Application Interface Markers for Distinguishing Identical Instances
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems fail to distinguish between multiple identical applications running concurrently on a terminal, leading to user confusion and inefficiency due to identical display interfaces.
Innovation Solution
A method and device that determine the application with the closest operating time to the current time within a group of identical applications and display specific prompting information, such as a multi-on identifier or icon, in the terminal's interface to differentiate them.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple identical applications are run concurrently on a terminal, then the functionality and versatility of the terminal is improved, but the user cannot distinguish between the different application instances due to identical display interfaces
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by adding distinctive visual markers (different colored icons or indicators) to specific locations in the user interface where application instances are displayed. This allows each identical application instance to be locally differentiated without changing the overall application functionality, enabling users to distinguish between instances while maintaining the same core features and operations.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple identical applications are run concurrently, then the application capabilities are enhanced, but the user interface complexity increases making it difficult to manage and identify instances
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes color changes by assigning different colors or visual indicators to icons representing multiple identical application instances. This simple visual differentiation method enhances application capabilities by allowing concurrent operation of multiple instances while minimizing interface complexity through an intuitive and easily distinguishable color-coding system that users can quickly comprehend without adding significant UI elements.
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AI summary
The embodiments of the present invention relate to a method and device for displaying an application interface, and belong to the field of computers. The method includes a first application, of which operating time is closest to current time, of an application multi-on group is determined (101), and application prompting information is displayed in a specific area in an interface of a terminal for indicating the first application of which the operating time is closest to the current time (102).