Collaboration Screen Gesture File Transfer
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for sharing information between mobile devices in group collaborative settings, such as emailing files, are cumbersome and involve multiple steps.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that links user devices to collaboration screens, allowing users to share files by manipulating icons on the screens, with options for drag-and-drop or flick gestures to transfer data between devices, and includes acceptance or denial options for recipients.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If emailing is used to share files between mobile devices, then file transfer can be achieved, but the process becomes cumbersome and time-consuming due to multiple steps
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the file sharing process into distinct visual zones on the collaboration screen: a first region displaying the source file icon and a second region for the destination device. This spatial segmentation allows users to perform drag-and-drop operations within a unified visual interface, eliminating the need to navigate through multiple application screens and steps required in traditional email-based file sharing.
Solution Approach 2:
The collaboration screen acts as an intermediary interface between mobile devices in a group setting. It provides a shared visual workspace where files can be displayed, manipulated, and transferred without requiring users to leave their devices or use complex email protocols. The screen mediates the file transfer by displaying both source and destination contexts simultaneously, enabling intuitive drag-and-drop operations.
2Productivity
If traditional email application is used for file sharing, then file transfer functionality is provided, but device complexity and operational steps increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the file display, file manipulation, and file transfer functions into a single collaboration screen interface. Instead of requiring users to open email applications, attach files, enter recipient addresses, and send messages, the system combines all these functions into one visual workspace where files can be dragged and dropped directly between device representations.
Solution Approach 2:
The collaboration screen provides self-service file sharing by automatically managing the transfer process once the user completes the drag-and-drop gesture. The system handles file selection, transfer initiation, and destination routing without requiring users to navigate through email application menus or configure transfer settings, thereby simplifying the interface and reducing operational complexity.
Data Source
AI summary
An approach for collaboration is provided. An approach includes linking a first user device to a first collaboration screen of a work environment and a second user device to a second collaboration screen of the work environment. The approach also includes displaying data associated with the first user device on the first collaboration screen. The approach further includes detecting manipulation of the data at the first collaboration screen. The approach additionally includes displaying a copy of the data on the second collaboration screen based on the detecting.