Hierarchical Document Structure Management via Indicator Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Managing hierarchical document structures during creation and editing is complex due to changes such as adding or removing elements, which can impact other parts of the document, complicating the editing process.
Innovation Solution
A method to identify and determine hierarchical levels within a document by interpreting indicators such as prefixes, stems, and suffixes, and associating document portions with these levels, allowing for dynamic updating of the structure and formatting based on user requests.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If hierarchical structure is used to improve document comprehension, then document organization and readability are improved, but document management complexity increases during creation and editing
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the hierarchical structure into discrete indicators (numbering elements like 1.0, 1.1, 2.0) that can be independently identified and processed. Each indicator is treated as a separate entity with associated metadata, allowing the system to manage complexity by breaking down the overall hierarchical structure into manageable segments that can be processed individually during document creation and editing.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary processing system that automatically detects, interprets, and manages hierarchical indicators. This intermediary layer sits between the user and the hierarchical structure, automatically handling the complexity of maintaining hierarchical relationships, updating affected portions, and ensuring consistency without requiring direct user management of the underlying hierarchical complexity.
2Adaptability or versatility
If elements are added or moved within hierarchical levels, then document content flexibility is improved, but document structure consistency deteriorates due to required updates in impacted portions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the system continuously monitors hierarchical indicators and automatically detects changes in the document structure. When elements are added or moved, the system provides feedback by identifying affected portions and automatically updating them to maintain consistency. This feedback loop ensures that hierarchical relationships remain intact and consistent throughout the document without manual intervention.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs preliminary actions by pre-establishing the hierarchical structure and identifying all potential affected portions before edits are made. The system proactively prepares update paths and relationships, so when changes occur, the necessary updates can be automatically applied to maintain consistency. This preliminary structuring allows flexible editing while preserving hierarchical integrity.
3Ease of operation
If manual management of hierarchical updates is performed, then editing control is improved, but time consumption increases due to complex update tracking
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables the hierarchical structure to serve itself by implementing automatic detection and update mechanisms. The system autonomously identifies hierarchical indicators, determines their relationships, and updates affected portions without requiring manual intervention. This self-service capability maintains full editing control while eliminating the time-consuming task of manually tracking and updating hierarchical relationships throughout the document.
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AI summary
A method and computing system are provided for identifying a plurality of indicators of hierarchy within a document. A hierarchical level associated with each of the plurality of indicators may be determined. One or more portions of the document may be associated with a respective hierarchical level associated with each of the plurality of indicators.