Augmented Software Interface for Source-Code-Free App Customization

The patent segments the software system into two independent parts: the original application program and the augmented application program. The augmented program operates independently by capturing UI events and injecting modified events, without needing to access or modify the original source code. This segmentation enables flexible updates while maintaining the original program's integrity.

The augmented application program acts as an intermediary between the user and the original application program. It intercepts UI events, processes them according to custom requirements, and injects modified events back into the original program's event queue. This intermediary approach enables functional updates without direct modification of the original program.

The patent creates a copy of the original application program's interface behavior through the augmented program. Instead of modifying the original program, the augmented program replicates its UI event handling capabilities and overlays custom functionality. This copying approach enables customization while preserving the original application.

The augmented application program provides universal functionality that can be applied to any original application program. It serves multiple purposes: event interception, custom logic execution, and event injection. This multi-functional design enables a single solution to address diverse customization needs across different applications and user requirements.