Laundry treating apparatus and control method for the same

Abstract

A clothing processing device and a method for controlling the same are disclosed. A clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises a cabinet, a drum rotatably provided inside the cabinet and receiving clothing, and a screen output unit provided in the cabinet and outputting a screen. The screen output unit outputs a course setting screen including a suggestion area in which options that can be changed or additionally applied are presented in a course for processing clothing. When the suggestion area is selected, the setting value of the option is changed or the option is additionally applied and displayed on the course setting screen.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a clothing processing device and a control method thereof, and more specifically, to a clothing processing device comprising a screen output unit for outputting a screen and a control method thereof. Background Technology

[0002] A garment processing device is a device that removes contaminants from laundry by placing clothes, bedding, etc. (hereinafter referred to as laundry) into a drum. A garment processing device can perform processes such as washing, rinsing, spinning, and drying, and garment processing devices can be classified into top loading and front loading methods based on the method of placing laundry into the drum.

[0003] A clothing processing device may be configured to include a housing forming an exterior, a tub housed inside the housing, a drum rotatably mounted inside the tub into which laundry is fed, and a detergent supply device that supplies detergent into the drum.

[0004] When the drum rotates by a motor while washing water is supplied to the laundry contained in the drum, dirt on the laundry can be removed through friction with the drum and the washing water.

[0005] The detergent dispensing device is equipped with a detergent dispensing function to enhance the washing effect. Here, "detergent" refers to a substance that enhances the washing effect, such as fabric detergent, fabric softener, and fabric bleach. The detergent may be in powder form or liquid form.

[0006] Meanwhile, the garment processing device can perform a course setting process to set a course for processing the garment. The course can be pre-set as multiple courses through a control unit, and during the course setting process, the user can select any one of the multiple courses to proceed with the processing of the garment.

[0007] In the course setting process, various options for the above course can be set. For example, the above various options include adjustable options in which one option value is necessarily determined in the above course, such as washing intensity options and rinse count options, and the option value can be adjusted by the user.

[0008] Furthermore, the various options mentioned above include simple additional options, such as Steam options, where the application or non-application of the course can be determined by the user. Additionally, the various options include adjustable additional options, such as Reservation options, where not only is the application or non-application of the course determined by the user, but the option value is also selected by the user.

[0009] Meanwhile, Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2014-0023986 discloses a clothing processing device comprising an output unit for providing information to a user and an input unit for generating an input signal according to the user's operation.

[0010] The above output unit may include a screen output unit that outputs a screen, and the screen may display the course to be performed during the course setting process and / or the application status or setting status of various options for the course.

[0011] The user can check the course scheduled to be performed and the option setting status of the course through the information provided on the screen above, and can change the course or change the option setting status of the course through the input section above.

[0012] However, the process of selecting one of multiple courses, the process of setting whether to apply an option, or the process of changing the setting value of an option may require various or multiple operations on the input unit. The more complex the operation process is to complete the setting of the course desired by the user, the lower the user's convenience may be.

[0013] Furthermore, the current environment and conditions for processing clothing can vary, and moreover, there may exist setting states more favorable than the course setting state perceived by the user; nevertheless, the user may not specifically recognize or take an interest in these various environments or favorable settings.

[0014] Therefore, effectively providing more efficient and convenient course settings for the garment processing process, and also providing the user with a simple and convenient way to handle the complex process of course setting, is an important task in this technical field. The problem to be solved

[0015] Embodiments of the present invention aim to provide a garment processing device and a control method thereof that can effectively improve the ease of use for setting a course.

[0016] In addition, embodiments of the present invention aim to provide a garment processing device and a control method thereof that can effectively shorten the course setting process.

[0017] In addition, embodiments of the present invention aim to provide a clothing processing device and a control method thereof that can provide a convenient and efficient course setting state to the user.

[0018] In addition, embodiments of the present invention aim to provide a clothing processing device and a control method thereof that can propose a user to conveniently check the settings of a course advantageous to the user.

[0019] In addition, embodiments of the present invention aim to provide a clothing processing device and a control method thereof that provide a screen for conveniently checking the setting status of a course.

[0020] In addition, embodiments of the present invention aim to provide a garment processing device and a control method thereof that can effectively propose and conveniently set course option settings. means of solving the problem

[0021] One embodiment of the present invention includes a screen output unit provided in a cabinet. The screen output unit may include a display that outputs a screen, such as an LCD. The screen output unit may output a course setting screen that provides course setting information during the course setting process for processing clothing.

[0022] Multiple areas may be defined in the course setting screen, and any one of the multiple areas may be a suggestion area to assist the user in setting the course. Options that can be additionally applied to the course currently displayed on the course setting screen may be displayed in the suggestion area.

[0023] Meanwhile, the suggestion area may display options that can be changed or additionally applied to the course displayed on the course settings screen. The suggestion area may be displayed on the screen to suggest to the user that they change the setting values ​​of the relevant options or apply them additionally.

[0024] When a suggestion area is selected by a user, the options displayed in the suggestion area may be changed according to the suggestion or added to the course. That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, changes or additions to options that are necessary for the user or effective for processing clothing can be suggested through the suggestion area on a course setting screen for setting a course, and the changes or additions to the options can be conveniently made through a simple selection of the suggestion area.

[0025] A clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a cabinet, a drum, and a screen output unit. The drum is rotatably provided inside the cabinet and accommodates clothing. The screen output unit is provided in the cabinet and can output a screen.

[0026] The above screen output unit outputs a course setting screen including a suggestion area in which options that can be changed or additionally applied are presented in a course for processing clothing, and when the suggestion area is selected, the setting value of the option may be changed or the option may be additionally applied and displayed on the course setting screen.

[0027] The above course setting screen may further include an indicator area in which an indicator corresponding to the above option appears when the above option is additionally applied.

[0028] The above course setting screen may further include an option setting area in which the setting value of the option that is changed when the above proposal area is selected is displayed. When the above proposal area is selected, the screen output unit may display the status of the proposal reflection for the option in the above proposal area.

[0029] The above screen output unit may display a state where the proposal is not reflected for the option when the proposal area is selected again while the proposal reflection state is displayed. A proposal indicator representing the option is displayed in the proposal area, and the proposal indicator may be displayed as different images before and after the selection of the proposal area.

[0030] The above proposal indicator may have different colors in the active and inactive states of the proposal area. When the proposal area is selected, the above proposal indicator may be displayed with a blinking motion that alternates between different colors.

[0031] In the proposal area, a proposal indicator representing the option and a proposal phrase for proposing the option may be displayed. The proposal indicator may be defined to include at least a portion of the proposal phrase. The proposal indicator may include a border separating the at least portion of the proposal phrase from the remainder.

[0032] The above screen output unit is configured to detect a user's touch signal on the screen, and when the touch signal occurs in at least a part of the proposed area, the setting value of the option may be changed or the option may be additionally applied and displayed.

[0033] One embodiment of the present invention may further include an input unit provided in the cabinet and generating a user input signal for selecting the proposal area, and may further include a button unit provided in the cabinet and operated by the user to generate an input signal. The proposal area may be selected according to the input signal.

[0034] The above screen output unit displays proposal content including the name of the option or a phrase proposing the option in the proposal area, and the proposal content may be provided in multiple quantities with different proposal conditions for display in the proposal area.

[0035] If there are multiple proposed contents among the above multiple proposed contents that satisfy each of the proposal conditions, one of them may be displayed in the proposal area according to priority. The proposal conditions may be satisfied if the proposed content falls within a specific time range with a one-year cycle.

[0036] The above specific time range includes at least part of July, and the above option may correspond to a Steam option for the above course. The above proposal conditions may be satisfied if the above proposal content corresponds to a specific time range with a one-week period.

[0037] The above specific time range includes at least Sunday, and if the proposed area is selected, the washing intensity of the course may be increased. If the proposed content corresponds to a specific time range with a 1-day cycle, the proposed condition is satisfied, and if the proposed area is selected, the washing intensity of the course may be decreased.

[0038] Meanwhile, in a clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention, the screen output unit outputs a course setting screen including a suggestion area in which an option applied to be changeable or deactivated in a course for processing clothing is presented, and when the suggestion area is selected, the setting value of the option may be changed or deactivated and displayed.

[0039] Meanwhile, a control method for a clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a course setting step, a proposal step, and a proposal application step.

[0040] The course setting step outputs a course setting screen through the screen output unit, which displays a course for processing the clothing. The proposal step displays proposal content in the proposal area of ​​the course setting screen, which presents options that can be changed or additionally applied to the course.

[0041] In the proposal application step, when the above proposal area is selected, the setting value of the above option is changed or additionally applied on the above course setting screen.

[0042] The above proposal step may further include a proposal condition judgment step. In the proposal condition judgment step, the control unit may determine whether the proposal condition for displaying the proposal content in the proposal area is satisfied.

[0043] In the control unit, the proposed content is stored in multiple quantities, and in the proposal condition judgment step, the control unit can determine whether each of the multiple proposed contents satisfies a control condition.

[0044] The proposal step may further include a proposal display step. In the proposal display step, the control unit may control the screen output unit so that the proposal content among the plurality of proposal contents for which each proposal condition is satisfied is displayed in the proposal area.

[0045] In the above proposal display step, if there are multiple proposal contents satisfying each proposal condition, the control unit may display only one of them in the proposal area according to the priority condition pre-set in the control unit.

[0046] In the above proposal application step, the control unit can control the screen output unit so that the image of the proposal area changes according to the reflection state of the proposal content.

[0047] In the above proposal application step, the control unit can control the screen output unit so that when the above proposal content is reflected, the color of the proposal indicator indicating options in the proposal area is changed. Effects of the invention

[0048] Embodiments of the present invention can provide a garment processing device and a control method thereof that can effectively improve the ease of use for setting a course.

[0049] In addition, embodiments of the present invention can provide a garment processing device and a control method thereof that can effectively shorten the course setting process.

[0050] In addition, embodiments of the present invention can provide a clothing processing device and a control method thereof that can provide a convenient and efficient course setting state to the user.

[0051] In addition, embodiments of the present invention can provide a clothing processing device and a control method thereof that allow the user to conveniently check the settings of a course advantageous to the user.

[0052] In addition, embodiments of the present invention may provide a clothing processing device and a control method thereof that provide a screen for conveniently checking the setting status of a course.

[0053] In addition, embodiments of the present invention can effectively propose course option settings and provide a garment processing device and a control method thereof that can be conveniently set. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0054] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing the exterior of a clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a cross-sectional view showing the interior of a clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating the information exchange method of a clothing processing device in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is a perspective view showing the exterior of a clothing processing device in which a first processing device and a second processing device are stacked in one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 is a side view of the clothing processing device of Figure 4. FIG. 6 is a conceptual diagram showing the control connection relationships for the first processing unit, the second processing unit, and the screen output unit in the clothing processing device of FIG. 4. FIG. 7 is a drawing showing a control panel of a clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is an operational conceptual diagram showing the process from power application to course progression of a clothing processing device in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 is a drawing showing a start screen among the screens output through a screen output unit in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing a course setting screen among the screens output through a screen output unit in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 11 is a drawing showing a course progress screen among the screens output through a screen output unit in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 12 is a conceptual diagram showing the relationship between a plurality of courses and various options in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 13 is a diagram showing a course setting screen in which proposed content is displayed through a proposed area in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 14 is a diagram showing a course setting screen in which options are proposed through a proposed area in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 15 is a diagram showing a course setting screen in which a change to an adjustable option is proposed through a proposed area in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 16 is a diagram showing a course setting screen in which the application of a simple additional option is proposed through a proposed area in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 17 is a diagram illustrating the process of changing adjustable options in a general setting manner in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 18 is a diagram showing a control panel in which an additional function screen is displayed on a screen output unit in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 19 is a diagram showing the process of setting simple additional options through an additional function screen in one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 20 is a diagram showing a control method of a clothing processing device according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0055] Below, embodiments of the present invention are described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the invention.

[0056] However, the present invention may be implemented in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Furthermore, in order to clearly explain the invention in the drawings, parts unrelated to the description have been omitted, and similar parts throughout the specification have been given similar reference numerals.

[0057] In this specification, redundant descriptions of identical components are omitted.

[0058] Furthermore, when a component is described in this specification as being 'connected' or 'connected' to another component, it should be understood that it may be directly connected to or connected to the other component, or that there may be other components in between. On the other hand, when a component is described in this specification as being 'directly connected' or 'directly connected' to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components in between.

[0059] Furthermore, the terms used in this specification are used merely to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention.

[0060] Additionally, in this specification, singular expressions may include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0061] Furthermore, in this specification, terms such as 'comprising' or 'having' are intended merely to indicate the existence of the features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in the specification, and should be understood as not excluding in advance the existence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0062] Additionally, in this specification, the term "and / or" includes a combination of the plurality of described items or any of the plurality of described items. In this specification, "A or B" may include "A," "B," or "both A and B."

[0063] FIG. 1 illustrates a clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention. The clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a cabinet (10). The cabinet (10) has a defined space inside and can form the exterior of the clothing processing device (1).

[0064] The cabinet (10) may include a front panel, a rear panel, a side panel, and a top panel. The plurality of panels may be combined with each other to form the cabinet (10). A clothing opening (12) that communicates the outside and inside of the cabinet (10) may be formed on one side of the cabinet (10).

[0065] FIG. 1 illustrates a front panel having a clothing opening (12) formed therein according to one embodiment of the present invention, but the location of the clothing opening (12) is not necessarily limited to the front panel.

[0066] A clothing door (15) may be connected to a cabinet (10) and configured to selectively cover the clothing opening (12). For example, the clothing door (15) may be rotatably connected to a front panel and configured to cover the clothing opening (12) according to the rotational position.

[0067] One embodiment of the present invention may include a control panel (100). The control panel (100) may include an input section (120) and an output section. However, the input section (120) and the output section are not necessarily limited to being provided only on the control panel (100).

[0068] The user can identify course setting information or course progress information from the information output through the output unit, and can give various commands to the control unit (90), such as changing the course settings by operating the input unit (120) to generate an input signal. A detailed description of the control panel (100) and the control unit (90) will be provided later.

[0069] Meanwhile, FIG. 2 shows the interior of a clothing processing device (1). The interior of the clothing processing device (1), defined by a cabinet (10), may be equipped with a tub (30) and a drum (20).

[0070] A tub (30) may be provided inside a clothing processing device (1) to accommodate water. The tub (30) may include a tub opening (35) facing the clothing opening (12). Accordingly, clothing that a user opens the clothing door (15) and inserts through the clothing opening (12) can pass through the clothing opening (12) and the tub opening (35) and be accommodated inside the tub (30).

[0071] The drum (20) may be rotatably provided inside the tub (30). One embodiment of the present invention may further include a driving unit (70), and the drum (20) may be connected to the driving unit (70) to receive rotational force.

[0072] The drum (20) can accommodate clothing inside. The drum (20) may include a drum opening (25) facing the tub opening (35). Accordingly, clothing inserted by a user through the clothing opening (12) can be accommodated inside the drum (20) through the tub opening (35) and the drum opening (25).

[0073] One embodiment of the present invention may include a water supply unit (40). The water supply unit (40) may be connected to an external water source to supply water from the outside, and may include a water supply hose that serves as a water flow path and a water supply valve for controlling the flow of water.

[0074] One embodiment of the present invention may include a detergent supply unit (50). The detergent supply unit (50) may store detergent and may be configured to supply detergent into the tub (30) when detergent is required for the performance of a course for treating clothing.

[0075] FIG. 2 illustrates a structure in which a water supply unit (40) and a detergent supply unit (50) are connected, and water flowing along the water supply unit (40) is supplied into the tub (30) along with the detergent through the detergent supply unit (50), but it is not necessarily limited to this, and the water supply unit (40) may be directly connected to the inside of the tub (30).

[0076] One embodiment of the present invention may include a drainage unit (60). The drainage unit (60) may be connected to a tub (30) and configured to discharge water present inside the tub (30) to the outside of the cabinet (10). The drainage unit (60) may include a drainage hose through which water flows and a drainage pump that generates the flow force of water.

[0077] In one embodiment of the present invention, when a course for washing clothes is performed, water and detergent can be supplied into the tub (30) through the water supply unit (40) and the detergent supply unit (50), and washing of clothes can be performed by rotating the drum (20) by the driving unit (70), and the water and detergent in the tub (30) can be discharged outside the cabinet (10) through the drainage unit (60) as needed.

[0078] However, the clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention does not necessarily have to include a tub (30), and may be provided in a form where the tub (30) is omitted as needed. That is, one embodiment of the present invention is not necessarily limited to a washing machine, and may be a dryer with the tub (30) removed.

[0079] Meanwhile, FIG. 3 conceptually illustrates an information exchange method of a clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0080] In one embodiment of the present invention, the clothing processing device (1) may be configured to enable communication. The communication unit may be configured to enable communication using various methods such as Bluetooth and WIFI. However, if necessary, the communication unit for communication may be omitted.

[0081] In the case of having a communication unit, the clothing processing device (1) can communicate directly with the user's terminal (5) or with a communication medium placed outside the clothing processing device (1), and when communicating with the communication medium, information exchange with the server (4) is possible through the communication medium.

[0082] The user's terminal (5) may be various devices having communication functions. For example, the terminal (5) may be various devices having communication functions, such as a mobile phone, computer, or tablet PC.

[0083] The clothing processing device (1) may, as needed, exchange information with the terminal (5) through a communication process with the terminal (5) or exchange information with the server (4) through a communication process with a communication medium. Furthermore, the terminal (5) may exchange information with the server (4), and the clothing processing device (1) may exchange information with the server (4) through a communication medium, thereby indirectly exchanging information with the terminal (5).

[0084] Meanwhile, a clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention may be composed of only a single drum (20), or may be composed of a first processing device (2) including the drum (20) and a second processing device (3) including a second drum (85) different from the drum (20), as shown in FIG. 3.

[0085] When the clothing processing device (1) includes a first processing device (2) and a second processing device (3), the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3) may be connected via a wired connection to exchange information, or as shown in FIG. 3, information may be exchanged via a wireless connection.

[0086] For example, the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3) may be connected via a direct wireless communication method such as Bluetooth to exchange information, or they may communicate with each other through a communication medium, or an indirect connection may be established through information exchange with a server (4) through the communication medium.

[0087] Meanwhile, FIG. 4 illustrates a clothing processing device (1) in which a first processing device (2) and a second processing device (3) are stacked. Referring to FIG. 4, one embodiment of the present invention may include a second processing device (3) installed on top of a first processing device (2).

[0088] The first processing device (2) may include the aforementioned cabinet (10) and drum (20), etc. The second processing device (3) may include a second cabinet (80) and a second drum (85), etc., separately from the first processing device (2).

[0089] The first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3) may each perform a course for processing clothing independently or in conjunction with each other. For example, the first processing device (2) may be a washing machine capable of washing clothing and may perform a course for washing clothing, and the second processing device (3) may be a dryer capable of drying clothing and may perform a course for drying clothing.

[0090] For example, the first processing device (2) may be configured to perform a course for washing clothes, comprising the aforementioned cabinet (10), drum (20), and tub (30), and the second processing device (3) may be configured to perform a course for drying clothes, comprising a second cabinet (80) placed above the cabinet (10) and a second drum (85) rotatably provided inside the second cabinet (80). However, both the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3) may correspond to a washing machine or a dryer.

[0091] Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 4, the clothing processing device (1) may include a control panel (100) connected to a first processing device (2) and a second processing device (3). That is, when the clothing processing device (1) includes a plurality of processing devices, the control panel (100) is also connected to each of the plurality of processing devices to output information or receive commands for the plurality of processing devices.

[0092] When the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3) are provided in a stacked form, the control panel (100) may be provided in at least one of the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3). FIG. 4 illustrates the control panel (100) being positioned at the bottom of the second processing device (3) to ensure ease of use and easy access for the user.

[0093] Meanwhile, FIG. 5 shows a side view of a clothing processing device (1) in which a first processing device (2) and a second processing device (3) are provided in a stacked form as in FIG. 4. The clothing processing device (1) may have one drum (20) provided inside one cabinet (10), or the aforementioned drum (20) and the second drum (85) may be provided together.

[0094] Additionally, as shown in FIG. 5, the second processing device (3) may include a second cabinet (80) that is separated from the cabinet (10) of the first processing device (2). In this case, the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3) may be manufactured separately and assembled together in the usage space of the clothing processing device (1), or they may be assembled together in advance during the production process.

[0095] However, the arrangement of the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3) is not limited to being stacked in a direction perpendicular to the ground, and they may be arranged aligned with each other in a direction parallel to the ground or positioned spaced apart from each other.

[0096] Meanwhile, FIG. 6 is a conceptual diagram schematically showing the connection relationship of the control unit (90) in one embodiment of the present invention. The clothing processing device (1) may include a control unit (90), and the control unit (90) may include at least one of a processing unit, a communication unit, and a storage unit.

[0097] The processing unit is configured to perform processing through operations on information, the communication unit is configured to enable communication using various communication methods such as Bluetooth and WIFI, and the storage unit can be configured to store information.

[0098] When the clothing processing device (1) includes a first processing device (2) and a second processing device (3), the control unit (90) may be connected to the first processing device (2) and the second processing device (3), respectively. Additionally, the control unit (90) may be connected to the screen output unit (110) to control the screen output unit (110).

[0099] The control unit (90) may be provided in at least one of the first processing device (2), the second processing device (3), and the screen output unit (110). The control unit (90) may be provided in a plurality and each may be provided in the first processing device (2), the second processing device (3), and the screen output unit (110).

[0100] For example, the first processing unit (2) may include a first sub-control unit (90) involved in the operation of the first processing unit (2), the second processing unit (3) may include a second sub-control unit (90) involved in the operation of the second processing unit (3), and the screen output unit (110) may include a screen control unit (90) involved in the operation of the screen output unit (110).

[0101] The aforementioned control unit (90) is connected to the first sub-control unit (90), the second sub-control unit (90), and the screen control unit (90) to transmit user commands or receive information. Additionally, any one of the first sub-control unit (90), the second sub-control unit (90), and the screen control unit (90) may be configured to correspond to the aforementioned control unit (90).

[0102] Meanwhile, FIG. 7 illustrates a control panel (100) according to an embodiment of the present invention. The control panel (100) is described in detail as follows.

[0103] The control panel (100) may include the aforementioned input section (120) and output section. The output section may output various information, such as auditory information and visual information, to be provided to the user.

[0104] For example, the output unit may include a speaker that outputs sound to provide information or a screen output unit (110) that outputs a screen, and the screen output unit (110) may include a display that outputs a screen in which an image is displayed.

[0105] The input unit (120) can generate an input signal according to the user's operation, and the input signal can be transmitted to the control unit (90) and converted into various command signals. The input unit (120) may include a button unit (125) having various buttons that generate an input signal through the user's operation, and the buttons may be provided in various types, such as mechanical or touch type.

[0106] In one embodiment of the present invention, the input unit (120) may include a power button, and when the first processing unit (2) and the second processing unit (3) are provided together, the power button may include a first power button for the first processing unit (2) and a second power button for the second processing unit (3).

[0107] Additionally, if the clothing processing device (1) includes a first processing device (2) and a second processing device (3), the input unit (120) may include a switching button (127). The switching button (127) may be used to switch the object on which information is displayed through the screen output unit (110) from the first processing device (2) to the second processing device (3), and from the second processing device (3) to the first processing device (2).

[0108] Additionally, the button section (125) may include an additional function button (126). The additional function button (126) may be used to output an additional function screen (C270) that displays additional functions for settings over the overall use of the clothing processing device (1) or additional settings for a course.

[0109] Additionally, the button section (125) may include an execution button. When the execution button is operated during the course setting process (P2), the currently set course may be executed. If the clothing processing device (1) includes a first processing device (2) and a second processing device (3), the execution button may include a first execution button for starting the course of the first processing device (2) and a second execution button for starting the course of the second processing device (3).

[0110] Meanwhile, the input unit (120) may include a touch input unit (123), and the touch input unit (123) may be provided in the screen output unit (110). The touch input unit (123) may be provided in the form of a panel that detects a user's touch and may be included in the display.

[0111] Accordingly, when a user touches a display such as an image on the screen output unit (110), a touch signal for that location can be transmitted to the control unit (90) by the touch input unit (123), and the control unit (90) can perform a control activity based on the touch signal.

[0112] Meanwhile, FIG. 8 conceptually illustrates the operation process of a clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention and the screen of a screen output unit (110) according to the same.

[0113] First, when power is applied to the clothing processing device (1) through the power button, the control unit (90) determines the normal state of various components and prepares for the execution of the course, and the screen output unit (110) can output a start screen (C100) to inform the user of the start process (P1).

[0114] After the start process (P1) is completed, the control unit (90) can perform a course setting process (P2). Multiple courses for processing clothing may be stored in advance in the control unit (90), and in the course setting process (P2), the user can select any one of the multiple courses.

[0115] In addition, during the course setting process (P2), various options for the course can be adjusted by the user. A detailed explanation of the options will be provided later. The screen output unit (110) can output a course setting screen (C200) to provide information about the course setting during the course setting process (P2).

[0116] When the aforementioned execution button is operated during the course setting process (P2), the control unit (90) can perform a course progress process (P3) in which a course for processing clothing is performed. During the course progress process (P3), the control unit (90) performs the course determined through the course setting process (P2), and the screen output unit (110) can output a course progress screen (C300) indicating the progress status of the corresponding course.

[0117] Meanwhile, FIG. 9 illustrates a start screen (C100) output from a screen output unit (110) according to an embodiment of the present invention. The start screen (C100) may include an image notifying the user of power application or general information for performing a course.

[0118] The screen illustrated in FIG. 9 corresponds to a welcome screen (C110) that indicates the power supply to the clothing processing device (1) among the start screens (C100). The welcome screen (C110) may be a screen that is output from the screen output unit (110) at the beginning or for the first time when the power is supplied to the clothing processing device (1). The welcome screen (C110) may include various phrases and images to create a sense of familiarity with the user or to indicate the power supply.

[0119] Figure 10 illustrates a course setting screen (C200). The course setting screen (C200) may display the name of the course currently selected among a plurality of courses, and may display option setting information for the course.

[0120] Specifically, the course setting screen (C200) may include a course name area (C201) in which the name of the course to be selected is displayed, and may include a suggestion area (C210) in which a course description phrase (C215) for explaining the course displayed in the course name area (C201) or content related to the suggestion content (C212) to be described later is displayed.

[0121] Additionally, the course setting screen (C200) may include an indicator area (C203). Various indicators (C204) indicating information about the currently set option or status information may be displayed in the indicator area (C203).

[0122] Additionally, the course setting screen (C200) may include an option information area (C202) that displays current option information for the course displayed in the course name area (C201). The option information area (C202) may display setting values ​​for one or more options.

[0123] However, the course setting screen (C200) according to one embodiment of the present invention does not necessarily have to include all of the course name area (C201), proposal area (C210), indicator area (C203), and option information area (C202), and the arrangement of each area may also vary as needed.

[0124] Meanwhile, FIG. 11 illustrates a course progress screen (C300). The course progress screen (C300) may be defined with a course name area (C201) that displays the course currently in progress, a time guide area (C310) that indicates the time remaining until the course is completed, a status display area (C320) that indicates the current status of the course, a progress status bar (C330) that displays the current process of the entire course in the form of an image, and the aforementioned indicator area (C203) and option information area (C202).

[0125] Meanwhile, FIG. 12 shows a conceptual diagram illustrating the concepts of a plurality of courses and various options in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0126] In one embodiment of the present invention, the course corresponds to a process pre-stored in the control unit (90) to include at least one administration for processing clothing. The course may include at least one administration.

[0127] For example, a standard course for washing clothes may be pre-set in the control unit (90) to include at least one of a water supply course, a washing course, a rinsing course, a drainage course, and a spin-drying course.

[0128] Multiple different courses may be stored in advance in the control unit (90). Fig. 12 illustrates a standard course, an intense course, a quiet course, etc., but the multiple courses are not necessarily limited to these.

[0129] Meanwhile, the control unit (90) may be configured to allow various options for the course to be adjusted. In one embodiment of the present invention, options may be classified into adjustable options, simple additional options, and adjustable additional options.

[0130] The applicability of the adjustable option to the course is not determined by the user and can be maintained in a state predetermined by the control unit (90). In other words, the adjustable option is determined in advance by the control unit (90) for each course, and the user can change the setting value of the adjustable option activated in the corresponding course.

[0131] For example, a plurality of courses may include a rinse course that includes a water supply course, a rinse course, and a drainage course, and the control unit (90) may have options such as the number of rinses or the quantity of water activated as adjustable options for the rinse course, and options such as the washing intensity may be predetermined to be in a deactivated state.

[0132] Accordingly, when a rinse course is displayed on the course setting screen (C200), the user can only change the setting values, such as the rinse count option, which is activated as an adjustable option, but cannot change the washing intensity option, etc., to an activated state. These adjustable options can be determined based on the operations included in the course.

[0133] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, user-adjustable options may include a plurality of option values ​​(C260). For example, the aforementioned rinsing frequency option includes option values ​​(C260) such as 1 time, 2 times, 3 times, etc., and any one option value (C260) selected by the user may be reflected in the control unit (90) as the setting value of the corresponding option.

[0134] That is, if the user selects the option value (C260) of the option value (C260) of the rinse count option in the rinse course, the option value (C260) of the '2 times' becomes the setting value of the rinse count option and can be reflected in the corresponding course.

[0135] Meanwhile, one embodiment of the present invention may include a simple additional option. A simple additional option refers to an option where only whether or not it is applied to the corresponding course can be determined by the user, and no separate adjustment of setting values ​​is made.

[0136] For example, the standard course for washing clothes is set to a non-applied state by default for the steam option that sprays steam; however, the user can change the said steam option to an applied state as needed and apply it to the course.

[0137] In the control unit (90), simple additional options can be pre-set for each of the multiple courses, the applicability of which can be changed by the user. For example, in the aforementioned standard course, the steam option corresponds to a simple additional option whose applicability can be changed by the user.

[0138] However, in the case of a steam course where the steam option is set to an applied state as a mandatory requirement, the steam option may be pre-set in the control unit (90) so that the application status cannot be changed by the user, and therefore the steam option for the steam course does not correspond to a simple additional option.

[0139] Meanwhile, one embodiment of the present invention includes an additional adjustment option. The additional adjustment option refers to an option in which the user can determine whether to apply it to the corresponding course, and furthermore, when applying the option, one of a plurality of option values ​​(C260) for the option must be selected as a setting value.

[0140] For example, one embodiment of the present invention may include a reservation option as an additional adjustment option. The user may select whether to apply the reservation option to a standard course for washing, and when the reservation option is applied, one of a plurality of option values ​​(C260) for the reservation option, such as 30 minutes later, 1 hour later, 1 hour 30 minutes later, etc., is determined as a setting value.

[0141] Meanwhile, FIG. 13 illustrates a proposed content (C212) displayed in a proposed area (C210) of a course setting screen (C200) according to one embodiment of the present invention. One embodiment of the present invention can propose various option settings to the user through the proposed area (C210) of the course setting screen (C200).

[0142] Specifically, FIG. 13(a) shows a description of a course displayed in the course name area (C201) in the proposal area (C210), and FIG. 13(b) shows a proposal content (C212) in the proposal area (C210) suggesting the application of an option that is not currently applied to the course.

[0143] The proposed content (C212) is intended to suggest a course setting for processing clothing to the user and can be displayed to guide the user to a more advantageous course setting based on various conditions and environments.

[0144] One embodiment of the present invention can propose more effective and convenient settings for processing clothing to the user through a proposal area (C210), and the user can perform course settings according to the proposal through the proposal area (C210) even without having fully reviewed various courses and various options, thereby greatly improving user convenience.

[0147] Meanwhile, FIG. 14 illustrates a course setting screen (C200) including a proposal area (C210) in which a change or additional application of an option is proposed according to an embodiment of the present invention. The course setting screen (C200) is described in detail as follows.

[0148] First, one embodiment of the present invention includes a cabinet (10), a drum (20), and a screen output unit (110) as described above, wherein the drum (20) is rotatably provided inside the cabinet (10) and accommodates clothing, and the screen output unit (110) is provided in the cabinet (10) and outputs a screen.

[0149] The above screen output unit (110) can output a course setting screen (C200) including a suggestion area (C210) in which options that can be changed or additionally applied in a course for processing clothing are presented. That is, options that are the subject of the suggestion can be displayed in the suggestion area (C210).

[0150] When the above proposal area (C210) is selected, the setting value of the above option may be changed or the above option may be additionally applied and displayed on the above course setting screen (C200). The option proposed in the proposal area (C210) may correspond to an adjustable option for the course displayed in the course name area (C201) of the course setting screen (C200), such as a water temperature option.

[0151] In addition, the options proposed in the proposal area (C210) may correspond to simple additional options that are not currently applied to the course, such as steam options, in addition to the adjustable options mentioned above. FIG. 15 shows a proposal area (C210) that includes the phrase "Steam Settings" indicating a steam option and proposes the application of said steam option.

[0152] In one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal area (C210) may display a course description text (C215) describing the course displayed in the course name area (C201), and may display proposal content (C212) for suggesting to the user to change the setting value of an adjustable option or apply a simple additional option when certain conditions are met.

[0153] By proposing changes or additions to options in the above proposal area (C210), it is possible to suggest changes or additions to options that the user may have overlooked, thereby improving user convenience and course execution efficiency.

[0154] In addition, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposed content (C212) is displayed in place of the course description text (C215) through the proposed area (C210) where the course description text (C215) is displayed, thereby improving the user's recognition rate of the proposed content (C212) and allowing for effective use of the limited screen output area.

[0155] Meanwhile, FIG. 15 illustrates how the setting value of an adjustable option displayed in an option setting area according to one embodiment of the present invention is changed by the selection of the proposal area (C210).

[0156] In one embodiment of the present invention, the course setting screen (C200) may include the aforementioned option setting area, and at least one adjustable option may be displayed in the option setting area.

[0157] In the option setting area, text indicating the name of the adjustable option and the setting value for each option may be displayed. In the option setting area of ​​FIG. 15, washing intensity option, rinse option, spin option, and water temperature option are displayed. However, the adjustable options displayed in the option setting area are not necessarily limited to this and may vary depending on the course.

[0158] One embodiment of the present invention displays adjustable options of a course displayed on a course setting screen (C200) through the option setting area to the user, and furthermore, can effectively inform the user of the current setting value of each adjustable option.

[0159] In addition, as described below, adjustable options displayed in the option setting area can be displayed so that each can be selected, and the user can directly change the setting value by selecting each option through the operation of the input unit (120).

[0160] Meanwhile, FIG. 15(a) illustrates a case where the setting value of an option presented in the proposed area (C210) before selection or in the proposed area (C210) is different from the current setting value, and FIG. 15(b) illustrates a case where the setting value of an option presented in the proposed area (C210) after selection or in the proposed area (C210) is the same as the current setting value.

[0161] As described above, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal area (C210) may be displayed so that it can be selected by a user, and when the user selects the proposal area (C210), as in 15(b), it may be displayed that the proposal area (C210) is selected and the proposal according to the proposal content (C212) is reflected in the current course.

[0162] That is, when the suggestion area (C210) is selected, the screen output unit (110) can display the status of the suggestion reflection for the option in the suggestion area (C210).

[0163] There may be various ways to indicate that a proposal for changing an option by the proposal area (C210) is reflected in the course setting screen (C200). FIG. 15 illustrates a proposal area (C210) in which a change in the setting value of an adjustable option called a water temperature option is proposed according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0164] When a suggestion for an adjustable option is applied, the setting value of the option in the option setting area can be changed and displayed as the setting value suggested in the suggestion area (C210). FIG. 15(b) shows the setting value of the water temperature option in the option setting area being displayed as 'cold water' by selecting the suggestion area (C210) which suggests changing the water temperature option to 'cold water'.

[0165] Additionally, the display of the proposal indicator (C214) included in the proposal area (C210) may change, and the application of the proposal area (C210) may be indicated by additionally displaying an indicator (C204). The display of the reflection status of the proposal content (C212) by the proposal indicator (C214) and the indicator (C204) of the indicator area (C203) will be described later.

[0166] One embodiment of the present invention can conveniently suggest a change to the setting value of an option to the user through a suggestion area (C210), and the setting value of the option can be changed simply and conveniently through the selection of the suggestion area (C210).

[0167] When the above option is displayed in the option setting area, the setting value for the above option in the option setting area is changed immediately along with the selection in the proposal area (C210), so that the selection and reflection of the proposal area (C210) are effectively displayed and the user can easily verify it.

[0168] Meanwhile, if the proposal area (C210) is selected again while the proposal reflection state is displayed on the screen output unit (110), the proposal non-reflection state for the option may be displayed.

[0169] That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, even after the proposal for an option change according to the proposal area (C210) is reflected, the proposal content (C212) can still be displayed in the proposal area (C210), and if the proposal area (C210) is selected after the proposal is reflected, the change of the option can be conveniently canceled.

[0170] For example, if the proposed area (C210) is selected in the course setting screen (C200) in which the setting value of the proposed option in the proposed area (C210) is changed as in FIG. 15(b), the course setting screen (C200) that has returned to the state before the setting value of the proposed option in the proposed area (C210) was reflected as in FIG. 15(a) may be displayed.

[0171] Specifically, FIG. 15 shows a suggestion area (C210) suggesting that the setting value of the water temperature option be changed to 'cold water'. When the suggestion area (C210) is selected again by the user while the setting value of the water temperature option displayed in the option setting area is 'cold water' as suggested by the suggestion area (C210) as in FIG. 15(b), a course setting screen (C200) can be displayed showing '40 degrees', which is the setting value before the setting value change by the suggestion area (C210) for the water temperature option, as in FIG. 15(a).

[0172] In this way, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal area (C210) not only proposes an efficient and convenient change of option to the user and provides an easy change process, but also allows the change of option to be simply canceled through re-selection of the proposal area (C210), thereby effectively improving user convenience.

[0173] Meanwhile, FIG. 16 illustrates the process of a simple additional option being proposed and set in a course through a proposal area (C210). FIG. 16(a) illustrates a course setting screen (C200) in which a proposal area (C210) for a simple additional option is proposed is displayed, and FIG. 16(b) illustrates a course setting screen (C200) in which the option is applied through the selection of the proposal area (C210).

[0174] In one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal area (C210) may display not only adjustable options displayed in the option setting area, but also proposal content (C212) that proposes the additional application of simple additional options not displayed in the option setting area.

[0175] As described above, the simple additional option may mean an option for which the user can select whether to apply or not apply to a course displayed in the course name area (C201) of the course setting screen (C200), and for which the setting value is not separately selected.

[0176] In one embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of proposed contents (C212) may be stored in advance in the control unit (90). The plurality of proposed contents (C212) may include different proposals. For example, the plurality of proposed contents (C212) may propose different option settings, or even for the same option, they may propose different setting methods.

[0177] For example, Fig. 15 shows a proposal content (C212) suggesting a setting of an adjustable option called a water temperature option, and Fig. 16 shows a proposal content (C212) suggesting a setting of a simple additional option called a steam option, unlike the water temperature option.

[0178] The control unit (90) can control the screen output unit (110) to display a proposed content (C212) corresponding to a setting advantageous to the current user among the plurality of proposed contents (C212) in the proposed area (C210). In the proposed area (C210), among the plurality of proposed contents (C212), a proposed content (C212) for which the proposal conditions for the corresponding proposed content (C212) are satisfied may be displayed. A detailed explanation of the proposal conditions will be provided later.

[0179] Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 16(a), in one embodiment of the present invention, a proposal area (C210) may display proposal content (C212) for proposing a simple additional option. In this case, the proposal area (C210) may display a phrase indicating the name of the option and a phrase indicating the reason for proposing the option.

[0180] During the process of setting a course for processing clothing, the user may receive a suggestion for additional application of an option suggested through the suggestion area (C210) of the course setting screen (C200), and the user may select the suggestion area (C210) through the input unit (120).

[0181] Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 16(b), when a user selects a suggestion area (C210) and additional options are applied, an indicator (C204) indicating the application status of the simple additional options applied by the suggestion area (C210) may be displayed on the course setting screen (C200).

[0182] That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, the course setting screen (C200) may further include an indicator area (C203) in which an indicator (C204) corresponding to the option appears when the option is additionally applied, and the indicator (C204) may be displayed in the indicator area (C203).

[0183] The display method of the indicator (C204) may vary. For example, an indicator (C204) representing the corresponding option may be always displayed in the indicator area (C203), but the color or brightness of the indicator (C204) may change depending on whether the corresponding option is applied, or the indicator (C204) may be output when the corresponding option is applied.

[0184] The shape of the indicator (C204) may also vary. The indicator (C204) may have various shapes that have features capable of representing the corresponding option. For example, FIG. 16 illustrates a 'steam option' proposed through the proposal area (C210), which is one of the simple additional options. The indicator (C204) for representing the steam option may be a shape that conceptually displays the shape of steam, or a shape that displays the word 'steam'.

[0185] As described above, in one embodiment of the present invention, the option proposed through the proposal area (C210) may be an adjustable option displayed in the option setting area, or it may be a simple additional option not displayed in the option setting area. However, even in the case of a simple additional option, the user can easily check whether the option is additionally applied through the indicator (C204) displayed in the indicator area (C203).

[0186] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, even after a user selects a suggestion area (C210) and the setting value of an option is changed or additionally applied, the suggestion content (C212) displayed in the suggestion area (C210) can be maintained without disappearing.

[0187] For example, FIG. 16(b) shows a course setting screen (C200) in which a proposal content (C212) that still proposes a Steam option in the proposal area (C210) is displayed even when a simple additional option called a 'Steam option' is applied.

[0188] The user can conveniently receive suggestions for changing or adding options through the suggestion area (C210), and can simply and conveniently perform changes or adding options by selecting the suggestion area (C210). Furthermore, by selecting the suggestion area (C210) again after changing or adding options, the user can simply restore the state prior to the change or adding options.

[0189] In other words, the control unit (90) can propose a screen output unit (110) to display content for proposing a change in the setting value of an adjustable option or the additional application of a simple additional option in the proposal area (C210).

[0190] Additionally, if the control unit (90) determines that the proposed area (C210) is selected based on the input signal of the input unit (120) that generates an input signal according to user operation, such as the touch input unit (123), it may change or additionally apply the setting value of the option based on the content predetermined according to the proposed content (C212).

[0191] Meanwhile, the control unit (90) can control the screen output unit (110) so that the setting value of the changed option or the additional application status is displayed on the course setting screen (C200) after performing the change or application of the option according to the selection of the proposal area (C210).

[0192] In one embodiment of the present invention, the convenience of use can be improved by enabling the modification or additional application of options while maintaining the course setting screen (C200) without a screen switching process for setting options through the proposed area (C210).

[0193] Meanwhile, a proposal indicator (C214) representing the option may be displayed in the proposal area (C210). The proposal indicator (C214) is displayed within the proposal area (C210) and can be understood as an object corresponding to the option.

[0194] The proposal indicator (C214) may be displayed to indicate the above option. For example, as shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, the proposal indicator (C214) may be displayed to include part of the name of the above option or part of the name of the proposed option value (C260).

[0195] For example, in FIG. 15, a proposal indicator (C214) is displayed that includes the word 'cold water', which is proposed as a setting value among the option values ​​(C260) of the water temperature option, to indicate that the option for which a setting value change is proposed corresponds to the 'water temperature option'.

[0196] The user can not only confirm that a change to the water temperature option for controlling the water temperature is proposed through the word 'cold water' of the above-mentioned proposal indicator (C214), but can also easily confirm that the proposal content by the proposal content (C212) is to change the setting value of the water temperature option to cold water.

[0197] Additionally, FIG. 16 displays a suggestion indicator (C214) containing the text 'Steam Settings'. That is, the user can easily confirm that the application of Steam options is being suggested through the word 'Steam' in the suggestion indicator (C214).

[0198] Meanwhile, the user can identify what options are proposed in the proposal area (C210) and what the proposed content is for those options through the proposal indicator (C214), and can also identify whether the proposed content of the proposal area (C210) is reflected through the proposal indicator (C214).

[0199] In one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal indicator (C214) may be displayed as different images before and after the selection of the proposal area (C210). FIGS. 15 and 16 show the change in the proposal indicator (C214) before and after the selection of the proposal area (C210).

[0200] The proposal indicator (C214) may have different images depending on whether the proposal content (C212) is reflected. For example, the proposal indicator (C214) may have different shapes or colors depending on whether the proposal area (C210) is selected and the proposal area (C210) is activated, and whether the proposal area (C210) is deactivated before selection.

[0201] Additionally, the suggestion indicator (C214) can be made so that the user can visually distinguish between the inactive state before the suggestion area (C210) is selected and the active state when the suggestion area (C210) is selected, by changing the brightness or saturation or by changing the characters included in the suggestion indicator (C214).

[0202] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposed indicator (C214) may have different colors in the activated and deactivated states of the proposed area (C210). Here, different colors include not only changes in saturation but also differences in lightness, i.e., brightness.

[0203] FIGS. 15 and 16 illustrate a proposal indicator (C214) that is displayed with different brightness levels before and after the selection of the proposal area (C210). By identifying the color of the proposal indicator (C214), the user can easily determine whether the option has been changed or added by the current proposal area (C210).

[0204] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal indicator (C214) may be displayed with a blinking motion having different colors alternately when the proposal area (C210) is selected. The blinking motion of the proposal indicator (C214) may be performed not only immediately after activation of the proposal area (C210) but also immediately after deactivation.

[0205] In one embodiment of the present invention, the blinking motion of the proposal indicator (C214) can be understood as a state in which the first color of the proposal indicator (C214) according to the deactivated state of the proposal area (C210) and the second color of the proposal indicator (C214) according to the activated state alternately appear for a time preset in the control unit (90).

[0206] That is, when the course setting screen (C200) is displayed on the display of the screen output unit (110), if the user selects a suggestion area (C210) in a deactivated state by operating the touch input unit (123) or button unit (125) provided to overlap the display, the first color and the second color may be displayed alternately for a predetermined amount of time of the suggestion indicator (C214).

[0207] In addition, in one embodiment of the present invention, the change or addition of options according to the proposal content (C212) can be canceled by re-selecting the activated proposal area (C210), and thus, even when the user selects the proposal area (C210) in the activated state, the blinking motion of the proposal indicator (C214) can be displayed for a predetermined amount of time.

[0208] Accordingly, the user can easily determine whether the option proposed in the proposal area (C210) has been changed or added through the color change of the proposal indicator (C214), and can also conveniently determine whether the selection process for the proposal area (C210) has been successfully completed through the blinking motion of the proposal indicator (C204).

[0209] Meanwhile, the proposal area (C210) may include not only a proposal indicator (C214) but also a proposal phrase (C213). That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal area (C210) may display a proposal indicator (C214) indicating the option and a proposal phrase (C213) for proposing the option.

[0210] That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, a proposal content (C212) may be displayed in the proposal area (C210), and the proposal content (C212) may include a proposal indicator (C214) and a proposal phrase (C213). As described above, in one embodiment of the present invention, there may be a plurality of proposal contents (C212), and each proposal content (C212) may include different proposal indicators (C214) or proposal phrases (C213).

[0211] The proposal indicator (C214) displayed in the proposal area (C210) may include words such as those signifying the option or its setting value that is the subject of the proposal, as described above. The proposal phrase (C213) may correspond to an explanation of the proposal, and the user can check the reason for the proposal or the effect of the proposal content (C212) currently displayed in the proposal area (C210) through the proposal phrase (C213).

[0212] In the proposed area (C210) of Fig. 15, the advantage of setting the option value (C260) of ‘cold water’ as the setting value for the water temperature option is indicated through the proposed text (C213).

[0213] The proposed content (C212) of FIG. 15 displays a proposed text (C213) explaining the energy benefits of using cold water by changing the setting value of the water temperature option to 'cold water', and the proposed area (C210) of FIG. 16 displays a proposed text (C213) explaining the benefits of improving washing quality by applying the steam option.

[0214] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal indicator (C214) may be defined to include at least a part of the proposal phrase (C213). As described above, the proposal indicator (C214) may be defined to include words, etc., and the words included in the proposal indicator (C214) may correspond to a part of the proposal phrase (C213).

[0215] That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposed phrase (C213) may be displayed as a sentence including the words of the proposed indicator (C214), and accordingly, the inconvenience caused by the user reading the proposed indicator (C214) and the proposed phrase (C213) separately may be resolved, and the user's readability and ease of understanding may be effectively increased.

[0216] Meanwhile, the proposal indicator (C214) may include a border that distinguishes at least a part of the proposal phrase (C213) from the remainder. That is, a border may be displayed in the proposal area (C210) to distinguish the words belonging to the proposal indicator (C214) from the rest of the proposal phrase (C213).

[0217] Although a rectangular border is shown in FIGS. 15 and 16, the specific shape of the border may vary in addition to being rectangular. The interior of the border may be the first and second colors of the proposed indicator (C214) described above.

[0218] One embodiment of the present invention allows the user to easily understand the proposed content without resistance through a proposed phrase (C213) and a proposed indicator (C214) displayed as a single sentence, and furthermore, by displaying a border that can define the proposed indicator (C214), the user can clearly identify what the setting content according to the proposed content (C212) is and clearly determine whether the proposed area (C210) is activated.

[0219] Meanwhile, as described above, the screen output unit (110) may be configured to detect a user's touch signal on the screen. Accordingly, the user's touch signal on the screen output unit (110) may be transmitted to the control unit (90), including its location information.

[0220] A touch signal can be generated by the aforementioned touch input unit (123). The display of the screen output unit (110) may be equipped with a touch input unit (123) capable of receiving a user's touch signal, such as a touch panel.

[0221] When the touch signal occurs in at least a part of the above-mentioned suggestion area (C210), the setting value of the option may be changed or the option may be additionally applied and displayed. When a touch signal for the above-mentioned suggestion area (C210) is transmitted on the course setting screen (C200), the control unit (90) may perform activation or deactivation of the above-mentioned suggestion area (C210).

[0222] However, the range determined by the control unit (90) as the selection of the proposal area (C210) may correspond to the entire proposal area (C210) or may be limited to the aforementioned proposal indicator (C214). That is, the control unit (90) may determine that the user has selected the proposal area (C210) when a touch signal is input to the area within the border of the proposal indicator (C214).

[0223] In one embodiment of the present invention, convenience can be improved by simply touching at least a part of the suggestion area (C210) on the course setting screen (C200) output by the screen output unit (110), so that the setting of options according to the suggestion content (C212) can be automatically performed.

[0224] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposed area (C210) may be selected through an input unit (120) other than the screen output unit (110).

[0225] As described above, the input unit (120) is provided in the cabinet (10), and a user input signal for selecting the proposal area (C210) may be generated. In one embodiment of the present invention, the proposal area (C210) may be selected through a configuration other than the touch input unit (123) among the input units (120).

[0226] For example, as described above, the input unit (120) may include a button unit (125), and the button unit (125) may be provided in the cabinet (10) and operated by a user to generate an input signal.

[0227] The button unit (125) may include a configuration for selecting an object displayed on the screen of the screen output unit (110), such as a movement button or a dial, and the user may select a proposal area (C210) by generating an input signal by operating the button unit (125), etc.

[0228] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposed content (C212) may be provided with multiple different proposal conditions for displaying in the proposal area (C210) as described above. The control unit (90) may control the screen output unit (110) so that the proposed content (C212) among the multiple proposed content (C212) for which each proposal condition is satisfied is output to the proposal area (C210).

[0229] The control unit (90) can determine whether the proposal conditions for each of the plurality of proposal contents (C212) are satisfied, and the proposal conditions may be diverse. For example, the proposal conditions may be conditions regarding time, conditions regarding temperature, conditions regarding amount, and various other conditions.

[0230] The above proposal conditions may be determined according to the content of the proposal content (C212). That is, the setting content of the option proposed in the proposal content (C212) may act favorably in the corresponding proposal conditions, and such proposal conditions may be pre-set in the control unit (90), so that the proposal content (C212) in which the proposal conditions are satisfied can be proposed to the user.

[0231] For example, FIG. 15 shows a proposed content (C212) for changing the water temperature option, and FIG. 16 shows a proposed content (C212) for applying the steam option. In one embodiment of the present invention, the proposed content (C212) is not necessarily limited to the above and may vary as needed.

[0232] Meanwhile, if there are multiple proposal contents (C212) among the above multiple proposal contents (C212) that satisfy each proposal condition, one of them may be displayed in the proposal area (C210) according to priority.

[0233] That is, one proposal content (C212) may be displayed in the proposal area (C210). That is, one proposal indicator (C214) and one proposal phrase (C213) may be displayed in the proposal area (C210). However, if necessary, multiple proposal contents (C212) may be displayed together in the proposal area (C210).

[0234] In one embodiment of the present invention, when a proposal content (C212) is displayed in a proposal area (C210), any one of the multiple proposal contents (C212) that satisfy the proposal conditions and have a higher priority may be displayed in the proposal area (C210).

[0235] The above priority can be pre-set in the control unit (90), and the control unit (90) can control the screen output unit (110) so that one of the multiple proposal contents (C212) satisfying the proposal conditions, which has the highest priority, is output to the proposal area (C210).

[0236] Priorities can be determined based on various criteria. For example, priorities may be determined based on adjustable options, simple additional options, and adjustable additional options; priority may be set high for safety-related proposal content (C212); and priority may be set high for energy efficiency-related options.

[0237] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, if at least one of the plurality of proposed contents (C212) corresponds to a specific time range with a period of one year, the proposed condition may be satisfied.

[0238] That is, the proposed content (C212) may be displayed in the proposed area (C210) only when the proposal conditions are met during a specific period of one year. An embodiment of the present invention can provide convenient option settings to the user by displaying the proposed content (C212) through a period condition with a one-year cycle.

[0239] For example, setting a period of one year can be advantageous for providing seasonal option settings in countries with four seasons. The four seasons are easy to distinguish in terms of characteristics such as temperature, and options based on these seasonal characteristics can be suggested to the user.

[0240] Furthermore, setting a period of one year may be advantageous for providing the user with the proposed content (C212) having an option setting that takes into account the specific climate during the period when a specific climate occurs during the year.

[0241] For example, although there may be some differences depending on the country, if a period during which precipitation particularly increases is specified based on one year, a proposal content (C212) can be provided to the user to propose an option setting suitable for high precipitation, that is, rainy weather, using that period as a proposal condition.

[0242] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, at least one proposed content (C212) may be pre-set in the control unit (90) so that the proposed condition is satisfied if it corresponds to a period including at least a portion of the month of July in one year.

[0243] Additionally, the proposed content (C212) having the above proposal conditions may correspond to a Steam option. That is, if the above proposal conditions are satisfied, a proposal for a Steam option may be displayed in the proposal area (C210).

[0244] Although it may vary by country, the period including at least part of July of the year may generally have high temperatures, and therefore the possibility of sweat being absorbed into the clothing being fed into the clothing processing device (1) increases.

[0245] In other words, clothing requiring treatment during that period may be highly contaminated or have a higher risk of bacterial growth due to temperature; in such cases, applying a steam option can improve washing quality or provide a sterilization effect.

[0246] That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, at least one of the plurality of proposed contents (C212) may propose to the user to apply the Steam option by satisfying the proposal conditions during a period including at least part of July.

[0247] However, the period including July is intended to explain the characteristics of the proposal and is not necessarily limited to July but may include various periods such as June and August, and furthermore, the proposed conditions may be satisfied through current temperatures, etc., instead of a period with a one-year cycle.

[0248] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, if at least one of the plurality of proposed contents (C212) corresponds to a specific time range with a period of one week, the proposed condition may be satisfied. That is, in one embodiment of the present invention, the proposed condition may be a period with a period of one week, one day, etc., in addition to a period with a period of one year.

[0249] Setting a period of one week may be advantageous for suggesting options to the user based on the characteristics of each day of the week. For example, the suggestion conditions for the suggested content (C212) can be satisfied within a time range that includes at least Sunday, and when the suggested area (C210) is selected, the washing intensity of the course can be increased.

[0250] That is, the above proposed conditions can be satisfied within a period including Sunday, and the proposed content (C212) can suggest to the user to change the setting value of the 'washing intensity option' corresponding to the adjustable option to 'strong'.

[0251] Sundays may be days off for working adults, there is a possibility that weekly laundry will accumulate, and additionally, users are likely to have more free time compared to other days of the week.

[0252] Accordingly, one embodiment of the present invention may provide a user with a proposal content (C212) that suggests changing the washing intensity option to 'strong' so that strong washing power is provided even if more time is consumed by the user, based on a holiday that repeats with a cycle of one week and the proposed condition is satisfied.

[0253] As described above, one embodiment of the present invention can effectively improve user convenience by providing the user with options based on the characteristics of each day of the week, as the proposed condition is set to a specific period range with a cycle of one week.

[0254] Meanwhile, if the proposed condition is a specific time range with a period of one day, the proposed content (C212) having the proposed condition can provide the user with options based on the characteristics of each time period of the day.

[0255] For example, if the proposed content (C212) corresponds to a specific time range with a cycle of one day, the proposed condition is satisfied, and if the proposed area (C210) is selected, the washing intensity of the course may be reduced.

[0256] For example, the aforementioned specific time range may include a time representing late evening or dawn when people go to sleep. That is, the proposed content (C212) may satisfy the proposed condition within a time range including midnight and may suggest to the user to change the setting value of the washing intensity option to 'weak'.

[0257] A washing course performed during the time when people are sleeping may disturb sleep through noise and vibration, and accordingly, one embodiment of the present invention may suggest to the user, through the proposed content (C212), to reduce vibration and noise by changing the setting value of the washing intensity option to "weak" during the time when people are sleeping.

[0258] Meanwhile, FIG. 17 illustrates a process of changing the setting value of an option through an option setting screen (C250) according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0259] In addition to the simple method through the proposed area (C210), one embodiment of the present invention allows for a general method of changing the setting value of the corresponding option by outputting an option setting screen (C250).

[0260] FIG. 17(a) illustrates a course setting screen (C200) in which a plurality of adjustable options and their setting values ​​are displayed in an option information area (C202). When a touch input unit (123) is provided, that is, when a screen output unit (110) is provided to detect a user's touch signal on the screen, the option setting screen (C250) can be output by touching the option information area (C202).

[0261] In addition, if the option information area (C202) can be selected through a button unit (125) including the aforementioned movement button, in addition to the touch input unit (123), when the option information area (C202) is selected through the button unit (125), an option setting screen (C250) can be displayed.

[0262] FIG. 179(b) illustrates an option setting screen (C250) for an option that includes a plurality of option values ​​(C260). The option that includes a plurality of option values ​​(C260) may be an adjustable option or an additional adjustable option of the present invention, and the option setting screen (C250) may display a plurality of option values ​​(C260) for the option so that they can be selected.

[0263] When a touch input unit (123) is provided, the user can select one of the options displayed in the option setting area on the course setting screen (C200) of FIG. 17(a) and output an option setting screen (C250) for said one. Additionally, the user can select one of the options displayed in the option setting area through a button unit (125), etc.

[0264] In the option setting screen (C250), the user can select one of a plurality of option values ​​(C260) and set it as the setting value of the corresponding option. That is, the user can select one of the plurality of option values ​​(C260) and command the control unit (90) to make the one of them the setting value of the corresponding option.

[0265] The user can select one of the multiple option values ​​(C260) by touching the display or by using the button part (125), etc.

[0266] FIG. 17(c) illustrates a course setting screen (C200) after one option value (C260) is selected in the option setting screen (C250). In one embodiment of the present invention, the screen output unit (110) can output the course setting screen (C200) again when one option value (C260) is selected in the option setting screen (C250).

[0267] The setting value determined through the option setting screen (C250) can be displayed in the option information area (C202) of the course setting screen (C200). For example, the user can select any one of the adjustable options in the option information area (C202) to output the option setting screen (C250) from the screen output unit (110), and when any one of the option values ​​(C260) is selected in the option setting screen (C250), the course setting screen (C200) in which an option with the option value (C260) as the setting value is displayed can be output from the screen output unit (110).

[0268] In the above method, the user selects one option while the course setting screen (C200) is displayed, and selects one option value (C260) while the option setting screen (C250) is displayed.

[0269] The screen of the screen output unit (110) goes through a process of switching from the course setting screen (C200) to the option setting screen (C250), and then returning from the option setting screen (C250) back to the course setting screen (C200).

[0270] That is, when setting an option that allows changing the setting value without using the proposal area (C210), the user undergoes multiple operations of the input unit (120), and the screen output unit (110) also undergoes multiple screen switching processes.

[0271] Furthermore, if the user uses a button unit (125) that moves sequentially to selectable objects rather than a touch input unit (123), the number of times the user operates the input unit (120) can be greatly increased.

[0272] However, when a user changes the setting value of an option by selecting a proposed area (C210) according to one embodiment of the present invention, the user can perform the setting of the option with only one operation, and the screen output unit (110) does not need to perform a screen switching process, so the process for setting the option can be effectively shortened and convenience can be greatly improved.

[0273] Meanwhile, FIG. 18 illustrates a control panel (100) in which an additional function screen (C270) for selecting various additional functions is displayed on the screen output unit (110). The user can display the additional function screen (C270) by operating an additional function button (126) provided on the control panel (100).

[0274] FIG. 19 illustrates a process of setting options through the additional function screen (C270) according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0275] Multiple functions may be listed and displayed on the additional function screen (C270), and some of the options according to one embodiment of the present invention may be displayed so that they can be selected on the additional function screen (C270). For example, in the case of a Steam option corresponding to a simple additional option, it may be displayed so that it can be selected on the additional function screen (C270).

[0276] FIG. 19(a) illustrates an additional function screen (C270) that is output to a screen output unit (110) by operating an additional function button (126) according to an embodiment of the present invention. A plurality of functions are displayed on the additional function screen (C270), and some of the plurality of functions may be additional options such as steam options or reservation options.

[0277] FIG. 19(b) illustrates an option setting screen in which an option displayed on an additional function screen (C270) is selected by the user and output. FIG. 19(b) illustrates, as an example, an option setting screen (C250) for a steam option.

[0278] Since the Steam option is a simple additional option for which there is no option value (C260) that is a candidate for the setting value, the option setting screen (C250) may display two selectable objects corresponding to applied and not applied.

[0279] In other words, the option setting screen (C250) of the Steam option may display an applied option value indicating the applied status of the Steam option and an unapplied option value (C262) indicating the non-applied or disabled status of the Steam option.

[0280] However, in the case of an additional control option where there are multiple option values ​​(C260) that are candidates for setting values, such as a reservation option, multiple option values ​​(C260) may be displayed on an option setting screen (C250) that is output through an additional function screen (C270).

[0281] FIG. 19(c) illustrates an additional function screen (C270) that is output from a screen output unit (110) after one object is selected in an option setting screen (C250). In one embodiment of the present invention, the screen output unit (110) may return to the screen prior to the output of the option setting screen (C250) when one object is selected in the option setting screen (C250). The object displayed in the option setting screen (C250) refers to an object corresponding to the application or non-application of the corresponding option or corresponding to a plurality of option values ​​(C260).

[0282] FIG. 19(c) shows an additional function screen (C270) after 'Apply' of an option is selected in the option setting screen (C250). The additional function screen (C270) may display whether the above option has been applied.

[0283] That is, the user can output an additional function screen (C270) through the screen output unit (110) by operating an additional function button (126) on the course setting screen (C200), and can output an option setting screen (C250) by selecting additional options such as steam options on the additional function screen (C270), and can return to the additional function screen (C270) by selecting any one object on the option setting screen (C250).

[0284] FIG. 19(d) illustrates the screen of the screen output unit (110) being switched from the additional function screen (C270) to the course setting screen (C200). The user can exit the additional function screen (C270) and return to the course setting screen (C200) by operating the additional function button (126) or the like while the additional function screen (C270) is displayed.

[0285] As described above, in one embodiment of the present invention, in addition to applying options through the proposal area (C210), a method of applying options through the additional function screen (C270) may be performed. However, when using the additional function screen (C270) as described above, the process may be complex as multiple screen transitions are performed in the screen output unit (110), including outputting the additional function screen (C270), outputting the option setting screen (C250), returning to the additional function screen (C270), and returning to the course setting screen (C200).

[0286] Furthermore, the user may find it cumbersome to operate the input unit (120) multiple times, such as by operating the additional function button (126) multiple times, selecting an option on the additional function screen (C270), and then selecting a specific object on the option setting screen (C250).

[0287] Furthermore, if the user must sequentially move selectable objects using a move button, etc., the number of operations on the user's input unit (120) may increase significantly. That is, the process of setting simple additional options, etc. without using the suggestion area (C210), such as the additional function screen (C270), may be cumbersome and complex compared to the process of using the suggestion area (C210).

[0288] One embodiment of the present invention can improve the option setting process simply and conveniently by enabling simple additional options, which can be set through the additional function screen (C270), to be set by simply selecting the suggestion area (C210).

[0289] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present invention, when the proposal area (C210) is selected as described above, the setting value of the option may be changed or deselected and displayed. That is, one embodiment of the present invention can provide a simple and convenient process not only for applying or changing the option according to the proposal content (C212), but also for restoring the option changed by the proposal content (C212).

[0290] Meanwhile, FIG. 20 shows a flowchart illustrating a control method of a clothing processing device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention. Below, the control method of the clothing processing device (1) is described with reference to FIG. 20, provided that redundant details regarding the features of the clothing processing device (1) described above are omitted as much as possible.

[0291] A control method for a clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a course setting step (S100), a proposal step (S200), and a proposal application step (S400).

[0292] The course setting step (S100) can output a course setting screen (C200) that displays a course for processing clothing through the screen output unit (110). The control unit (90) can control the screen output unit (110) so that the course setting screen (C200) is output during the course setting process (P2) in which a course can be set after power is applied to the clothing processing device (1).

[0293] The proposal step (S200) may display proposal content (C212) that presents options that can be changed or additionally applied in the course in the proposal area (C210) of the course setting screen (C200). The options may be adjustable options or simple additional options. However, if necessary, a change in the setting value of the adjustable additional option may be proposed. The control unit (90) may control the screen output unit (110) so that the proposal content (C212) is displayed in the proposal area (C210) during the proposal step (S200).

[0294] In the proposal application step (S400), when the proposal area (C210) is selected, the setting value of the option may be changed or additionally applied on the course setting screen (C200). The option may be displayed in the option information area (C202), and the changed setting value may be displayed on the course setting screen (C200), or an indicator (C204) indicating the application status of the option may be displayed in the indicator area (C203).

[0295] When the control unit (90) determines that the proposal area (C210) is selected based on the input signal generated by the user in the proposal application step (S400), it can change the setting of the option for the course displayed on the course setting screen (C200) according to the proposal displayed in the proposal area (C210) or according to the proposal content according to the proposal content (C212).

[0296] In a control method for a clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention, when the proposal area (C210) is selected, the proposal in the proposal area (C210) is reflected and the option setting is performed without switching to an option setting screen (C250), etc. This is the same in the clothing processing device (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0297] The above proposal step (S200) may include a proposal condition judgment step (S210). In the proposal condition judgment step (S210), the control unit (90) can determine whether the proposal condition for displaying the proposal content (C212) in the proposal area (C210) is satisfied.

[0298] The above proposal conditions may be pre-set in the control unit (90), and the control unit (90) may determine whether the proposal conditions for each of the plurality of proposal contents (C212) are satisfied in the proposal condition judgment step (S210).

[0299] That is, the control unit (90) stores a plurality of proposed contents (C212), and in the proposed condition judgment step (S210), the control unit (90) can determine whether each of the plurality of proposed contents (C212) satisfies a control condition.

[0300] The proposal step (S200) may include a proposal display step (S220). In the proposal display step (S220), the control unit (90) may control the screen output unit (110) so that the proposal content (C212) for which each proposal condition among the plurality of proposal contents (C212) is satisfied in the proposal area (C210) is displayed.

[0301] In the above proposal display step (S220), if there are multiple proposal contents (C212) that satisfy each proposal condition, the control unit (90) may display only one of them in the proposal area (C210) according to the priority condition pre-set in the control unit (90).

[0302] The method of determining priority may vary, but if necessary, the control unit (90) may control the screen output unit (110) so that multiple proposed contents (C212) are displayed together in the proposed area (C210).

[0303] One embodiment of the present invention allows for the efficient display of the proposed content (C212) on a limited screen by assigning priority to the proposed content (C212). In the proposal application step (S400), the control unit (90) can control the screen output unit (110) so that the image of the proposed area (C210) changes according to the reflection state of the proposed content (C212).

[0304] Furthermore, in the proposal application step (S400), the control unit (90) can control the screen output unit (110) so that when the proposal content (C212) is reflected, the color of the proposal indicator (C214) indicating an option in the proposal area (C210) is changed.

[0305] Although the present invention has been illustrated and described in relation to specific embodiments, it will be obvious to those skilled in the art that the present invention can be modified and changed in various ways without departing from the technical spirit of the invention as provided by the following claims. Explanation of the symbols

[0306] 1 : Clothing processing device 2 : First processing device 3 : Second processing unit 4 : Server 5 : Terminal 10 : Cabinet 12 : Clothing opening 15 : Clothing door 20 : Drum 25 : Drum opening 30 : Tub 35 : Tub opening 40 : Water supply unit 50 : Detergent supply unit 60 : Drainage section 70 : Driving section 80 : 2nd Cabinet 85 : 2nd Drum 90 : Control unit 100 : Control panel 110 : Screen output unit 120 : Input unit 123 : Touch input section 125 : Button section 126 : Additional function button 127 : Switch button C100: Start screen C110: Welcome screen C200: Course Selection Screen C201: Course Name Area C202: Option Information Area C203: Indicator Area C204 : Indicator C210 : Proposal Area C212 : Proposal Content C213 : Proposal Text C214: Proposal Indicator C215: Course Description Text C250 : Option settings screen C260 : Option value C262 : Disable option value C270 : Additional features screen C310: Time information area C320: Status display area C330: Progress status bar S100: Course setting stage S200: Proposal Stage S210: Proposal Condition Judgment Stage S220: Proposal display stage S300: Option setting stage S400: Proposal Application Stage

Claims

Claim 1 A clothing processing device comprising: a cabinet; a drum rotatably provided inside the cabinet and receiving clothing; and a screen output unit provided in the cabinet and outputting a screen, wherein the screen output unit outputs a course setting screen that provides information for processing clothing, and the course setting screen includes a course name area in which the name of a course for processing clothing is displayed, and a suggestion area in which options that can be changed or additionally applied to the course displayed in the course name area are suggested, and when the suggestion area is selected, the setting value of the option is changed or the option is additionally applied and displayed on the course setting screen. Claim 2 A garment processing device according to claim 1, wherein the course setting screen further includes an indicator area in which an indicator corresponding to the option appears when the option is additionally applied. Claim 3 In claim 1, the above course setting screen further includes an option setting area in which the setting value of the above option, which is changed when the above proposal area is selected, is displayed. Claim 4 In claim 1, the screen output unit is a clothing processing device in which, when the proposal area is selected, the proposal reflection status for the option in the proposal area is displayed. Claim 5 In paragraph 4, the above screen output unit is a clothing processing device in which, when the above proposal area is selected again while the above proposal reflection state is displayed, the above option’s proposal non-reflection state is displayed. Claim 6 A clothing processing device according to claim 1, wherein a proposal indicator representing the option is displayed in the proposal area, and the proposal indicator is displayed as different images before and after the selection of the proposal area. Claim 7 In claim 6, the proposed indicator is a clothing processing device having different colors in the active and inactive states of the proposed area. Claim 8 In claim 6, the above proposal indicator is a clothing processing device that displays a blinking motion with alternating different colors when the above proposal area is selected. Claim 9 A garment processing device according to claim 1, wherein the proposal area displays a proposal indicator indicating the option and a proposal phrase for proposing the option. Claim 10 In paragraph 9, the proposed indicator is a garment processing device defined by including at least a portion of the proposed phrase. Claim 11 In item 10, the above proposal indicator is a clothing processing device comprising a border that distinguishes from each other at least part and the remainder of the above proposal phrase. Claim 12 A clothing processing device according to claim 1, wherein the screen output unit is configured to detect a user's touch signal on the screen, and when the touch signal occurs in at least a part of the proposed area, the setting value of the option is changed or the option is additionally applied and displayed. Claim 13 A clothing processing device according to claim 1, further comprising an input unit provided in the cabinet and generating a user input signal for selecting the proposal area. Claim 14 In claim 1, the garment processing device further comprises a button section provided in the cabinet and operated by a user to generate an input signal, wherein the proposed area is selected according to the input signal. Claim 15 A clothing processing device according to claim 1, wherein the screen output unit displays proposal content including the name of the option or a phrase proposing the option in the proposal area, and the proposal content is provided in a plurality of different proposal conditions for displaying in the proposal area. Claim 16 A clothing processing device according to claim 15, wherein if there are multiple proposal contents among the above multiple proposal contents that satisfy each proposal condition, one of them is displayed in the proposal area according to priority. Claim 17 In Clause 15, the above-mentioned proposed content is a clothing processing device in which the above-mentioned proposed conditions are satisfied if it corresponds to a specific time range with a one-year cycle. Claim 18 In Clause 17, the specific time range includes at least a portion of July, and the option is a garment processing device corresponding to a steam option for the course. Claim 19 In Clause 15, the above-mentioned proposed content is a clothing processing device in which the above-mentioned proposed conditions are satisfied if it corresponds to a specific time range with a period of one week. Claim 20 A garment processing device according to claim 19, wherein the specific time range includes at least Sunday, and the washing intensity of the course is increased when the proposed area is selected. Claim 21 A garment processing device according to claim 15, wherein the proposed content satisfies the proposed condition when it corresponds to a specific time range with a cycle of one day, and the washing intensity of the course is reduced when the proposed area is selected. Claim 22 A clothing processing device comprising: a cabinet; a drum rotatably provided inside the cabinet and receiving clothing; and a screen output unit provided in the cabinet and outputting a screen, wherein the screen output unit outputs a course setting screen that provides information for processing clothing, and the course setting screen includes a course name area in which the name of a course for processing clothing is displayed, and a suggestion area in which an option applied to the course displayed in the course name area is suggested to be changeable or deactivated, and when the suggestion area is selected, the setting value of the option is changed or deactivated and displayed. Claim 23 A method for controlling a clothing processing device comprising a cabinet, a drum provided inside the cabinet for receiving clothing, and a screen output unit provided in the cabinet for outputting a screen, the method comprising: a course setting step of outputting a course setting screen including a course name area in which the name of a course for processing clothing is displayed through the screen output unit; a proposal step of displaying proposal content in a proposal area of ​​the course setting screen that proposes options that can be changed or additionally applied to the course displayed in the course name area; and a proposal application step in which, when the proposal area is selected, the setting value of the option is changed or additionally applied in the course setting screen; wherein, if the proposal area is selected again after the proposal application step, the changed or additionally applied option is canceled. Claim 24 In claim 23, the proposal step comprises a proposal condition determination step in which a control unit determines whether a proposal condition for displaying the proposal content in the proposal area is satisfied; wherein the control unit stores a plurality of proposal contents, and in the proposal condition determination step, the control unit determines whether each of the plurality of proposal contents satisfies a control condition. Claim 25 In claim 24, the proposal step further comprises a proposal display step in which the control unit controls the screen output unit so that a proposal content among the plurality of proposal contents, for which each proposal condition is satisfied, is displayed in the proposal area; and in the proposal display step, when there are multiple proposal contents satisfying each proposal condition, only one of them is displayed in the proposal area according to a priority condition pre-set in the control unit. Claim 26 A method for controlling a clothing processing device according to claim 23, further comprising a control unit connected to the screen output unit and controlling the screen output unit, wherein the control unit controls the screen output unit so that the image of the proposal area changes according to the reflection state of the proposal content in the proposal application step. Claim 27 A method for controlling a clothing processing device according to claim 26, wherein in the proposal application step, the control unit controls the screen output unit so that when the proposal content is reflected, the color of the proposal indicator indicating an option in the proposal area is changed.

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