Multi-Display Indicator Transfer for Seamless Screen Switching
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing techniques for managing multiple displays in computer systems are cumbersome and inefficient, requiring multiple key presses and wasting user time and device energy, particularly in battery-operated devices.
Innovation Solution
Faster and more efficient methods for managing displays involve displaying an indicator on one display and moving it to another without requiring the indicator to be at an edge, using input devices to detect the end of an input and relocating the indicator based on body movements or input types, allowing seamless transitions between display modes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If existing techniques are used to manage multiple displays, then display management functionality is provided, but user time and device energy are wasted due to multiple key presses and cumbersome operations
Solution Approach 1:
The display management functionality is segmented into distinct display generation components (first display generation component and second display generation component), each capable of independent operation. This segmentation allows the system to manage multiple displays simultaneously without requiring sequential user inputs, thereby reducing the time and effort needed for display management operations.
Solution Approach 2:
An indicator is introduced as an intermediary element that visually represents the current display state and facilitates seamless transitions between display modes. The indicator is displayed on one display and can be moved to another display, providing intuitive feedback and reducing the cognitive burden on users while eliminating the need for multiple key presses.
2Ease of operation
If existing techniques are used to manage multiple displays, then display management functionality is provided, but device energy is consumed due to redundant inputs and inefficient operations
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs display management operations autonomously without requiring redundant user inputs. The display generation components and indicator management operate self-service style, automatically handling transitions and state changes based on predefined logic, thereby eliminating energy-wasting redundant processing while maintaining ease of operation.
3Productivity
If the indicator is moved from overlaid on the first location of the first content to overlaid on a second location of the second content, then seamless transitions between display modes are achieved, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The indicator serves multiple functions: it visually represents the current display state, facilitates user understanding of display transitions, and acts as a navigational element for seamless transitions between display modes. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional complex mechanisms while achieving high display transition efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The indicator is displayed as a visual copy or representation of the current display state, allowing users to understand and control display transitions through intuitive visual feedback rather than complex system configurations. This copying approach simplifies the user interface while enabling efficient display management.
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AI summary
The present disclosure generally relates to managing one or more displays. In particular, methods for moving an indicator between displays, moving an indicator based on body movement, and managing display operations are discussed herein.