Adaptive Numerical Inputter for Image Forming Devices
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face difficulties in inputting numerical values, particularly fractional values, on image forming devices due to the complexity of existing input methods, which are not adaptable to varying screen sizes and options, leading to potential errors and operational challenges.
Innovation Solution
An information processing device with a numerical value inputter that selects the input method based on the physical display size of the screen, offering either a slider type or select box type input, depending on the screen size and available space, to facilitate easy and accurate input of fractional values.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a slider type input method is used, then ease of operation is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the input method adaptable rather than fixed. The control unit dynamically selects between slider type and other input methods based on the physical display size detected at runtime. This allows the system to optimize ease of operation for each specific device configuration without hardcoding different interfaces for different screen sizes, resolving the contradiction by making the system flexible and context-aware.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the input method is adapted to screen size, then adaptability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements universality by creating a single numerical value inputter that can function in multiple modes. The same inputter component is used across different display sizes, with the control unit automatically adjusting its behavior based on detected screen dimensions. This multi-functional approach allows one universal inputter to serve both small and large displays effectively, improving adaptability without proportionally increasing device complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent applies parameter changes by modifying the operational parameters of the input method based on the physical display size parameter. The control unit detects the screen size and adjusts input method parameters accordingly - for example, selecting slider type for larger displays where space is available, and alternative methods for smaller displays. This parameter-based adaptation resolves the contradiction by making the system responsive to environmental conditions without requiring fundamentally different hardware configurations.
3Manufacturing precision
If fractional values are input using traditional methods, then manufacturing precision is maintained, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies self-service by enabling the system to automatically detect its own display characteristics and configure the appropriate input method without user intervention. The control unit self-determines the physical display size and autonomously selects the optimal input method for fractional value entry. This self-configuration capability ensures precision input is always available through the most user-friendly method for that specific device, resolving the contradiction between precision and ease of operation.
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AI summary
An information processing device including a numerical value inputter that inputs a numerical value, the information processing device comprising: a display that displays the numerical value inputter on an operation screen; and a numerical value inputting method controller that selects a numerical value inputting method of the numerical value inputter based on a physical display size of the numerical value inputter relative to the operation screen.