Electronic device and method by which electronic device shares object

Abstract

This electronic device may comprise: a first housing; a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing; a processor; and a memory for storing instructions, wherein the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the electronic device to: display a plurality of objects on a main display; identify selection of at least one object from among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display; enter a first sharing mode for transmitting at least one object, if a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is included in the range of a designated folding angle; detect an external electronic device through a communication circuit in the first sharing mode; identify that the external electronic device allows reception of the at least one object; and transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the communication circuit.

Description

Electronic devices and methods for sharing objects on electronic devices

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an electronic device and a method for sharing objects in the electronic device.

[0002] Objects stored on an electronic device (e.g., photos and / or videos) can be shared with external electronic devices in a variety of ways.

[0003] In order to share the object with the external electronic device, the electronic device may display multiple sharing methods when the user confirms selection of a share button after selecting the object.

[0004] When the electronic device confirms selection of a sharing method by the user among the plurality of sharing methods, the electronic device detects and displays at least one external electronic device capable of sharing the object using the sharing method selected by the user, and transmits and shares the object after establishing communication with the external electronic device selected by the user among the at least one external electronic device.

[0005] Sharing with external electronic devices is convenient and intuitive based on the folding angle of the electronic device.

[0006] According to one embodiment, an electronic device may include a communication circuit, a first housing, a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing, a main display including a first display area supported by the first housing and a second display area supported by the second housing, a sub-display supported by the first housing configured to display a screen in a different direction from the first display area, a processor, and a memory storing instructions. When executed by the processor, the instructions may cause the electronic device to display a plurality of objects on the main display. When executed by the processor, the instructions may cause the electronic device to confirm a selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display. When executed by the processor, the instructions may cause the electronic device to enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing falls within a range of a specified folding angle.

[0007] The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to detect an external electronic device through the communication circuit in the first sharing mode. The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to confirm whether the external electronic device allows reception of the at least one object. The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to detect an external electronic device that allows reception of the at least one object. The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the electronic device to transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the communication circuit.

[0008] A method for sharing an object in an electronic device according to an embodiment may include an operation of displaying a plurality of objects on a main display of the electronic device. The method according to an embodiment may include an operation of confirming a selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display. The method according to an embodiment may include an operation of entering a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when a folding angle between a first housing of the electronic device and a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing is within a range of a specified folding angle. The method according to an embodiment may include:

[0009] The method may include detecting an external electronic device through a communication circuit of the electronic device in the first sharing mode. In one embodiment, the method may include confirming permission for reception of the at least one object from the external electronic device. In one embodiment, the method may include transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device through the communication circuit.

[0010] In one embodiment, a non-volatile storage medium storing commands may include commands that, when executed by an electronic device, cause the electronic device to perform at least one operation, wherein the at least one operation may include an operation of displaying a plurality of objects on a main display of the electronic device. The at least one operation according to one embodiment may include an operation of confirming a selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display. The at least one operation according to one embodiment may include an operation of entering a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when a folding angle between a first housing of the electronic device and a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing is within a range of a specified folding angle. The at least one operation according to one embodiment may include an operation of detecting an external electronic device through a communication circuit of the electronic device in the first sharing mode. The at least one operation according to one embodiment may include an operation of confirming permission for reception of the at least one object from the external electronic device. According to one embodiment, the at least one operation may include transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

[0011] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device within a network environment according to one embodiment.

[0012] FIGS. 2A, 2B and 2C illustrate various folding states of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0013] Figure 3 is a block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0014] FIGS. 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, and 4F are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0015] FIGS. 5A, 5B, 5C, and 5D are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0016] FIGS. 6A, 6B, 6C, and 6D are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0017] FIGS. 7A, 7B, 7C, and 7D are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0018] FIGS. 8A and 8B are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a second sharing mode for receiving an object in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0019] FIGS. 9A and 9B are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a second sharing mode for object reception in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0020] FIGS. 10A, 10B, and 10C are drawings for explaining an operation of displaying an external electronic device for sharing an object in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0021] FIGS. 11A and 11B are drawings for explaining an operation of displaying an external electronic device for sharing an object in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0022] FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, and 12d are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object using a mirroring function of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0023] FIGS. 13a and 13b are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object using a mirroring function of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0024] FIGS. 14a, 14b, 14c, 14d, 14e, 14f, and 14g are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a sharing mode in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0025] FIG. 15 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0026] FIG. 16 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0027] FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of sharing an object in a second sharing mode for receiving an object in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0028] FIG. 1 is a block diagram of an electronic device (101) within a network environment (100) according to an embodiment. Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment (100), the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (102) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network), or may communicate with at least one of the electronic device (104) or the server (108) via a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range wireless communication network). According to an embodiment, the electronic device (101) may communicate with the electronic device (104) via the server (108). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (101) may include a processor (120), a memory (130), an input module (150), an audio output module (155), a display module (160), an audio module (170), a sensor module (176), an interface (177), a connection terminal (178), a haptic module (179), a camera module (180), a power management module (188), a battery (189), a communication module (190), a subscriber identification module (196), or an antenna module (197). In some embodiments, the electronic device (101) may omit at least one of these components (e.g., the connection terminal (178)), or may have one or more other components added. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., the sensor module (176), the camera module (180), or the antenna module (197)) may be integrated into one component (e.g., the display module (160)).

[0029] The processor (120) may control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (101) connected to the processor (120) by executing, for example, software (e.g., a program (140)), and may perform various data processing or calculations. According to one embodiment, as at least a part of the data processing or calculation, the processor (120) may store a command or data received from another component (e.g., a sensor module (176) or a communication module (190)) in a volatile memory (132), process the command or data stored in the volatile memory (132), and store the resulting data in a non-volatile memory (134). According to one embodiment, the processor (120) may include a main processor (121) (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or a secondary processor (123) (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor) that can operate independently or together therewith. For example, if the electronic device (101) includes a main processor (121) and a secondary processor (123), the secondary processor (123) may be configured to use less power than the main processor (121) or to be specialized for a specified function. The secondary processor (123) may be implemented separately from the main processor (121) or as a part thereof.

[0030] The auxiliary processor (123) may control at least a part of functions or states associated with at least one component (e.g., a display module (160), a sensor module (176), or a communication module (190)) of the electronic device (101), for example, on behalf of the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or together with the main processor (121) while the main processor (121) is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., an image signal processor or a communication processor) may be implemented as a part of another functionally related component (e.g., a camera module (180) or a communication module (190)). In one embodiment, the auxiliary processor (123) (e.g., a neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. The artificial intelligence models may be generated through machine learning. This learning can be performed, for example, on the electronic device (101) itself where the artificial intelligence model is executed, or can be performed through a separate server (e.g., server (108)). The learning algorithm can include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but is not limited to the examples described above. The artificial intelligence model can include multiple artificial neural network layers.The artificial neural network may be one of a deep neural network (DNN), a convolutional neural network (CNN), a recurrent neural network (RNN), a restricted Boltzmann machine (RBM), a deep belief network (DBN), a bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), a deep Q-network, or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to, or alternatively to, a hardware structure, an artificial intelligence model may include a software structure.

[0031] The memory (130) can store various data used by at least one component (e.g., processor (120) or sensor module (176)) of the electronic device (101). The data can include, for example, software (e.g., program (140)) and input data or output data for commands related thereto. The memory (130) can include volatile memory (132) or non-volatile memory (134).

[0032] The program (140) may be stored as software in the memory (130) and may include, for example, an operating system (142), middleware (144), or an application (146).

[0033] The input module (150) can receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device (101) (e.g., a processor (120)) from an external source (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The input module (150) can include, for example, a microphone, a mouse, a keyboard, a key (e.g., a button), or a digital pen (e.g., a stylus pen).

[0034] The audio output module (155) can output audio signals to the outside of the electronic device (101). The audio output module (155) can include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. The speaker can be used for general purposes, such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver can be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of the speaker.

[0035] The display module (160) can visually provide information to an external party (e.g., a user) of the electronic device (101). The display module (160) may include, for example, a display, a holographic device, or a projector and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module (160) may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of a force generated by the touch.

[0036] The audio module (170) can convert sound into an electrical signal, or vice versa, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module (170) can acquire sound through the input module (150), output sound through the sound output module (155), or an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)) (e.g., speaker or headphone) directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device (101).

[0037] The sensor module (176) can detect the operating status (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device (101) or the external environmental status (e.g., user status) and generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected status. According to one embodiment, the sensor module (176) can include, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or an illuminance sensor.

[0038] The interface (177) may support one or more designated protocols that may be used to directly or wirelessly connect the electronic device (101) with an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (102)). In one embodiment, the interface (177) may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

[0039] The connection terminal (178) may include a connector through which the electronic device (101) may be physically connected to an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102)). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal (178) may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (e.g., a headphone connector).

[0040] A haptic module (179) can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimuli (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimuli that a user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic sensations. According to one embodiment, the haptic module (179) can include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

[0041] The camera module (180) can capture still images and videos. According to one embodiment, the camera module (180) may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

[0042] The power management module (188) can manage power supplied to the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, the power management module (188) can be implemented as, for example, at least a part of a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

[0043] A battery (189) may power at least one component of the electronic device (101). In one embodiment, the battery (189) may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

[0044] The communication module (190) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device (102), electronic device (104), or server (108)), and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. The communication module (190) may operate independently from the processor (120) (e.g., application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module (190) may include a wireless communication module (192) (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (194) (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module can communicate with an external electronic device (104) via a first network (198) (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (199) (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These various types of communication modules can be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module (192) can verify or authenticate the electronic device (101) within a communication network such as the first network (198) or the second network (199) by using subscriber information (e.g., an international mobile subscriber identity (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module (196).

[0045] The wireless communication module (192) can support 5G networks and next-generation communication technologies following the 4G network, such as NR access technology (new radio access technology). The NR access technology can support high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and connection of multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low-latency communications)). The wireless communication module (192) can support, for example, a high-frequency band (e.g., mmWave band) to achieve a high data transmission rate. The wireless communication module (192) can support various technologies for securing performance in a high-frequency band, such as beamforming, massive multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), full dimensional MIMO (FD-MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module (192) can support various requirements specified in the electronic device (101), an external electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (104)), or a network system (e.g., the second network (199)). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module (192) may support a peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for eMBB realization, a loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for mMTC realization, or a U-plane latency (e.g., 0.5 ms or less for downlink (DL) and uplink (UL), or 1 ms or less for round trip) for URLLC realization.

[0046] The antenna module (197) can transmit or receive signals or power to or from an external device (e.g., an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include an antenna including a radiator formed of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (e.g., a PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may include a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network, such as the first network (198) or the second network (199), may be selected from the plurality of antennas, for example, by the communication module (190). A signal or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module (190) and an external electronic device via the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, another component (e.g., a radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as a part of the antenna module (197).

[0047] In one embodiment, the antenna module (197) may form a mmWave antenna module. In one embodiment, the mmWave antenna module may include a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent a first side (e.g., a bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., a mmWave band), and a plurality of antennas (e.g., an array antenna) disposed on or adjacent a second side (e.g., a top side or a side side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high frequency band.

[0048] At least some of the above components can be interconnected and exchange signals (e.g., commands or data) with each other via a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., a bus, GPIO (general purpose input and output), SPI (serial peripheral interface), or MIPI (mobile industry processor interface)).

[0049] According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device (101) and an external electronic device (104) via a server (108) connected to a second network (199). Each of the external electronic devices (102 or 104) may be the same or a different type of device as the electronic device (101). According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations executed in the electronic device (101) may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices (102, 104, or 108). For example, when the electronic device (101) is to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device (101) may, instead of or in addition to executing the function or service itself, request one or more external electronic devices to perform the function or at least a part of the service. One or more external electronic devices that receive the request may execute at least a portion of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device (101). The electronic device (101) may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least a portion of a response to the request. For this purpose, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology may be used, for example. The electronic device (101) may provide an ultra-low latency service by using distributed computing or mobile edge computing, for example. In another embodiment, the external electronic device (104) may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. The server (108) may be an intelligent server utilizing machine learning and / or a neural network. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device (104) or the server (108) may be included in the second network (199).The electronic device (101) can be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

[0050] FIGS. 2A, 2B and 2C illustrate various folding states of an electronic device (101) according to one embodiment.

[0051] Referring to FIGS. 2A, 2B, and 2C, an electronic device (101) according to an embodiment may include a first housing (210) and a second housing (220) that are rotatably coupled to each other. According to an embodiment, the electronic device (101) may identify a direction in which the screen of the electronic device (101) will be displayed or a direction in which the screen will not be displayed, based on a folding state of the electronic device (101).

[0052] An electronic device (101) according to one embodiment may be a foldable device in which a plurality of housings (210, 220) are rotatably coupled to each other. According to one embodiment, a main display (230) of the electronic device (101) is a flexible display that can be folded, and may be positioned on a plane in which the plurality of housings (210, 220) are folded. According to one embodiment, the main display (230) of the electronic device (101) may include a first display area (231) supported by a second housing (220) and a second display area (233) supported by the first housing (210).

[0053] According to one embodiment, the sub-display (240) of the electronic device (101) may be positioned on the back surface of a portion of the main display (230) on the opposite side of the plane in which the plurality of housings (210, 220) are folded. According to one embodiment, the sub-display (240) of the electronic device (101) may be supported by the first housing (210) that is set to display a screen in a different direction from the first display area of ​​the main display (230).

[0054] According to one embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 2b, the electronic device (101) may be in an unfolding state in which the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are positioned laterally parallel so that the main display (230) unfolds in a planar direction.

[0055] According to one embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 2c, the electronic device (101) may be in a folding state in which the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) are positioned in the vertical direction so that at least a portion of the main display (230) is in contact with each other. In the folding state of the electronic device (101) according to one embodiment, the main display (230) may be folded so as to be in contact with each other, thereby not being visually exposed to the outside.

[0056] According to one embodiment, as illustrated in FIG. 2A, the electronic device (101) may be in a partially folded state that is rotated and / or fixed at various angles between the unfolded state and the folded state.

[0057] Figure 3 is a block diagram of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0058] Referring to FIG. 3 above, an electronic device (301) (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1, 2A, 2B, and 2C) may include a processor (320), a main display (330), a sub-display (340), a memory (350), and a communication circuit (390) including a first communication circuit (391) and a second communication circuit (393).

[0059] According to one embodiment, an electronic device (301) may be provided with a main display (330) on the front (e.g., the main display (230) of FIGS. 2A and 2B) and a sub-display (340) on the back (e.g., the sub-display (240) of FIG. 2C). According to one embodiment, by rotating (e.g., flipping) the electronic device (301), the display visually exposed to the user may be switched between the main display (330) and the sub-display (340).

[0060] According to one embodiment, the electronic device (301) can rotate the main display (330) and / or the sub-display (340) by at least a portion of folding, thereby changing the screen display direction. According to one embodiment, the main display (330) can be a flexible display that is folded by folding the electronic device (301), and the sub-display (340) can be located on the back surface of a portion of the main display (330).

[0061] According to one embodiment, the main display (330) can display a screen including visual information on one side of the electronic device (301). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (301) has a shape extending in a plane direction, and the main display (330) can be arranged in one direction of the extended plane.

[0062] According to one embodiment, the main display (330) may be a foldable flexible display, and may be folded by rotation between a plurality of housings (e.g., the first housing (210) and the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) that are rotatably coupled to each other. According to one embodiment, the flexible type main display (330) may be rollable, foldable, or bendable.

[0063] According to one embodiment, the main display (330) may be divided into a plurality of display areas and may be folded based on the plurality of display areas. According to one embodiment, the electronic device (301) may be a foldable device that is composed of a plurality of housings (e.g., the second housings (210) and (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) corresponding to a first display area (e.g., the first display area (231) of FIGS. 2A and 2B) and a second display area (e.g., the second display area (233) of FIGS. 2A and 2B) of the main display (330), and may be folded in a direction in which the first display area and the second display area of ​​the main display (330) become adjacent to each other by rotation of the plurality of housings.

[0064] According to one embodiment, the sub-display (340) can display a screen including visual information on the other side of the electronic device (301). According to one embodiment, the electronic device (301) has a shape extending in a planar direction, and the sub-display (340) can be arranged on the back of the main display (330) or a portion of the main display (330) so as to display a screen in a direction opposite to the main display (330) or a portion of the main display (330). For example, the sub-display (340) can be formed to be relatively smaller than the main display (330). For example, when the electronic device (301) is a foldable device, the sub-display (340) can correspond to a portion of a plurality of housings (e.g., the second housing (210) and the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) so as to correspond to a first display area or a second display area of ​​the main display (210).

[0065] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may perform overall control operations of the electronic device (101). The processor (320) according to one embodiment may execute software (e.g., the program (140) of FIG. 1) to control at least one other component (e.g., a hardware or software component) of the electronic device (301) connected to the processor (320), and may perform data processing or calculations based on instructions. An instruction according to one embodiment may include a command configured in a machine language that can be processed by the electronic device (301) or the processor (320). For example, the instruction may include a command corresponding to an operation instruction used in a program. According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may include at least one of an application processor (AP), a central processing unit (CPU), a graphic processing unit (GPU), a display processing unit (DPU), or a neural processing unit (NPU), and may include various types of processors without being limited to those described. According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the processor (120) of FIG. 1.

[0066] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may confirm selection of at least one object, and if a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is within a range of a specified folding angle, enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object, and transmit the at least one object to an external electronic device that has permitted reception of the at least one object in the first sharing mode.

[0067] According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may confirm at least one object selected by the user among a plurality of objects (e.g., photos and / or videos) stored in the memory (350) in a first state (e.g., the unfolded state of FIG. 2b or the folded state of FIG. 2c) in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within the range of the specified folding angle. According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may confirm selection of the at least one object by the user while displaying the plurality of objects stored in the memory (350) on the main display (330) and may enter the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when confirming a second state (e.g., the partially folded state of FIG. 2a and the state within the range of the specified folding angle) in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within the range of the specified folding angle.

[0068] According to an embodiment, when the processor (320) changes from a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2b or a folding state of FIG. 2c) in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of a specified folding angle while displaying at least one object displayed on the sub-display (340) to a second state (e.g., a partial folding state of FIG. 2a and a state within a range of a specified folding angle) in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of a specified folding angle, the processor (320) may enter a first sharing mode for transmitting at least one object displayed on the sub-display (340).

[0069] The range of the above-mentioned specified folding angle according to one embodiment represents a range for entering the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object, and may be set to, for example, a range of the specified folding angle of 70 degrees to 120 degrees, but is not limited thereto.

[0070] The first sharing mode according to one embodiment may represent a sharing mode (e.g., transmission mode) that transmits at least one object to an external electronic device located within a specified range (e.g., a range within which short-range communication is possible) based on the location of the electronic device (301) using short-range communication through a communication circuit (390).

[0071] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may, when entering the first sharing mode, perform a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through the first communication circuit (391), and may detect the external electronic device in the search operation.

[0072] According to an embodiment, when the processor (320) enters the first sharing mode, it may display the at least one object in the first display area of ​​the main display (330) and provide a touch pad in the second display area of ​​the main display (330). According to an embodiment, when the processor (320) detects the external electronic device through the first communication circuit (391), it may display the at least one object in the first display area of ​​the main display (330) and display a pop-up window in the second display area of ​​the main display (330) that may receive a user's selection for transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device. According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may display the pop-up window in a part of the first display area of ​​the main display (330) that displays the at least one object (e.g., an upper area or a lower area). According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may display the at least one object in the second display area of ​​the main display (330) and display a pop-up window in the first display area of ​​the main display (330) that may receive a user's selection for transmission of the at least one object to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device. According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may display the pop-up window in a portion (e.g., an upper area or a lower area) of the second display area of ​​the main display (330) that displays the at least one object.According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may confirm the user's permission to transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the pop-up window, and, upon confirming the user's permission to receive the at least one object from the external electronic device, may establish communication with the external electronic device through the second communication circuit (393) and transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0073] According to one embodiment, when entering the first sharing mode, the processor (320) may display the at least one object in a first display area of ​​the main display (330), display a first indicator for sharing the object with an external electronic device in a first area of ​​a second display area of ​​the main display (330), and provide a touch pad in a second area of ​​the second display area of ​​the main display (330). According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may display the first indicator in a part of the first display area of ​​the main display (330) that displays the at least one object (e.g., an upper area or a lower area). According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may display the at least one object in a second display area of ​​the main display (330), display a first indicator for sharing the object with an external electronic device in a first area of ​​the first display area of ​​the main display (330), and provide a touch pad in a second area of ​​the first display area of ​​the main display (330). According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may display the first indicator in a part of the second display area of ​​the main display (330) that displays the at least one object (e.g., an upper area or a lower area). According to one embodiment, the processor (320), upon confirming selection of the first indicator, detects an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through the first communication circuit (391), and upon confirming permission to receive the at least one object from the external electronic device, establishes communication with the external electronic device through the second communication circuit (393) and transmits the at least one object to the external electronic device.According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may display the at least one object in a first display area of ​​the main display (330) while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device, display a first indicator capable of sharing the object with the external electronic device in a first area of ​​a second display area of ​​the main display (330), and display a pop-up window notifying that the at least one object is being transmitted to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device in a second area of ​​the second display area of ​​the main display (330).

[0074] According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may, after confirming a user's selection for transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device (e.g., a user's selection for transmitting the at least one object through a pop-up window or a user's selection for a first indicator for sharing), determine whether reception of the at least one object is permitted based on first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit (391). According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may, if a user of the external electronic device confirms permission for reception of the at least one object based on the first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit (391), transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the second communication circuit (393). According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may transmit at least one object to the external electronic device through the second communication circuit (393) when it detects that the folding angle of the external electronic device is within a range of a specified folding angle based on the first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit (391).

[0075] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may display the at least one object in a first area of ​​the sub-display (340) while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device, and display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device (301) and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of transmission of the at least one object in a second area of ​​the sub-display (340).

[0076] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) displays the at least one object in the first area of ​​the sub-display (340) while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device, so that a user of the external electronic device can easily check in advance the at least one object being shared (received).

[0077] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device and the external electronic device, or second information indicating a progress status of transmission of the at least one object, in a second area that overlaps or does not overlap with the first area of ​​the sub-display (340) while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0078] According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may display the first information indicating the communication connection status as a second indicator classified according to the communication connection status. For example, when the processor (320) classifies the communication connection status into high / medium / low based on signal strength while the communication is connected to the external electronic device, the processor (320) may display the high / medium / low status by distinguishing it with color, by distinguishing it with numbers, or by distinguishing it with icons.

[0079] According to an embodiment, when the communication connection status with the external electronic device is below a reference state, the processor (320) may display a UI notifying a movement of the position of the electronic device in the first area or the second area of ​​the sub-display (340) to raise the communication connection status with the external electronic device to above the reference state. For example, when the communication connection status with the external electronic device is classified into high / medium / low based on signal strength while the communication connection status is connected, the processor (320) may display a UI (user interface) notifying a movement of the position of the electronic device to raise the communication connection status with the external electronic device to above the reference state when the communication connection status is detected as “low.” For example, when the processor (320) detects the external electronic device using the UWB communication circuit included in the first communication circuit (391), the processor (320) receives a ranging response signal from the external electronic device through a plurality of antennas of the electronic device, and determines distance information and direction information (e.g., AOA (arrival of angle)), which are positioning information of the external electronic device, by using the difference between the first reception time of the ranging response signal received through the first antenna among the plurality of antennas and the second reception time of the ranging response signal received through the second antenna among the plurality of antennas. Therefore, the processor (320) can display the direction or location in which the electronic device will move as a UI in order to enhance the communication connection status with the external electronic device.

[0080] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may provide information about the location to which the electronic device is to be moved, including a message and / or image, to the UI for indicating the direction or location to which the electronic device is to be moved.

[0081] According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may display the second information indicating the progress status of the transmission of the at least one object as a third indicator differentiated according to the progress status of the transmission. For example, the processor (320) may display the progress status of the transmission of the at least one object using a progress bar or a number, but is not limited thereto and may display the progress status of the transmission of the at least one object in various ways that can be provided by an electronic device.

[0082] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may enter a second sharing mode for receiving the at least one object when a folding angle between the first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and the second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is within a range of the specified folding angles.

[0083] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may enter a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object from an external electronic device when the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing changes from a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2b or a folding state of FIG. 2c) in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of the specified folding angle, to a second state (e.g., a partially folded state of FIG. 2a and a state within a range of the specified folding angle).

[0084] According to one embodiment, the second sharing mode may represent a sharing mode that receives at least one object from an external electronic device located within a specified range (e.g., a range capable of performing short-range communication) based on the location of the electronic device using short-range communication via a communication circuit (390).

[0085] According to one embodiment, when the processor (320) enters the second sharing mode, it may detect the external electronic device through the first communication circuit (391) and establish communication with the external electronic device through the second communication circuit (393). According to one embodiment, while receiving at least one object from the external electronic device, the processor (320) may display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection between the electronic device and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of reception of the at least one object on the first display area or the second display area of ​​the main display (330) and the sub-display (340).

[0086] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) displays at least one of first information indicating a communication connection between the electronic device (301) and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of reception of the at least one object on the sub-display (340), so that a user of the external electronic device can check the progress status of reception of the at least one object on the electronic device (301).

[0087] According to one embodiment, when the reception of the at least one object from the external electronic device is completed, the processor (320) may display the at least one object on the first display area or the second display area of ​​the main display (330) and the sub-display (340).

[0088] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) displays the at least one object on the sub-display (340), so that a user of the external electronic device can confirm that the at least one object has been successfully received by the electronic device (301).

[0089] According to one embodiment, when displaying at least one external electronic device detected to share (transmit) at least one object, the processor (320) may distinguishably display an external electronic device that has transmitted information on a folding angle that falls within a range of a specified folding angle among the at least one external electronic device.

[0090] According to an embodiment, the processor (320) may perform a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of sharing using the selected sharing method when, in a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of designated folding angles, the processor (320) may confirm selection of at least one object for sharing (transfer) and confirm selection of a sharing method for sharing the at least one object. When the processor (320) according to an embodiment detects at least one external electronic device through the search operation, the processor (320) may confirm a first external electronic device that has transmitted information of a folding angle included in the range of designated folding angles among the at least one detected external electronic device, and when displaying information of at least one external electronic device corresponding to the at least one detected external electronic device, the information of the first external electronic device may be displayed in a distinct manner. For example, when displaying information of at least one external electronic device corresponding to the at least one external electronic device, the processor (320) may display information of the first external electronic device with the highest priority, display an image representing information of the first external electronic device in a distinct manner, or display an indicator (e.g., an icon or affordance) indicating a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0091] The configuration of displaying information of at least one external electronic device corresponding to at least one external electronic device detected for sharing (transfer) according to an embodiment of the present invention to distinguish the first external electronic device from the others can be performed in the same manner in various electronic devices capable of detecting at least one external electronic device for sharing (transfer), such as a foldable electronic device, an electronic device including a flexible display, and / or a bar-shaped electronic device.

[0092] According to one embodiment, when a processor (320) enters a first sharing mode for transmission in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is included in a range of the specified folding angle while displaying an object (e.g., search data) searched through a search application (e.g., an Internet application), the processor (320) may transmit information about a folding angle included in the range of the specified folding angle to an external electronic device using a mirroring function, which displays the object (e.g., search data).

[0093] A mirroring function according to one embodiment may refer to a function of copying a screen displayed on an electronic device to another external electronic device and displaying it simultaneously.

[0094] When the processor (320) according to one embodiment enters a second sharing mode for receiving in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is within a range of a specified folding angle, the processor (320) may receive and display a screen of the external electronic device displaying an object (e.g., search data) from the external electronic device using a mirroring function.

[0095] According to one embodiment, when a processor (320) executes an application for transmitting and receiving objects (data), and a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is within a range of a specified folding angle, the processor (320) enters a sharing mode for sharing at least one object, and can transmit and receive at least one object with an external electronic device connected to the communication in the sharing mode.

[0096] According to one embodiment, the processor (320), when confirming a user's selection for transmission of an object to an external electronic device in the shared mode, can establish communication with the external electronic device through the communication circuit (390) and transmit an object (data) stored in the electronic device to the external electronic device.

[0097] According to one embodiment, the processor (320), when confirming a user's selection to receive an object from an external electronic device in the shared mode, can establish communication with the external electronic device through the communication circuit (390) and receive at least one object from the external electronic device.

[0098] According to one embodiment, the memory (350) may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the memory (130) of FIG. 1.

[0099] In one embodiment, the memory (350) may store commands for sharing (transmitting and / or receiving) an object.

[0100] A communication circuit (390) according to one embodiment may be implemented substantially identically or similarly to the communication module (190) of FIG. 1.

[0101] According to one embodiment, the communication circuit (390) may include at least one of a wireless LAN circuit (not shown) and a short-range communication circuit (not shown).

[0102] According to one embodiment, the communication circuit (390) may include a first communication circuit (391) and a second communication circuit (393).

[0103] The first communication circuit (391) according to one embodiment is a communication circuit for detecting an external electronic device, and may include, for example, an NFC communication circuit, a BLE communication circuit, and / or a UWB communication circuit that can transmit and receive UWB signals with an external device using a plurality of antennas.

[0104] The second communication circuit (393) according to one embodiment is a communication circuit for transmitting an object by connecting to an external electronic device, and may include, for example, a Wi-Fi communication circuit and / or a Bluetooth legacy communication circuit.

[0105] FIGS. 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, and 4F are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0106] Referring to FIGS. 4A to 4E, as in FIG. 4A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can display an object (411) (e.g., a photo) selected by a user in a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0107] As shown in the above FIG. 4B, when the electronic device (301) confirms selection of an object (411) (e.g., a photo) in the first state and then confirms a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of a designated folding angle (e.g., a state in which the partial folding state of FIG. 2A is within a range of a designated folding angle), the electronic device (301) may display the object (411) in the first display area (331) of the main display (330) and enter a first sharing mode for sharing (transmitting) the object, which provides a touch pad (413) and / or various visual objects (e.g., icons and / or menus) for function execution in the second display area (333) of the main display (330).

[0108] As shown in the above FIG. 4c, when the electronic device (301) enters the first sharing mode, it performs a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through the first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), and can detect the external electronic device (401) in the search operation. While performing the search operation, the electronic device (301) can display a screen (415) indicating that it is preparing to share on the sub-display (340) of the electronic device.

[0109] As shown in the above FIG. 4D, the electronic device (301) may display the object (411) in a first display area of ​​the main display of the electronic device, and display a pop-up window (419) in a second display area of ​​the main display, which may receive a user's selection for transmission of the object (411) to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device. The electronic device (301) may confirm the user's permission (419a) for transmission of the object (411) to the external electronic device (401) through the pop-up window (419).

[0110] As shown in FIG. 4e, when the user's permission for transmission of the object (411) to the external electronic device (401) is confirmed, and when the permission for reception of the at least one object is confirmed in the external electronic device based on the first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit, communication can be established with the external electronic device (401) through the second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3) and the object (411) can be transmitted to the external electronic device (401). While transmitting the object (411) to the external electronic device (401), the electronic device (301) displays the object (411) on the sub-display (340), so that the user of the external electronic device (401) can check in advance the object (411) transmitted from the electronic device (301).

[0111] The electronic device (301), while transmitting the object (411) to the external electronic device (401), may display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device (301) and the external electronic device (401) connected to the communication, or second information indicating a progress status of the transmission of the object (411), overlapping a first area of ​​the sub-display (340) displaying the object (411), or overlapping a second area of ​​the sub-display (340) not overlapping the first area.

[0112] The external electronic device (401) may display a screen (416) indicating that the object is being received on the sub-display (440) of the external electronic device while receiving the object (411) from the electronic device (301).

[0113] While receiving the object (411) from the electronic device (301), the external electronic device (401) may display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection between the external electronic device (401) and the electronic device (301) or second information indicating a progress status of receiving the object (411) on the first display area or the second display area of ​​the main display of the external electronic device (401) and the sub-display (416).

[0114] As shown in the above FIG. 4f, when the external electronic device (401) completes receiving the object (411) from the electronic device (301), the user of the electronic device (301) can confirm that the transmission of the object (411) from the external electronic device (401) is completed by displaying the object (411) on the sub-display (440) of the external electronic device (401).

[0115] FIGS. 5A, 5B, 5C, and 5D are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0116] Referring to FIGS. 5A to 5D, as in FIG. 5A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can display an object (511) (e.g., a photo) selected by a user in a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0117] As shown in FIG. 5B, when the electronic device (301) confirms selection of the object (511) in the first state and then confirms a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of a designated folding angle (e.g., a state in which the partial folding state of FIG. 2A is within a range of a designated folding angle), the electronic device (301) may enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object. When entering the first sharing mode, the electronic device (301) may display the object (511) in a first display area (331) of the main display (330) and provide a touch pad in a second display area (333) of the main display (300).

[0118] As shown in FIG. 5C, the electronic device (301) may perform a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through a first communication circuit (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device while displaying the object (511) on the first display area (331) of the main display (330) in the first sharing mode and providing a touch pad on the second display area (333) of the main display (300), and may detect the external electronic device in the search operation. When the electronic device (301) detects the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display the object (511) on the first display area (331) of the main display (330) and display a pop-up window (513) that may receive a user's selection for transmitting the object (511) to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device on the second display area (333) of the main display (330). The electronic device confirms the user's selection (513a) of "Yes" indicating permission for transmission of the object (511) to the external electronic device through the pop-up window (513), and if the electronic device confirms permission for reception of the at least one object from the external electronic device based on the first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit, the electronic device can establish communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3) and transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0119] As shown in FIG. 5D, while the electronic device (301) transmits the object (511) to the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) displays the object on the sub-display (340), so that the user of the external electronic device can check the object (511) transmitted from the electronic device (301) in advance for sharing. Alternatively, while the electronic device (301) transmits the object (511) to the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display the object (511) on a certain area (e.g., a first area) of the sub-display (340), and display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device (301) and the external electronic device, or second information indicating a progress status of transmission of the at least one object, on another area (e.g., a second area) of the sub-display (340).

[0120] FIGS. 6A, 6B, 6C, and 6D are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0121] Referring to FIGS. 6A to 6D, as in FIG. 6A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can display an object (611) (e.g., a photo) selected by a user in a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0122] As shown in FIG. 6B, when the electronic device (301) confirms selection of the object (611) in the first state and then confirms a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of a designated folding angle (e.g., a state in which the partial folding state of FIG. 2A is within a range of a designated folding angle), the electronic device (301) may enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the object (611). When the electronic device (301) enters the first sharing mode, the electronic device (301) may display the object (611) on a first display area (331) of the main display (330), display a first indicator (613) capable of sharing the object with an external electronic device on a first area of ​​a second display area (333) of the main display (330), and provide a touch pad on a second area of ​​a second display area (333) of the main display (330). The electronic device (301), upon confirming selection (316a) of the first indicator (613), performs a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through the first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), and can detect the external electronic device in the search operation.

[0123] As shown in the above FIG. 6c, when the electronic device (301) detects the external electronic device, and when the electronic device (301) confirms permission to receive the at least one object from the external electronic device based on the first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit, the electronic device can establish communication with the external electronic device through the second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3) and transmit the object (611) to the external electronic device. While transmitting the object (611) to the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display the object (611) on a first display area (331) of the main display (330), display a first indicator (613) that can share the object with the external electronic device on a first area of ​​a second display area (333) of the main display (330), and display a pop-up window (615) that notifies that the object (611) is being transmitted to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device on a second area of ​​the second display area (333) of the main display (330).

[0124] As shown in FIG. 6D, while the electronic device (301) transmits the object (611) to the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) displays the object (611) on the sub-display (340), so that the user of the external electronic device can check the object (611) transmitted from the electronic device (301) in advance for sharing. Alternatively, while the electronic device (301) transmits the object (611) to the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display the object (611) on a certain area (e.g., a first area) of the sub-display (340), and display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device (301) and the external electronic device, or second information indicating a progress status of transmission of the at least one object, on another area (e.g., a second area) of the sub-display (340).

[0125] FIGS. 7A, 7B, 7C, and 7D are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0126] Referring to FIGS. 7A to 7D, as in FIG. 7A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can display a plurality of objects (711) (e.g., a plurality of photographs) selected by a user in a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0127] As shown in FIG. 7B, when the electronic device (301) confirms a selection of the plurality of objects (711) in the first state and then confirms a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of a designated folding angle (e.g., a state in which the partial folding state of FIG. 2A is within a range of a designated folding angle), the electronic device (301) may enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the plurality of objects (711). When the electronic device (301) enters the first sharing mode, the electronic device (301) may display the plurality of objects (711) on the first display area (331) and the second display area (333) of the main display (330).

[0128] As shown in FIG. 7c, the electronic device (301) may perform a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through a first communication circuit (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device while displaying a plurality of objects (711) on the first display area (331) and the second display area (333) of the main display (330) in the first sharing mode, and may detect the external electronic device in the search operation. When the electronic device (301) detects the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display a pop-up window (713) that may receive a user's selection for transmitting the plurality of objects (711) to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device in a certain area of ​​the second display area (333) of the main display (330) that does not overlap with the plurality of objects (711). The electronic device (301) confirms the user's selection (713a) of "Yes" indicating permission for transmission of the plurality of objects (711) to the external electronic device through the pop-up window (713), and if the electronic device (301) confirms permission for reception of the at least one object from the external electronic device based on the first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit, the electronic device (301) may establish communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3)) and transmit the plurality of objects (711) to the external electronic device.

[0129] As shown in FIG. 7D, while the electronic device (301) transmits the plurality of objects (711) to the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) displays the plurality of objects (711) on the sub-display (340), so that the user of the external electronic device can check in advance the plurality of objects (711) transmitted from the electronic device (301) for sharing. Alternatively, while the electronic device (301) transmits the plurality of objects (711) to the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display the plurality of objects (711) on a certain area (e.g., a first area) of the sub-display (340), and display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device (301) and the external electronic device, or second information indicating a progress status of transmission of the at least one object, on another area (e.g., a second area) of the sub-display (340).

[0130] FIGS. 8A and 8B are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a second sharing mode for receiving an object in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0131] Referring to FIGS. 8A and 8B, as shown in FIG. 8A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may enter a second sharing mode for receiving an object when, in a first state (e.g., the unfolded state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a designated folding angle, and when a second state (e.g., the partially folded state of FIG. 2A and included in a range of a designated folding angle) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is included in a range of a designated folding angle is confirmed. When the electronic device (301) enters the second sharing mode, it can detect an external electronic device through a first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), establish communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3), and receive an object (811) from the external electronic device. While receiving the object (811) from the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) can display a pop-up window (813) including a message notifying that the object is being received from the external electronic device, together with a third indicator (813a) (e.g., a progress bar and a number) indicating second information notifying the progress status of receiving the object (811) on the second display area (333) of the main display (330) and the sub display (340).While receiving an object (811) from the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display a pop-up window (813) including a message indicating that the object is being received from the external electronic device, along with a third indicator (813a) (e.g., a progress bar and a number) indicating second information indicating the progress of receiving the object (811) on the first display area (331) of the main display (330) and the sub display (340).

[0132] As shown in the above FIG. 8B, when the electronic device (301) completes receiving the object (811) from the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display a pop-up window (815) including a message notifying that the reception of the object from the external electronic device has been completed together with the object (811) on the second display area (333) of the main display (330), and may display the object (811) on the sub-display (340). As the electronic device displays the object (811) on the sub-display (340), the user of the external electronic device may confirm that the object (811) has been successfully received by the electronic device (301).

[0133] FIGS. 9A and 9B are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a second sharing mode for object reception in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0134] Referring to FIGS. 9A and 9B, as in FIG. 9A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may enter a second sharing mode for receiving an object when, in a first state (e.g., the unfolded state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a designated folding angle, and when a second state (e.g., the partially folded state of FIG. 2A and included in a range of a designated folding angle) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is included in a range of a designated folding angle is confirmed. When the electronic device (301) enters the second sharing mode, it can detect an external electronic device through a first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), establish communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3), and receive a plurality of objects (911) from the external electronic device. While receiving the plurality of objects (911) from the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) can display a pop-up window (913) including a message notifying that it is receiving objects from the external electronic device, together with a third indicator (913a) (e.g., a progress bar and a number) indicating second information notifying the progress of receiving the plurality of objects (911) on the second display area (330) of the main display (330) and the sub display (340).

[0135] As shown in FIG. 9B, when the electronic device (301) completes receiving the plurality of objects (911) from the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display a pop-up window (915) including a message notifying that the reception of the plurality of objects from the external electronic device has been completed, together with the plurality of objects (911), on the second display area (333) of the main display (330), and may display the plurality of objects (911) on the sub-display (340). As the electronic device displays the plurality of objects (911) on the sub-display (340), the user of the external electronic device may confirm that the plurality of objects (911) have been successfully received by the electronic device (301).

[0136] FIGS. 10A, 10B, and 10C are diagrams illustrating an operation of displaying an external electronic device for sharing an object in an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Although FIGS. 10A, 10B, and 10C illustrate a foldable electronic device as an example, the same operation can be performed in various electronic devices capable of detecting at least one external electronic device for sharing (transferring) an object.

[0137] Referring to FIGS. 10A to 10C, as in FIG. 10A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can confirm an object (1011) selected by a user and confirm a user's selection (1031a) of a button (1013) for sharing in a first state (e.g., the unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0138] As shown in the above drawing 10b, when the electronic device (301) confirms the user's selection (1031a) of the button (1013) for sharing, it displays a list (1030) of contact information with which recent communication has been performed and a list (1050) of multiple sharing methods, and confirms the user's selection (1015a) of the first sharing method (1015) based on short-range communication from the list (1050) of multiple sharing methods.

[0139] As shown in the above drawing 10c, when the electronic device (301) confirms the user's selection (1015a) for the first sharing method (1015), it performs a search operation to search for an external electronic device that can be shared using the first sharing method, and when it detects at least one external electronic device through the search operation, it can identify the first external electronic device that has transmitted information on a folding angle that is included in the range of a specified folding angle among the at least one external electronic device detected. When the electronic device (301) displays information of at least one external electronic device corresponding to the at least one detected external electronic device in a list (1070), the electronic device (301) may display an image (1017) representing information of the first external electronic device with the highest priority, and may additionally display an indicator (1017b) (e.g., an icon or affordance) indicating a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is included in a range of a designated folding angle, on the image (1017) representing information of the first external electronic device. When the electronic device (301) confirms a user's selection (1017a) of the image (1017) corresponding to the information of the first external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may transmit the object (1011) to the first external electronic device.

[0140] FIGS. 11A and 11B are diagrams illustrating an operation of displaying an external electronic device for sharing an object in an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Although FIGS. 11A and 11B illustrate a foldable electronic device as an example, the same operation can be performed in various electronic devices capable of detecting at least one external electronic device for sharing (transferring) an object.

[0141] Referring to FIGS. 11A and 11B, as in FIG. 11A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can confirm an object (1111) selected by a user and confirm a user's selection (1131a) of a button (1113) for sharing in a first state (e.g., the unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle. The electronic device (301), upon confirming a user's selection (1131a) of a button (1113) for sharing, performs a search operation for external electronic devices that can be shared, and upon detecting at least one external electronic device through the search operation, identifies a first external electronic device that has transmitted information on a folding angle that falls within a range of a specified folding angle among the at least one detected external electronic device.

[0142] As shown in FIG. 11b, the electronic device (301) displays a list (1130) of contact information that has recently been communicated and a list (1150) of multiple sharing methods, and when displaying the list (1130) of contact information that has recently been communicated, displays an image (1115) representing information of the first external electronic device with the highest priority, and additionally displays an indicator (1115b) (e.g., an icon or affordance) indicating a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is included in a range of a designated folding angle, on the image (1115) representing information of the first external electronic device. When the electronic device (301) confirms a user's selection (1115a) of an image (1115) corresponding to information of the first external electronic device, the electronic device (301) can transmit the object (1111) to the first external electronic device.

[0143] FIGS. 12a, 12b, 12c, and 12d are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object using a mirroring function of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0144] Referring to FIGS. 12A to 12D, as in FIG. 12A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can display an object (e.g., search data related to a restaurant) (1201) searched for by a user through a search application (e.g., an Internet application) in a first state (e.g., an unfolded state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle, in a first display area and a second display area of ​​a main display (330).

[0145] As shown in the above FIG. 12b, when the electronic device (301) confirms that the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is in a second state (e.g., a state that is a partial folding state of FIG. 2a and is within a range of a specified folding angle) while displaying the searched object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1201) on the main display (330) in the first state, the electronic device (301) may enter a first sharing mode for copying and transmitting the screen of the main display (330) displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1201) by using a mirroring function.

[0146] As shown in FIG. 12c, the electronic device (301) may perform a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through the first communication circuit (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device while displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1201) on the first display area (331) and the second display area (333) of the main display (330) in the first sharing mode, and may detect the external electronic device in the search operation. When the electronic device (301) detects the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) may display a pop-up window (1213) that may receive a user's selection for mirroring the screen of the main display displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1201) on the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device on the second display area (333) of the main display (330). When the electronic device (301) confirms the user's permission to mirror the screen of the main display displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a restaurant) (1201) to the external electronic device through the pop-up window (1213) by selecting "Yes" (1213a), the electronic device (301) can establish communication with the external electronic device through the second communication circuit (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device (301), and can copy and transmit the screen of the main display displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a restaurant) (1201) to the external electronic device using the mirroring function.

[0147] As shown in the above FIG. 12d, the electronic device (301) copies the screen of the main display displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1201) and transmits it to the external electronic device, while displaying search information (1215) related to the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) on the sub display (340), so that the user of the external electronic device can check in advance the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1201) that the electronic device (301) wants to copy and transmit through the mirroring function.

[0148] FIGS. 13a and 13b are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object using a mirroring function of an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0149] Referring to FIGS. 13A and 13B, as shown in FIG. 13A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may enter a second sharing mode for receiving an object when, in a first state (e.g., the unfolded state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., the first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., the second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a designated folding angle, and when a second state (e.g., the partially folded state of FIG. 2A and included in a range of a designated folding angle) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is included in a range of a designated folding angle is confirmed. When the electronic device (301) enters the second sharing mode, it detects an external electronic device through a first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), establishes communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3), and receives a screen displaying an object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1301) from the external electronic device through a mirroring function. The electronic device (301) can display a screen displaying an object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1301) received from the external electronic device on a first display area (331) and a second display area (333) of the main display (330).

[0150] As shown in the above FIG. 13b, when the electronic device (301) completes receiving a screen displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1301) from the external electronic device, the electronic device (301) can display search information (1303) related to the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) on the sub-display (340). By displaying the search information (1303) related to the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) on the sub-display (340), the user of the external electronic device can confirm that the screen displaying the object (e.g., search data related to a good restaurant) (1301) on the electronic device (301) has been successfully mirrored.

[0151] FIGS. 14a, 14b, 14c, 14d, 14e, 14f, and 14g are drawings for explaining an operation of sharing an object in a sharing mode in an electronic device according to one embodiment.

[0152] Referring to FIGS. 14A to 14G, as in FIG. 14A, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) can confirm selection (1411a) of an application (1411) (e.g., a smart switch application) for transmitting and receiving an object (data) in a first state (e.g., an unfolding state of FIG. 2B) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) is not included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0153] As shown in the above drawing 14b, the electronic device (301) can execute the application (1411) for transmitting and receiving the object (data) based on the selection (1411a) of the application for transmitting and receiving the object (data) in the first state, and display an indicator (1413) for transmitting the object and an indicator (1415) for receiving the object on the main display (330).

[0154] As shown in FIG. 14c, when the electronic device (301) confirms that the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing in the first state is within a range of a designated folding angle (e.g., a state that is a partial folding state of FIG. 2a and is within a range of a designated folding angle), the electronic device (301) may enter a sharing mode for transmitting and receiving an object. In the sharing mode, the electronic device (301) may detect an external electronic device through a first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), establish communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3), and display a message notifying that communication with the external electronic device has been established on the first display area (331) of the main display (330). The electronic device (301) can confirm a user's selection (1413a) of the indicator (1413) for transmitting an object on the first display area (331) of the main display (330) in the sharing mode and display an indicator (1415) for receiving an object on the second display area (333) of the main display while the electronic device (301) displays the indicator (1413) for transmitting an object.

[0155] As shown in the above FIG. 14d, while transmitting an object (data) stored in the electronic device to the external electronic device through the second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3), the electronic device (301) may display a message notifying the transmission of the object (data) on the first display area (331) of the main display (330) and a graphic image indicating the transmission status of the object to the external electronic device on the second display area (333) of the main display (330).

[0156] As shown in FIG. 14E, when the electronic device (301) confirms that the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing in the first state is within a range of a designated folding angle (e.g., a state that is a partial folding state of FIG. 2A and is within a range of a designated folding angle), the electronic device (301) may enter a sharing mode for transmitting and receiving an object. In the sharing mode, the electronic device (301) may detect an external electronic device through a first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), establish communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., a second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3), and display a message notifying that communication with the external electronic device has been established on the first display area (331) of the main display (330). The electronic device (301) can display an indicator (1413) for transmitting an object on the first display area (331) of the main display (330) in the sharing mode and display an indicator (1415) for receiving an object on the second display area (333) of the main display, while confirming a user's selection (1415a) of the indicator (1415) for receiving an object.

[0157] As shown in the above drawing 14f, the electronic device (301) can display a message indicating a selection of the type of data to be received on the first display area (331) of the main display (330), and can confirm the user's selection (1417a) of the type of first data (e.g., all) while displaying the type of data to be received on the second display area (333) of the main display (330).

[0158] As shown in FIG. 14g, when the electronic device (301) confirms the user's selection (1417a) for the type of the first data (e.g., all), while receiving an object (data) stored in the external electronic device from the external electronic device through the second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3), the electronic device may display a message notifying a movement of the position of the external electronic device to maintain connection on the first display area (331) of the main display (330), and display a graphic image indicating a state of receiving an object from the external electronic device on the second display area (333) of the main display.

[0159] An electronic device according to an embodiment (e.g., an electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1, 2A to 2C and / or an electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) comprises: a communication circuit (e.g., a communication module (190) of FIG. 1; a communication circuit (390) of FIG. 3), a first housing (a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2A to 2C), a second housing (a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2A to 2C) rotatably coupled to the first housing, a main display (a main display (230) of FIGS. 2A to 2C; a main display (330) of FIG. 3)) including a first display area supported by the first housing and a second display area supported by the second housing, a sub-display (a sub-display (240) of FIGS. 2A to 2C; a sub-display (340) of FIG. 3)) supported by the first housing, the sub-display being set to display a screen in a different direction from the first display area, The electronic device may include a processor (processor (120) of FIG. 1; processor (320) of FIG. 3), and a memory (memory (130) of FIG. 1; memory (350) of FIG. 3) for storing commands. The commands, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to display a plurality of objects on the main display. The commands, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to confirm a selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display. The commands, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of a specified folding angle.

[0160] In one embodiment, the instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to detect an external electronic device through the communication circuit in the first sharing mode. In one embodiment, the instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to confirm whether reception of the at least one object is permitted from the external electronic device. In one embodiment, the instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the electronic device to transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the communication circuit.

[0161] The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to display a pop-up window inquiring about sharing of the at least one object on the main display in the first sharing mode. The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to confirm a user's selection to allow transmission of the at least one object in the pop-up window. The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to confirm permission to receive the at least one object from the external electronic device. The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the electronic device to transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

[0162] In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to display a first indicator for sharing the at least one object on the main display in a first sharing mode. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to confirm a user's selection of the first indicator. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to confirm permission to receive the at least one object from the external electronic device. In one embodiment, the instructions, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the electronic device to transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

[0163] The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to receive first information from the external electronic device through the communication circuit. When executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to determine whether reception of the at least one object is permitted from the external electronic device based on the first information. The first information may include information indicating that the folding angle of the external electronic device falls within the specified folding angle range.

[0164] The first sharing mode according to one embodiment may represent a sharing mode that transmits the at least one object to the external electronic device located within a specified range based on the location of the electronic device using short-range communication through the communication circuit.

[0165] The instructions according to one embodiment may be configured to cause the electronic device, when executed by the processor, to enter the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object after confirming selection of the at least one object in a first state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of the specified folding angles, and then confirming a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of the specified folding angles.

[0166] The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may be configured to cause the electronic device to display the at least one object on the sub-display while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0167] The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to change from a first state in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of designated folding angles to a second state in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of designated folding angles, thereby entering a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object from an external electronic device.

[0168] The second sharing mode according to one embodiment may represent a sharing mode for receiving at least one object from the external electronic device located within a specified range based on the location of the electronic device using short-range communication through the communication circuit.

[0169] The instructions according to one embodiment, when executed by the processor, may cause the electronic device to receive at least one object from the external electronic device in the second sharing mode. Upon completion of receiving the at least one object, the electronic device may be configured to display the at least one object on the sub-display.

[0170] According to one embodiment, the communication circuit may include a first communication circuit (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3) for detecting the external electronic device and a second communication circuit (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3) for transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0171] FIG. 15 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to an embodiment. The operations for processing the operations of sharing an object in the first sharing mode may include operations 1501 to 1511. In the following embodiments, each operation may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation may be changed, at least two operations may be performed in parallel, or another operation may be added.

[0172] In operation 1501, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may display a plurality of objects.

[0173] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may display a plurality of objects (e.g., photos and / or videos) stored in a memory (e.g., memory (350) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device on a main display (e.g., main display (330) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device based on a user's selection in a first state (e.g., unfolded state of FIG. 2b or folded state of FIG. 2c) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not included in a range of a specified folding angle.

[0174] In operation 1503, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may confirm a user's selection of at least one object.

[0175] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can identify at least one object selected by a user among a plurality of objects (e.g., photos and / or videos) displayed on a main display of the electronic device (e.g., the main display (330) of FIG. 3).

[0176] In operation 1505, the electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may enter the first sharing mode when the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing falls within a range of the specified folding angles.

[0177] In one embodiment, the electronic device may enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when it confirms a user's selection of the at least one object in a first state (e.g., an unfolded state in FIG. 2b) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of designated folding angles, and then confirms a second state (e.g., a partially folded state in FIG. 2a) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of designated folding angles.

[0178] The range of the above-mentioned specified folding angle according to one embodiment represents a range for entering the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object, and may be set to, for example, a range of the specified folding angle of 70 degrees to 120 degrees, but is not limited thereto.

[0179] In operation 1507, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may detect an external electronic device.

[0180] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device enters the first sharing mode, the electronic device performs a search operation to search for an external electronic device capable of performing short-range communication through a first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), and can detect the external electronic device in the search operation.

[0181] In operation 1509, the electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may display a pop-up window that confirms a user's selection to transmit at least one object.

[0182] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device enters the first sharing mode, the electronic device may display the at least one object in a first display area of ​​a main display (e.g., main display (330)) of the electronic device, and display a pop-up window in a second display area of ​​the main display (330) that can receive a user's selection for transmission of the at least one object to the external electronic device together with information of the external electronic device. According to one embodiment, the electronic device may confirm the user's permission for transmission of the at least one object to the external electronic device through the pop-up window.

[0183] In operation 1511, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may transmit at least one object to an external electronic device.

[0184] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) may, upon confirming the user's permission to receive at least one object from the external electronic device based on first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), establish communication with the external electronic device through the second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3) and transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0185] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the second communication circuit when the user of the external electronic device confirms permission to receive the at least one object based on the first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit.

[0186] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the second communication circuit when it detects that the folding angle of the external electronic device is within a range of a specified folding angle based on first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit. According to one embodiment, while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device, the electronic device may display the at least one object on a first area of ​​a sub-display (e.g., the sub-display (340) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device, and display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of transmission of the at least one object on a second area of ​​the sub-display.

[0187] In one embodiment, the electronic device displays the at least one object in a first area of ​​the sub-display while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device, so that a user of the external electronic device can easily check in advance the at least one object being shared (received).

[0188] FIG. 16 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of sharing an object in a first sharing mode for object transmission in an electronic device according to an embodiment. The operations for processing the operations of sharing an object in the first sharing mode may include operations 1601 to 1607. In the following embodiments, each operation may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation may be changed, at least two operations may be performed in parallel, or another operation may be added.

[0189] In operation 1601, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may confirm a user's selection of at least one object.

[0190] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can identify at least one object selected by a user from among a plurality of objects (e.g., photos and / or videos) stored in a memory (e.g., memory (350) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device in a first state (e.g., unfolding state of FIG. 2b) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., first housing (210) of FIGS. 2a to 2c) and a second housing (e.g., second housing (220) of FIGS. 2a to 2c) is not included in a range of specified folding angles.

[0191] In operation 1603, the electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may enter the first sharing mode when the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing falls within a range of specified folding angles.

[0192] In one embodiment, the electronic device may enter a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when it confirms a user's selection of the at least one object in a first state (e.g., an unfolded state in FIG. 2b) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of designated folding angles, and then confirms a second state (e.g., a partially folded state in FIG. 2a) in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of designated folding angles.

[0193] The range of the above-mentioned specified folding angle according to one embodiment represents a range for entering the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object, and may be set to, for example, a range of the specified folding angle of 70 degrees to 120 degrees, but is not limited thereto.

[0194] In operation 1605, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may display a first indicator for transmitting at least one object.

[0195] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device enters the first sharing mode, the electronic device may display the at least one object in a first display area of ​​a main display of the electronic device (e.g., the main display (330) of FIG. 3) and display a first indicator capable of sharing the object with the external electronic device in a second display area of ​​the main display. The processor (320) according to one embodiment may confirm the user's permission to transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the user's selection of the first indicator.

[0196] In operation 1607, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may transmit at least one object to an external electronic device.

[0197] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can detect an external electronic device through a first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3).

[0198] In one embodiment, the electronic device may, upon confirming a user's permission to receive at least one object from the external electronic device based on first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit, establish communication with the external electronic device through a second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3) and transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0199] In one embodiment, the electronic device may transmit the at least one object to the external electronic device through the second communication circuit when it detects that the folding angle of the external electronic device is within a range of a specified folding angle based on first information received from the external electronic device through the first communication circuit.

[0200] In one embodiment, the electronic device may display the at least one object in a first area of ​​a sub-display (e.g., the sub-display (340) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device, and display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection status between the electronic device and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of transmission of the at least one object in a second area of ​​the sub-display.

[0201] In one embodiment, the electronic device displays the at least one object in a first area of ​​the sub-display while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device, so that a user of the external electronic device can easily check in advance the at least one object being shared (received).

[0202] FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating an operation of sharing an object in a second sharing mode for object reception in an electronic device according to an embodiment. The operations for processing the operations of sharing an object in the second sharing mode may include operations 1701 to 1705. In the following embodiments, each operation may be performed sequentially, but is not necessarily performed sequentially. For example, the order of each operation may be changed, at least two operations may be performed in parallel, or another operation may be added.

[0203] In operation 1701, the electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may enter the second sharing mode when the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing falls within a range of specified folding angles.

[0204] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may enter a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object from an external electronic device when the electronic device changes from a first state (e.g., an unfolded state of FIG. 2b or a folded state of FIG. 2c) in which a folding angle between a first housing (e.g., a first housing (210) of FIGS. 2a to 2c) and a second housing (e.g., a second housing (220) of FIGS. 2a to 2c)) that is not within a range of a specified folding angle to a second state (e.g., a partially folded state of FIG. 2a that is within a range of a specified folding angle) in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of a specified folding angle.

[0205] In operation 1703, an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may communicate with an external electronic device that transmits information on a folding angle included in a range of specified folding angles.

[0206] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device enters the second sharing mode, the electronic device can detect the external electronic device that has transmitted information on a folding angle included in the range of the specified folding angle through the first communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the first communication circuit (391) of FIG. 3), and establish communication through the second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3).

[0207] In operation 1705, an electronic device (e.g., electronic device (101) of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or electronic device (301) of FIG. 3) may receive at least one object from an external electronic device.

[0208] According to one embodiment, the electronic device can receive the at least one object from the external electronic device through a second communication circuit of the electronic device (e.g., the second communication circuit (393) of FIG. 3).

[0209] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection between the electronic device and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of reception of the at least one object on a second display area of ​​a main display (e.g., main display (330)) of the electronic device and a sub-display (e.g., sub-display (340) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device while receiving at least one object from the external electronic device.

[0210] According to one embodiment, the electronic device may display at least one of first information indicating a communication connection between the electronic device and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of reception of the at least one object on a first display area of ​​a main display (e.g., main display (330)) of the electronic device and a sub-display (e.g., sub-display (340) of FIG. 3) of the electronic device while receiving at least one object from the external electronic device.

[0211] According to one embodiment, the processor (320) displays at least one of first information indicating a communication connection between the electronic device and the external electronic device or second information indicating a progress status of reception of the at least one object on the sub-display, so that a user of the external electronic device can check the progress status of reception of the at least one object on the electronic device.

[0212] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device completes receiving the at least one object from the external electronic device, the electronic device can display the at least one object on the second display area of ​​the main display and the sub-display.

[0213] According to one embodiment, when the electronic device completes receiving the at least one object from the external electronic device, the electronic device can display the at least one object on the first display area of ​​the main display and the sub-display.

[0214] In one embodiment, the electronic device displays the at least one object on the sub-display, so that a user of the external electronic device can confirm that the at least one object has been successfully received by the electronic device.

[0215] According to an embodiment, a method for sharing an object in an electronic device (e.g., the electronic device 101 of FIGS. 1 and 2A to 2C and / or the electronic device 301 of FIG. 3) may display a plurality of objects on a main display of the electronic device. According to an embodiment, the method may include an operation of confirming a selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display. According to an embodiment, the method may include an operation of entering a first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when a folding angle between a first housing of the electronic device and a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing is within a range of a specified folding angle. According to an embodiment, the method may include an operation of detecting an external electronic device through a communication circuit of the electronic device in the first sharing mode. An operation of confirming permission for reception of the at least one object from the external electronic device may be included. According to an embodiment, the method may include an operation of transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device through the communication circuit.

[0216] The method according to one embodiment may include an operation of displaying a pop-up window inquiring about sharing of the at least one object on the main display in the first sharing mode. The method according to one embodiment may include an operation of confirming a user's selection to allow transmission of the at least one object in the pop-up window. The method according to one embodiment may include an operation of confirming permission to receive the at least one object from the external electronic device. The method according to one embodiment may further include an operation of transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

[0217] According to one embodiment, the method may include an operation of displaying a first indicator for sharing the at least one object on the main display in the first sharing mode. According to one embodiment, the method may include an operation of confirming a user's selection of the first indicator. According to one embodiment, the method may include an operation of confirming permission to receive the at least one object from the external electronic device. According to one embodiment, the method may further include an operation of transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

[0218] The method according to one embodiment may include an operation of receiving first information from the external electronic device through the communication circuit. The method according to one embodiment may include an operation of confirming permission for reception of the at least one object from the external electronic device based on the first information. The first information according to one embodiment may include information indicating that the folding angle of the external electronic device falls within the specified folding angle range.

[0219] The first sharing mode according to one embodiment may represent a sharing mode that transmits the at least one object to the external electronic device located within a specified range based on the location of the electronic device using short-range communication through the communication circuit.

[0220] The method according to one embodiment may further include an operation of entering the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when confirming a selection of the at least one object in a first state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of the specified folding angles, and then confirming a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of the specified folding angles.

[0221] The method according to one embodiment may further include an action of displaying the at least one object on a sub-display of the electronic device while transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device.

[0222] In one embodiment, the method may enter a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object from an external electronic device when changing from a first state in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of specified folding angles to a second state in which a folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of specified folding angles.

[0223] The second sharing mode according to one embodiment may represent a sharing mode for receiving at least one object from the external electronic device located within a specified range based on the location of the electronic device using short-range communication through the communication circuit.

[0224] The method according to one embodiment may include an operation of receiving the at least one object from the external electronic device in the second sharing mode. The method according to one embodiment may further include an operation of displaying the at least one object on the sub-display upon completion of receiving the at least one object.

[0225] Electronic devices according to embodiments disclosed herein may take various forms. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smartphones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to embodiments disclosed herein are not limited to the aforementioned devices.

[0226] The embodiments of this document and the terminology used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" can include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase among those phrases, or all possible combinations thereof. Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used merely to distinguish one component from another, and do not limit the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order). When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as "coupled" or "connected" to another (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0227] The term "module" used in one embodiment of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and may be used interchangeably with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit. A module may be an integral component, or a minimum unit or part of such a component that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, a module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

[0228] An embodiment of the present document may be implemented as software (e.g., a program (140)) including one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., an internal memory (136) or an external memory (138)) readable by a machine (e.g., an electronic device (101) or an electronic device (301)). For example, a processor (e.g., a processor (520)) of the machine (e.g., an electronic device (301)) may call at least one instruction among the one or more instructions stored from the storage medium and execute it. This enables the machine to operate to perform at least one function according to the at least one called instruction. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code executable by an interpreter. The machine-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' simply means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves), and the term does not distinguish between cases where data is stored semi-permanently or temporarily on the storage medium.

[0229] According to one embodiment, the method according to one embodiment disclosed in the present document may be provided as a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded between sellers and buyers as a product. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a device-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)) or may be provided through an application store (e.g., Play Store). TM ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones), online distribution (e.g., downloading or uploading). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

[0230] According to one embodiment, each component (e.g., a module or a program) of the above-described components may include one or more entities, and some of the entities may be separated and placed in other components. According to one embodiment, one or more components or operations of the aforementioned components may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, a plurality of components (e.g., a module or a program) may be integrated into a single component. In such a case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component among the plurality of components prior to the integration. According to one embodiment, the operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order, omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

Claims

1. In electronic devices, Communication circuit (190 in Fig. 1; 390 in Fig. 3); First housing (210 in FIGS. 2a to 2c); A second housing (220 of FIGS. 2A to 2C) rotatably coupled with the first housing; A main display (230 of FIGS. 2A to 2C; 330 of FIG. 3) including a first display area supported by the first housing and a second display area supported by the second housing; A sub-display supported by the first housing set to display a screen in a different direction from the first display area (240 in FIGS. 2A to 2C; 340 in FIG. 3); Processor (120 in Fig. 1; 320 in Fig. 3); and It includes a memory (130 in Fig. 1; 350 in Fig. 3) for storing commands, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: Display multiple objects on the main display above, Confirm selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display, When the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of the specified folding angles, the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object is entered, Detecting an external electronic device through the communication circuit in the above first shared mode, Confirming that reception of at least one object is permitted from said external electronic device, An electronic device configured to transmit at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

2. In paragraph 1, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: In the above first sharing mode, a pop-up window is displayed on the main display asking for sharing of at least one object, In the above pop-up window, confirm the user's selection to allow the transmission of at least one object, Confirming acceptance of reception for at least one object from said external electronic device, An electronic device configured to transmit at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

3. In paragraph 1 or 2, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: In the first sharing mode, a first indicator for sharing at least one object is displayed on the main display, Confirm the user's selection for the first indicator above, Confirming acceptance of reception for at least one object from said external electronic device, An electronic device configured to transmit at least one object to the external electronic device via the communication circuit.

4. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 3, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: Through the above communication circuit, first information is received from the external electronic device, Based on the first information, confirming acceptance of reception for at least one object from the external electronic device, An electronic device wherein the first information is set to include information that the folding angle of the external electronic device is within the specified folding angle range.

5. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 4, An electronic device in which the first sharing mode indicates a sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device located within a specified range based on the location of the electronic device using short-range communication through the communication circuit.

6. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 5, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: An electronic device set to enter the first sharing mode for transmitting the at least one object when confirming a selection of the at least one object in a first state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of the specified folding angles, and then confirming a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of the specified folding angles.

7. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 6, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: An electronic device configured to display at least one object on the sub-display while transmitting at least one object to the external electronic device.

8. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 7, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: An electronic device set to enter a second sharing mode for receiving at least one object from an external electronic device when changing from a first state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is not within a range of the specified folding angle to a second state in which the folding angle between the first housing and the second housing is within a range of the specified folding angle.

9. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 8, The second sharing mode is an electronic device representing a sharing mode in which at least one object is received from the external electronic device located within a specified range based on the location of the electronic device using short-range communication through the communication circuit.

10. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 9, The above instructions, when executed by the processor, cause the electronic device to: Receiving at least one object from the external electronic device in the second sharing mode; An electronic device configured to display the at least one object on the sub-display upon completion of receiving the at least one object.

11. In any one of paragraphs 1 to 10, An electronic device, wherein the communication circuit comprises a first communication circuit for detecting the external electronic device and a second communication circuit for transmitting the at least one object to the external electronic device.

12. A method for sharing an object in an electronic device, An action of displaying a plurality of objects on the main display of said electronic device; An action of confirming selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display; An operation of entering a first sharing mode for transmitting at least one object when a folding angle between a first housing of the electronic device and a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing is within a range of a specified folding angle; An operation of detecting an external electronic device through a communication circuit of the electronic device in the first shared mode; An action to confirm acceptance of reception of at least one object from said external electronic device; and A method comprising the action of transmitting said at least one object to said external electronic device via said communication circuit.

13. In paragraph 12, An action of displaying a pop-up window requesting sharing of at least one object on the main display in the first sharing mode; An action confirming the user's selection to allow transmission of at least one object in the above pop-up window; An action to confirm acceptance of reception of at least one object from said external electronic device; and A method further comprising the action of transmitting said at least one object to said external electronic device via said communication circuit.

14. In clause 12 or 13, An action of displaying a first indicator for sharing at least one object on the main display in the first sharing mode; An action to confirm the user's selection for the first indicator; An action to confirm acceptance of reception of at least one object from said external electronic device; and A method further comprising the action of transmitting said at least one object to said external electronic device via said communication circuit.

15. In a nonvolatile storage medium storing commands, the commands are set to cause the electronic device to perform at least one operation when executed by the electronic device, the at least one operation being: An action of displaying a plurality of objects on the main display of said electronic device; An action of confirming selection of at least one object among the plurality of objects displayed on the main display; An operation of entering a first sharing mode for transmitting at least one object when a folding angle between a first housing of the electronic device and a second housing rotatably coupled to the first housing is within a range of a specified folding angle; An operation of detecting an external electronic device through a communication circuit of the electronic device in the first shared mode; An action to confirm acceptance of reception of at least one object from said external electronic device; and A storage medium comprising an operation of transmitting said at least one object to said external electronic device via said communication circuit.

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