the display interface for an abnormal interruption reminder message of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device, provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0056] Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the display interface for an abnormal interruption reminder message of a smart terminal associated with another garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0057] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a user interaction control electronic device for a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0058] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc. (if present) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus. The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will now be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them.

[0059] Please see Figures 1-3 , Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating a user interaction control method for a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of a garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of another garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0060] exist Figure 2 The 10 regions can be set as follows: Figure 12The garment processing equipment display panel shown features a central digital display showing washing time, countdown time, water level, and other information. Indicator icons are also included, such as "Wrinkle Removal" indicating the washing machine is in wrinkle removal mode, and "Managed" indicating it's in managed mode. A high water level indicator shows the current water level. Various function buttons are also included. This display panel integrates multiple washing functions and offers custom modes and additional settings. Users can interact with the garment processing equipment by touching the 10-area display panel, selecting desired functions, and simultaneously viewing the equipment's current operating status to monitor the processing.

[0061] This application provides a user interaction control method for a clothing processing device used in a smart terminal, which may specifically include:

[0062] S110. Obtain the target user's target operation instruction in the target area of ​​the aforementioned smart terminal.

[0063] For example, a smart terminal captures target operation commands within a user-specified target area. These commands include, but are not limited to, touch, swipe, or voice commands. For instance, in the application scenario of a smart washing machine, a user might use the touchscreen of the smart terminal to select a washing program.

[0064] S120. Obtain target display data corresponding to the target operation instruction from the target server based on the target operation instruction. The target operation instruction includes a laundry program browsing operation instruction. The target display data corresponding to the laundry program browsing operation instruction includes program sorting list data. The program sorting list data is determined based on the historical operation information of the target user on the clothing processing device and the smart terminal bound to the clothing processing device. The program sorting list data includes program sorting list data of multiple sub-modes.

[0065] For example, the smart terminal sends a request to the connected target server to obtain the corresponding target display data. For instance, the target operation instruction is a "washing program browsing operation instruction." The corresponding target display data includes program sorting list data, which is determined based on the user's historical operation information on the garment handling equipment and its paired smart terminal. The program sorting list data will include program sorting lists for multiple sub-modes, such as the most frequently used programs in washing, washer-drying, and drying modes.

[0066] S130. Display the target data on the smart terminal.

[0067] For example, the acquired target display data is shown on a smart terminal. For instance, the homepage of a smart washing machine app displays the user's most frequently used programs. To better serve the user, the system can independently memorize and display the top N most frequently used programs for each of the three modes: washing, washer-drying, and dryer. N can be any positive integer such as 3, 4, or 5.

[0068] In summary, this solution leverages the highly personalized support of smart terminals, allowing the user interface to automatically adjust based on user habits and preferences. This personalization extends beyond automatically sorting frequently used washing programs; it also adjusts the interface layout and function settings according to specific user needs, providing a more personalized user experience. For example, if a user frequently uses the wash-dry mode, the system can prioritize displaying relevant options and information for that mode. Through integration with smart terminals, this solution supports not only traditional touch operation but also advanced interactive technologies such as voice commands and gesture recognition. This multimodal interaction allows users to communicate with the device more conveniently and naturally, especially when their hands are wet or slippery, greatly enhancing the convenience and security of the interaction. The garment processing equipment integrated with the smart terminal provides real-time operational status feedback. Users can check the washing machine's operating status, remaining time, resource consumption, and other detailed information at any time via a mobile app. Furthermore, the smart terminal can receive and display warnings and maintenance prompts from the garment processing equipment, helping users better maintain the equipment and extend its lifespan. The intelligent system in this solution can learn user operating habits and optimize equipment operation based on this data. By analyzing users' historical usage data, the system can recommend the most suitable washing programs and drying settings, and even automatically adjust programs to save energy or improve cleaning results. As equipment functions are continuously updated and upgraded, the user interface of traditional equipment may struggle to adapt to new features. However, the interface of a smart terminal APP can be quickly updated, easily incorporating new control and monitoring functions, allowing users to always utilize the latest technology and improve the equipment's functionality and future adaptability. In summary, this application's solution, through intelligent and personalized improvements, significantly enhances the user experience and operational efficiency of garment processing equipment, meeting the high standards modern users demand for smart home devices.

[0069] In some examples, the sorting order of the program sorting list data for the multiple sub-patterns mentioned above is determined based on the usage frequency and recent usage time of each program in each sub-pattern.

[0070] For example, this application proposes a highly intelligent and user-friendly program sorting system for the user interface of intelligent clothing processing equipment. This system can automatically adjust the display order of programs according to the user's usage habits, so that the user can more quickly access the laundry programs they use most often. Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the homepage display interface of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0071] The order of programs can be determined primarily by the frequency with which users use each laundry program. The higher the frequency, meaning the more often a user uses a program, the higher it appears in the list. This method ensures that the programs users use most frequently are always the most easily accessible.

[0072] For programs with the same usage frequency, the sorting can be further adjusted based on the most recent usage time. If two programs are used the same number of times, the most recently used program will be ranked before the previously used program. This reflects the user's latest preferences, making the sorting more accurate and timely.

[0073] In different operating modes such as washing, washer-drying, and drying, this solution calculates and stores the order of frequently used programs. This is done to ensure that each mode provides an optimized user experience for its specific use case.

[0074] Each time a user finishes running an application and reopens the smart device's page, the application sorting is refreshed based on the latest usage. This ensures that the sorted list always reflects the user's current preferences and usage habits.

[0075] For a clean interface and ease of use, the total number of frequently used programs can be set to five. If a new program is added to the frequently used list due to increased usage frequency, the last program in the original list will be removed. This mechanism ensures that the list is always maintained at an optimal length while dynamically adapting to changing user needs.

[0076] To facilitate cross-device synchronization and data security, all program sorting lists are stored in the cloud. This not only ensures that users can maintain their personalized settings after switching devices, but also facilitates data analysis and remote troubleshooting.

[0077] The detailed rules outlined above significantly improve user convenience, allowing users to quickly select the most suitable laundry program based on their individual needs and preferences. This intelligent, personalized configuration further enhances the user-friendliness and efficiency of smart garment processing equipment.

[0078] In some examples, the target operation instructions mentioned above also include ordinary program selection operation instructions, and the target display data corresponding to the ordinary program selection operation instructions includes ordinary program precautions;

[0079] The above-mentioned display of target data on the above-mentioned smart terminal includes:

[0080] Display help icon information at a specific location in the aforementioned general program parameter adjustment interface;

[0081] In response to the target user's selection of the help icon information on the smart terminal, the above-mentioned general program precautions are displayed on the smart terminal via a floating layer.

[0082] For example, Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the display interface of a general program of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the display interface of a normal program on a smart terminal associated with another garment processing device provided in this application embodiment. When a user selects a normal program through the smart terminal, a cleverly designed help icon appears on the interface, such as a small question mark or exclamation mark icon. This icon is usually located in a specific position on the program parameter adjustment interface to provide quick access to help information without interfering with the main operation interface.

[0083] Clicking this help icon will display the corresponding general program notes in a pop-up window. This pop-up design allows users to quickly obtain the necessary help information without leaving the current interface, increasing ease of use and a cleaner interface.

[0084] It should be noted that the normal program can be a normal wash, an intensive wash, or a special stain wash. After the help icon corresponding to the special stain wash, the normal program parameter adjustment interface for the special stain wash will display the precautions for the normal program that effectively removes various stains from strong detergents in a floating layer.

[0085] In some examples, the aforementioned target operation instructions also include specific program selection operation instructions, and the target display data corresponding to the aforementioned specific program selection operation instructions includes specific program precautions;

[0086] The above-mentioned display of target data on the above-mentioned smart terminal includes:

[0087] The aforementioned specific program precautions will be displayed directly on the aforementioned smart terminal.

[0088] For example, Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the display interface of a specific program of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 8This is a schematic diagram of a specific program display interface on a smart terminal associated with another garment processing device provided in this application embodiment. For the selection of a specific program, the system employs a more intuitive prompting method. When the user selects a specific program on the smart terminal, a pop-up prompt will automatically appear. This pop-up prompt directly displays the precautions for the specific program. The prompt is designed to pop up automatically, ensuring that the user can immediately see important operational information and potential risk warnings before selecting a specific program, thereby making a more informed decision before the program starts.

[0089] It should be noted that specific programs are available for washing underwear and small items. When the user selects the underwear washing program, the display screen will show the following precaution: "When washing heavily stained underwear, please turn the soiled side outwards into the tub and add a 'soak' time of 20 minutes in the parameter settings." When the user selects the small items washing program, the display screen will show the following precaution: "This program is only suitable for single, lightweight garments; otherwise, it may not dry completely."

[0090] It should be noted that the precautions can be set in advance, or they can be generated by intelligent algorithms based on issues raised by users during subsequent use.

[0091] In summary, the method proposed in this application not only improves the user interface's friendliness but also enhances information transparency and guidance for safe operation. By integrating complex operating instructions and precautions into appropriate locations within the user's workflow, this solution significantly improves user satisfaction and device usability: ensuring that the display of help information does not interfere with the operation of the main interface while maintaining easy accessibility and readability. Automatically popping up bubble prompts ensure that users obtain key information when needed, increasing operational security. In conclusion, this solution, through intelligent interactive design, enables users to obtain necessary procedural information more intuitively and easily when using garment processing equipment, thereby effectively avoiding operational errors and improving the overall user experience.

[0092] In some examples, the target display data also includes self-cleaning reminder data, which includes bucket self-cleaning reminder data and filter cleaning reminder data;

[0093] The above methods also include:

[0094] The current cycle historical washing information obtained from the target server includes cumulative washing times, cumulative washing weight, and last washing time.

[0095] If any of the above-mentioned historical washing information meets the conditions for tub self-cleaning, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed on the main page of the smart terminal.

[0096] For example, firstly, the smart terminal retrieves historical washing information for the current cycle from the target server. This information mainly includes three key data points:

[0097] Cumulative washing count information: Records the total number of times the equipment has run since the last self-cleaning.

[0098] Cumulative Wash Weight Information: Records the total weight of clothes processed during these washing cycles.

[0099] Last wash time information: Records the specific time of the last wash performed by the device.

[0100] The smart terminal will analyze the historical washing information obtained from the server. When any data point meets the preset drum self-cleaning conditions, the system will trigger a self-cleaning reminder. This self-cleaning reminder data includes drum self-cleaning reminder data and filter cleaning reminder data. Drum self-cleaning involves cleaning the drum through a specific procedure, while filter cleaning involves reminding the user to open and clean the filter. These conditions may include: reaching a certain number of washes, such as requiring self-cleaning every 30 washes; the cumulative weight of washed clothes reaching a certain threshold, such as 100 kg; or a long period since the last wash, such as more than a month without use.

[0101] Figure 9 This illustration shows the display interface of a self-cleaning reminder for a smart terminal associated with a garment processing device, as provided in this application embodiment. Once the conditions for the self-cleaning reminder are met, the smart terminal will display the reminder data on its main page. This reminder not only informs the user that the garment needs to be self-cleaned, but may also include simple self-cleaning instructions or an option to automatically start the self-cleaning process. By directly integrating the self-cleaning reminder into the smart terminal's main page, this solution ensures that users receive important equipment maintenance reminders in a timely manner, thereby increasing the equipment's lifespan and operating efficiency, reducing potential garment contamination or equipment damage due to delayed maintenance, and improving user satisfaction and trust in the equipment.

[0102] In some examples, it also includes:

[0103] Obtain the target user's response to the aforementioned self-cleaning reminder data;

[0104] When the above response command is a drum self-cleaning command, control the above clothing processing equipment to perform drum self-cleaning;

[0105] When the above response command is a filter cleaning command, the filter cleaning instruction information will be displayed on the above smart terminal;

[0106] When the above response command is to ignore the cleaning command, the self-cleaning reminder data will be stopped from being displayed.

[0107] For example, the smart terminal's main page displays self-cleaning reminder data, including "Tank Self-Cleaning Reminder" or "Filter Cleaning Reminder." Users select response commands through the smart terminal's interface, which may include the following three types:

[0108] Tank self-cleaning command: This indicates that the user wants the device to perform a tank self-cleaning procedure.

[0109] Filter cleaning instruction: This indicates that the user plans to manually clean the filter.

[0110] Ignore cleaning instructions: This means the user has temporarily chosen not to perform the cleaning operation.

[0111] When the response command is a drum self-cleaning command, the system directly controls the garment processing equipment to start the drum self-cleaning program. The drum self-cleaning program may include steps such as high-temperature washing and the use of special cleaning agents to ensure cleaning effectiveness.

[0112] When the response command is a filter cleaning command, the system displays filter cleaning instructions on the smart terminal. Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the display interface for the self-cleaning statistics of a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device, provided in an embodiment of this application. The prompts may include: prompting the user to open the filter area of ​​the device; explaining how to clean accumulated dust and dirt; and guiding the user to complete the correct installation of the filter.

[0113] When the response command is to ignore the cleaning instruction, the system stops displaying the self-cleaning reminder on the current page and no longer prompts the user. The system also records the user's "ignore" selection to determine whether a reminder is needed later.

[0114] Users can make equipment maintenance decisions through simple operations. The system can automatically execute different response actions based on user selections, reducing user burden. The tank self-cleaning program can be executed automatically, eliminating the need for manual settings and saving time. Filter cleaning instructions provide clear guidance, reducing the risk of misoperation. Users can also choose to ignore reminders to avoid frequent prompts causing interference. The system records "ignore cleaning instructions" and reminds users again when necessary, balancing user experience and equipment protection.

[0115] In some examples, it also includes:

[0116] When the above response instruction is an ignore cleaning instruction, the number of excess washes after the ignore cleaning instruction is obtained;

[0117] When the number of excessive washes reaches the first preset number, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed again on the main page of the aforementioned smart terminal.

[0118] For example, when a user selects "ignore cleaning instruction," the system records the action and stops displaying the current self-cleaning reminder. The system internally marks the "ignore cleaning instruction" status and simultaneously initiates the monitoring process for excessive washing cycles.

[0119] Excess washes are defined as the number of extra washes the device performs after the user ignores the reminder. The system dynamically updates the excess wash count by monitoring the device's operation in real time (including records of each wash). The system sets a first preset threshold (e.g., 5 washes). When the excess wash count reaches this threshold, the system re-displays the self-cleaning reminder data on the smart terminal's main page. The re-reminder content is similar to the initial reminder, prompting the user to perform device self-cleaning. The reminder may include additional explanations, such as "The recommended maintenance time has expired; please perform self-cleaning as soon as possible."

[0120] The method provided in this embodiment allows users to flexibly choose to ignore reminders, reducing the interference caused by frequent prompts. The system monitors the number of washes to ensure that ignoring instructions does not lead to a prolonged lack of necessary maintenance. Periodic reminders prevent performance degradation or damage due to prolonged uncleanliness. While avoiding frequent reminders, reminders are only issued when there is a potential risk to the device's condition, increasing user trust in the reminder mechanism.

[0121] In some examples, it also includes:

[0122] When the number of excess washes reaches the second preset number, and any item in the above historical wash information again meets the drum self-cleaning condition, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed on the main page of the smart terminal, wherein the second preset number is greater than the first preset number.

[0123] For example, after the user ignores the self-cleaning reminder in the first stage (reaching the first preset number of times), the monitoring process enters the second stage, which is also based on the cumulative number of cleaning cycles just reached. The system continuously monitors the device's usage, especially the number of excess washes and other data items in the historical wash information (such as cumulative washes, cumulative wash weight, and last wash time). The second preset number is a higher threshold than the first preset number (e.g., 10 washes). The system continues to accumulate the number of washes after ignoring cleaning and compares it with the second preset number. The reminder content may emphasize the importance of maintenance, such as: "The device has run more than 10 times without cleaning. Please perform a drum self-cleaning operation immediately to ensure the device operates normally."

[0124] Users can still choose to perform drum self-cleaning or ignore the reminder again. If ignored again, the over-wash reminder will no longer be issued. Instead, a reminder will be issued when the drum self-cleaning condition is met again in any of the above historical washing information, i.e., in the next reminder cycle.

[0125] The method provided in this embodiment offers multiple reminder opportunities, progressively increasing the importance of the reminders through tiered thresholds and conditional triggers. This avoids overly frequent reminders while strengthening them at critical moments. By providing appropriate reminders, the device and the user's clothing hygiene are protected, increasing device satisfaction.

[0126] In some examples, the above method also includes:

[0127] The historical washing information for the current cycle will be displayed on the self-cleaning selection page of the smart terminal.

[0128] For example, Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the display interface for drum self-cleaning statistics of a smart terminal associated with a laundry processing device, provided in an embodiment of this application. This solution integrates and displays historical washing information for the current cycle on the drum self-cleaning selection page via the smart terminal. The historical washing information mainly includes the following three parts: Cumulative washing count information: This information displays the total number of washes completed by the device since the last drum self-cleaning. Cumulative washing weight information: This information displays the total weight of laundry processed in all washing cycles, helping users understand the usage intensity of the device. Last washing time information: Records and displays the date of the last wash by the device, thereby determining the idle time of the device since its last use.

[0129] On the drum self-cleaning selection page, users can not only view the historical washing information mentioned above, but also make a decision on whether to perform drum self-cleaning based on this information. The purpose of this page is to provide sufficient information so that users can make reasonable maintenance choices based on the actual usage of the equipment.

[0130] By integrating historical washing information into the drum self-cleaning selection page, users can make more informed decisions about when to perform drum self-cleaning. This solution, through the refined information display on smart terminals and user-friendly interactive design, significantly enhances users' initiative and decision-making efficiency in equipment maintenance, making the management of smart garment processing equipment more intuitive and efficient.

[0131] In some examples, the target display data also includes abnormal interruption alerts, which are determined based on user interruption commands, temperature information within the bin, and water level information. These interruption commands include interruption commands from the clothing processing equipment and interruption commands from the smart terminal.

[0132] The above methods also include:

[0133] The above-mentioned abnormal interruption alert message displayed by the clothing processing equipment will also be displayed in a pop-up window on the above-mentioned smart terminal.

[0134] For example, the abnormal interruption alert information is generated based on a series of key parameters, including but not limited to the user's interruption command, the temperature information inside the bin, and the water level information. The user's interruption command can be issued by the user through the control panel of the garment processing equipment or through a linked smart terminal. This command is typically used to stop the equipment's operation in an emergency. The temperature information inside the bin is provided by a temperature sensor in real time. The water level information is the current water level monitored by the water level sensor inside the equipment.

[0135] When a user issues an interruption command (including pausing the program, forcibly stopping the program, or shutting down) through the control panel of the garment handling equipment or through a connected smart terminal, the system will detect and generate an abnormal interruption alert. If the drum temperature is abnormally high during drying, or the water temperature or level is abnormally high during washing, corresponding alerts will also be generated.

[0136] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of a display panel for a garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the display interface for an abnormal interruption alert message from a smart terminal associated with a clothing processing device, provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the display interface for an abnormal interruption reminder message of a smart terminal associated with another clothing processing device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0137] When the drum temperature is high during drying or the water temperature is high during washing, the "Cooling Down" indicator light on the washing machine control panel will illuminate after the user performs the above-mentioned interruption operation, reminding the user that the equipment is handling a high-temperature condition. When the water level in the drum is too high during washing, the "High Water Level" indicator light on the washing machine control panel will illuminate after the user performs the interruption operation, reminding the user that the water level is abnormal.

[0138] The pop-up notifications in the washing machine app are synchronized with the physical indicators on the control panel. The smart terminal's app plugin will also display corresponding pop-up notifications when the user executes an interrupt command. These pop-ups will explain in detail the reason for the interruption, such as "cooling down" or "high water level," ensuring that the user can understand the current status of the device and necessary safety measures even when not near it.

[0139] The method proposed in this application not only provides real-time and critical equipment status information, but also enhances the safety and intuitiveness of user operation. Users can quickly understand the abnormal status of the equipment and take appropriate response measures through intuitive physical indicator lights and synchronized smart terminal pop-ups, such as waiting for the equipment to cool down or adjusting the water level before continuing to use it, thereby preventing potential equipment damage or safety accidents.

[0140] like Figure 15As shown, this application embodiment also provides an electronic device 300, including a memory 310, a processor 320, and a computer program 311 stored in the memory 310 and executable on the processor. When the processor 320 executes the computer program 311, it implements the steps of any of the methods for user interaction control of the above-mentioned clothing processing device.

[0141] This application also proposes a garment processing device, which establishes a communication link with a smart terminal, the smart terminal including the electronic device described in the second aspect.

[0142] Since the electronic device described in this embodiment is a device used to implement a user interaction control device for a clothing processing device in this application embodiment, those skilled in the art can understand the specific implementation method and various variations of the electronic device in this embodiment based on the method described in this application embodiment. Therefore, how the electronic device implements the method in this application embodiment will not be described in detail here. Any device used by those skilled in the art to implement the method in this application embodiment is within the scope of protection of this application.

[0143] In practice, when the computer program 311 is executed by the processor, it can implement any of the embodiments corresponding to the first aspect.

[0144] It should be noted that the descriptions of each embodiment in the above embodiments have different focuses. For parts that are not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0145] Those skilled in the art will understand that embodiments of this application can be provided as methods, systems, or computer program products. Therefore, this application can take the form of a completely hardware embodiment, a completely software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. Furthermore, this application can take the form of a computer program product embodied on one or more computer-usable storage media (including but not limited to disk storage, CD-ROM, optical storage, etc.) containing computer-usable program code.

[0146] This application is described with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatus (systems), and computer program products according to embodiments of this application. It will be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, special-purpose computer, embedded computer, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine, such that the instructions, which execute via the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, create a machine for implementing the flowchart illustrations. Figure 1One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 A device that provides the functions specified in one or more boxes.

[0147] These computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing device to function in a particular manner, such that the instructions stored in the computer-readable storage medium produce an article of manufacture including instruction means, which are implemented in a process Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The function specified in one or more boxes.

[0148] These computer program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer or other programmable data processing equipment to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer or other programmable equipment to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby providing instructions that execute on the computer or other programmable equipment for implementing the process. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The steps of the function specified in one or more boxes.

[0149] This application also provides a computer program product, which includes computer software instructions. When the computer software instructions are run on a processing device, the processing device executes the user interaction control process of the clothing processing device in the corresponding embodiment.

[0150] A computer program product includes one or more computer instructions. When the computer program instructions are loaded and executed on a computer, all or part of the flow or function according to the embodiments of this application is generated. The computer may be a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, a computer network, or other programmable device. The computer instructions may be stored in a computer-readable storage medium or transmitted from one computer-readable storage medium to another. For example, computer instructions may be transmitted from one website, computer, server, or data center to another website, computer, server, or data center via wired (e.g., coaxial cable, fiber optic, digital subscriber line (DSL)) or wireless (e.g., infrared, wireless, microwave, etc.) means. The computer-readable storage medium may be any available medium that a computer can store or a data storage device such as a server or data center that integrates one or more available media. The available medium may be a magnetic medium (e.g., floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape), an optical medium (e.g., DVD), or a semiconductor medium (e.g., solid-state disk (SSD)).

[0151] Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, devices, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0152] In the several embodiments provided in this application, it should be understood that the disclosed systems, apparatuses, and methods can be implemented in other ways. For example, the apparatus embodiments described above are merely illustrative; for instance, the division of units is only a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. Furthermore, the coupling or direct coupling or communication connection shown or discussed may be through some interfaces, or indirect coupling or communication connection between apparatuses or units, and may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms.

[0153] The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs.

[0154] Furthermore, the functional units in the various embodiments of this application can be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit can exist physically separately, or two or more units can be integrated into one unit. The integrated unit can be implemented in hardware or as a software functional unit.

[0155] If the integrated unit is implemented as a software functional unit and sold or used as an independent product, it can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of this application, in essence, or the part that contributes to the prior art, or all or part of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes several instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the methods of the various embodiments of this application. The aforementioned storage medium includes various media capable of storing program code, such as USB flash drives, portable hard drives, read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), magnetic disks, or optical disks.

[0156] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A user interaction control method for a garment processing device, characterized in that, For use in smart terminals, including: Obtain the target user's target operation command in the target area of ​​the smart terminal; Based on the target operation instruction, the target display data corresponding to the target operation instruction is obtained from the target server. The target operation instruction includes a laundry program browsing operation instruction. The target display data corresponding to the laundry program browsing operation instruction includes program sorting list data. The program sorting list data is determined based on the historical operation information of the target user on the clothing processing device and the smart terminal bound to the clothing processing device. The program sorting list data includes program sorting list data of multiple sub-modes. The target display data is shown on the smart terminal.

2. The user interaction control method for the clothing processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sorting order of the program sorting list data of the multiple sub-modes is determined based on the usage frequency and recent usage time of each program in each sub-mode.

3. The user interaction control method for the clothing processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The target operation instruction also includes a normal program selection operation instruction, and the target display data corresponding to the normal program selection operation instruction includes normal program precautions; The step of displaying the target display data on the smart terminal includes: Help icon information is displayed at a specific location in the general program parameter adjustment interface; In response to the target user's selection of the help icon information on the smart terminal, the general program notes are displayed on the smart terminal via a floating layer.

4. The user interaction control method for the clothing processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The target operation instruction also includes a specific program selection operation instruction, and the target display data corresponding to the specific program selection operation instruction includes specific program precautions; The step of displaying the target display data on the smart terminal includes: The specific program notes are displayed directly on the smart terminal.

5. The user interaction control method for the clothing processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The target display data also includes self-cleaning reminder data, which includes bucket self-cleaning reminder data and filter cleaning reminder data. The method further includes: The current cycle historical washing information obtained from the target server, wherein the historical washing information includes cumulative washing times, cumulative washing weight, and last washing time. If any of the historical washing information meets the tub self-cleaning conditions, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed on the main page of the smart terminal.

6. The user interaction control method for the clothing processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, Also includes: Obtain the target user's response command to the self-cleaning reminder data; When the response command is a drum self-cleaning command, the garment processing equipment is controlled to perform drum self-cleaning; When the response command is a filter cleaning command, the filter cleaning instruction information will be displayed on the smart terminal; When the response command is to ignore the cleaning command, the self-cleaning reminder data will stop being displayed.

7. The user interaction control method for the garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, Also includes: When the response instruction is an ignore cleaning instruction, the number of excess washes after the ignore cleaning instruction is obtained; When the number of excessive washes reaches the first preset number, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed again on the main page of the smart terminal.

8. The user interaction control method for the clothing processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, Also includes: When the number of excess washes reaches the second preset number, if any item in the historical wash information again meets the drum self-cleaning condition, the self-cleaning reminder data will be displayed on the main page of the smart terminal, wherein the second preset number is greater than the first preset number.

9. The user interaction control method for the garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The method further includes: The current cycle's historical washing information is displayed on the tub self-cleaning selection page of the smart terminal.

10. The user interaction control method for the garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The target display data also includes abnormal interruption alert information, which is determined based on the user's interruption command, the temperature information inside the bin, and the water level information. The interruption command includes interruption commands from the clothing processing equipment and interruption commands from the smart terminal. The method further includes: The abnormal interruption alert message displayed by the clothing processing equipment will also be displayed in a pop-up window on the smart terminal.

11. An electronic device, comprising: The memory and processor are characterized in that the processor is used to execute a computer program stored in the memory to implement the steps of the user interactive control method for the clothing handling device as described in any one of claims 1-10.

12. A computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements the steps of the user interaction control method for the clothing processing device as described in any one of claims 1-10.

13. A garment processing device, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment establishes a communication link with the smart terminal, which includes the electronic device as described in claim 11.

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