Digital Content Authoring Terminal Automatic Mode Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional digital content authoring tools require users to manually switch between edit and execution modes, leading to inefficiencies in editing and simulating digital content, as they need to use multiple instances and inputs to alternate between these modes.
Innovation Solution
A method where a digital content authoring terminal automatically switches the work area mode from edit to execution or vice versa based on user input, without requiring explicit user intervention, by selecting specific UI objects, thereby allowing simultaneous editing and simulation without instance changes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual mode switching is used to alternate between edit and execution modes, then users can control the work area mode, but the operation process becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically determines and switches work area modes based on user inputs and current editing state, eliminating the need for manual mode switching. The authoring terminal monitors user actions and autonomously transitions between edit and execution modes, making the system serve itself rather than requiring continuous user intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The system pre-configures multiple work areas with different default modes and automatically selects the appropriate work area based on the current task context. By preparing work areas in advance with specific modes, the system can quickly switch contexts without requiring manual mode changes, thus saving time.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple instances are used to alternate between editing and execution, then both functions can be performed, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
A single work area is designed to perform multiple functions by dynamically switching between edit mode and execution mode. The same work area infrastructure supports both editing operations and content execution, eliminating the need for separate instances for each function. This multi-functional design reduces device complexity while maintaining full editing and execution capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines editing and execution functionalities into a unified work area rather than using separate instances. By merging these functions into a single flexible workspace that can transition between modes, the system reduces the number of instances needed and simplifies instance management while preserving both editing and execution capabilities.
3Productivity
If automatic mode switching is implemented, then productivity is improved, but the system must accurately predict user intent
Solution Approach 1:
The system continuously monitors user inputs and work area state changes, using this feedback to dynamically determine the appropriate mode. By analyzing the sequence of user actions and the current state of the work area, the system can accurately infer user intent and switch modes accordingly, improving both productivity and intent detection accuracy through continuous adaptive feedback.
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is a screen mode switching method performed by a digital content authoring terminal. The method include switching a mode of the work area to an edit mode without an input for switching the mode of the work area to the edit mode in response to a user input made to select a first user interface (UI) object for executing a first function, not made to switch the mode of the work area to the edit mode, and switching the mode of the work area to an execution mode without an input for switching the mode of the work area to the execution mode in response to a user input made to select a second UI object for executing a second function different from the first function, not made to switch the mode of the work area to the execution.