Cross-Domain Shortlisting via Browser Extension
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current internet browsers lack a convenient method to efficiently manage and access relevant information across multiple websites, as users cannot store or share data in a unified manner, leading to difficulties in saving and reviewing information from various sources.
Innovation Solution
A cross-domain shortlisting method is introduced, where relevant information is identified and saved as a universal list using AI algorithms, allowing users to add items to a 'Shortlist' button, which is accessible across platforms and domains, with features like real-time tagging and cloud syncing.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If users manually save and manage information from multiple websites, then information can be stored locally, but it becomes difficult to access and manage information across multiple platforms in one place
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines information from multiple domains into a unified Shortlist that can be accessed across different websites and platforms. The Shortlist merges saved items from various sources (news articles, products, videos, social media posts) into a single centralized location, eliminating the need to manage separate collections for each website.
Solution Approach 2:
The Shortlist feature is designed to be universal across multiple domains and platforms. It can save and manage different types of information (text, images, videos, links) from various websites including news sites, e-commerce platforms, social media, and video sharing sites, providing a multi-functional solution for information management.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a universal Shortlist system is implemented across multiple domains, then information can be managed in one place, but browser performance may be affected
Solution Approach 1:
The system segments the shortlisting functionality into a separate browser extension or add-on module, isolating it from the main browser process. This segmentation allows the Shortlist feature to operate independently across different domains without impacting the core browser performance, while maintaining cross-domain compatibility through the extension's architecture.
3Quantity of substance
If information is saved from various websites, then a comprehensive collection can be built, but there is no quick way to access and review the information
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary organization and tagging of information as it is saved to the Shortlist. Items are automatically categorized and indexed, enabling quick retrieval and review without requiring users to manually organize or search through large volumes of saved information. This preliminary structuring reduces retrieval time significantly.
Data Source
AI summary
A cross-domain real-time shortlisting method is provided. The method includes instantaneous identification of relevant information on the user interface like the web browser, and uses a system to inject actionable buttons in an overlay on the website for shortlisting. Further, the relevant information can be shortlisted dynamically while the user is browsing. Thereafter, the shortlisted information will be available in one place as a universal list and accessible across other websites with consistent experience.