Bulk Attribute Association for Multi-Record Editing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing bulk editing tools in software applications require users to first select data records before choosing an attribute value for editing, limiting flexibility and efficiency, and do not allow simultaneous editing with multiple attribute values.
Innovation Solution
A bulk association tool that enables users to select attribute values first and then choose data records, allowing simultaneous editing with multiple attribute values through a user-friendly graphical interface.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If users select data records first before choosing attribute values for editing, then the editing process can be performed systematically, but the process becomes repetitive and time-consuming when editing multiple records
Solution Approach 1:
The patent inverts the conventional editing sequence by allowing users to select attribute values first, then automatically applying them to multiple data records. This reversal eliminates the need for repetitive record-by-record selection, transforming a time-consuming sequential process into an efficient bulk operation where the system handles the repetition automatically.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary action by pre-selecting attribute values before applying them to data records. Users configure the editing parameters and attribute values in advance, then the system automatically executes the bulk update across multiple records without requiring repeated user intervention for each record.
2Adaptability or versatility
If existing bulk editing tools are used, then some editing capability is provided, but flexibility is limited because users cannot select attribute values first
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enhances flexibility by inverting the conventional editing workflow to allow attribute value selection first. This provides users with greater control and adaptability in how they structure their bulk editing operations, enabling them to prepare attribute values independently before applying them to records, thus improving both editing flexibility and ease of operation.
3Productivity
If individual record editing is performed, then precise control over each record is achieved, but the process is tedious when editing large numbers of records
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple individual editing operations into a single bulk editing action. By allowing users to select attribute values first and then apply them to multiple data records simultaneously, the system combines what would otherwise require numerous separate editing steps into one unified operation, dramatically improving editing speed while reducing the perceived complexity for the user.
Data Source
AI summary
A computing platform configured to (i) receive, via a user interface, a command to activate a bulk association mode for bulk associating an attribute value with one or more line items, (ii) based on the command, activate the bulk association mode and thereby display, via the user interface, a bulk association view comprising a target region for receiving an indication of one or more line items that are to be bulk associated with one or more given attribute values, (iii) receive first user input selecting at least two given attribute values for bulk association, (iv) receive second user input indicating one or more given line items that are to be bulk associated with the two given attribute values, and (v) after receiving the second user input, cause each given line item to be associated with the two given attribute values.