Collaborative Function Control Unit for Intuitive Display Configuration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing systems lack ease of setting and configuring collaborative functions across diverse devices and software, leading to complexity in executing integrated tasks.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus with a control unit that allows switching between different settings for a collaborative function, including display positions and connections of images associated with functions, enabling users to easily set and manage collaborative operations across multiple devices and software.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If collaborative functions are configured using existing systems, then functions can be executed across multiple devices, but the setting and configuration process becomes complex and difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a collaborative function setting interface as an intermediary layer between the user and the complex collaborative function configuration. This interface provides simplified, intuitive operations (such as drag-and-drop or one-click configuration) that automatically generate the necessary complex settings behind the scenes, thereby maintaining versatility while significantly improving ease of operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the parameters of the configuration interface by transforming complex technical parameters into user-friendly visual elements. Instead of requiring users to input detailed configuration data, the system uses visual representations (such as graphical icons, drag-and-drop zones, or pre-defined templates) that can be easily manipulated, thereby simplifying the configuration process while preserving full functional capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If detailed configuration options are provided for collaborative functions, then flexibility in setup is improved, but the complexity of the interface increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the configuration interface into distinct functional modules or zones, each handling a specific aspect of collaborative function setup. This segmentation allows users to interact with only the relevant portion of the interface for their specific needs, reducing perceived complexity while maintaining comprehensive configuration options. Each module can be independently configured without affecting other parts of the system.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a dynamic interface that adapts its complexity based on the user's needs and the selected collaborative function. The interface can transition between simplified modes (for basic configurations) and detailed modes (for advanced settings), automatically adjusting the number and type of configuration options presented. This dynamic behavior allows the interface to maintain flexibility while presenting only necessary complexity at any given time.
Data Source
AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes a control unit. The control unit changes between a first setting and a second setting of a collaborative function, the second setting being different from the first setting, at least one of a display position of an image and display of connection between images, the image and the images each being associated with a function to be used for the collaborative function.