Dual-Axis Slider for Simultaneous Parameter Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for adjusting two related parameters in computer or phone applications require separate adjustments, making it inconvenient to determine a final numerical value as users need to check and adjust values multiple times.
Innovation Solution
A numerical value determination method using a sliding control in an interactive interface, where the sliding control's positions on two coordinate axes correspond to different parameters, allowing simultaneous adjustment and real-time calculation of a target numerical value.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If two parameters are adjusted separately using existing methods, then each parameter can be controlled independently, but the operation process becomes complex and requires multiple checks and adjustments
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines two separate parameter adjustment operations into a single sliding control operation. The sliding control simultaneously adjusts both parameters as the user drags it, eliminating the need for separate adjustments and multiple checks. This merging of operations directly resolves the contradiction by improving ease of operation while reducing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from one-dimensional separate parameter adjustment to two-dimensional simultaneous adjustment using a sliding control that operates on both parameters at once. By adding the dimension of simultaneous control, the system allows users to adjust multiple parameters in a single action, thereby simplifying the operation process.
2Measurement precision
If two parameters are adjusted separately, then each parameter can be precisely controlled, but the time required to determine the final numerical value increases
Solution Approach 1:
The sliding control enables continuous simultaneous adjustment of both parameters in real-time. As the user moves the sliding control, both parameters are updated continuously without interruption or need for separate adjustment steps. This continuous action maintains precision while dramatically reducing the time required to determine the final numerical value.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate controls are used for parameter adjustment, then each parameter can be independently modified, but the interface becomes more complex and less intuitive
Solution Approach 1:
The sliding control serves as a universal control element that simultaneously handles multiple parameter adjustments. Instead of requiring separate controls for each parameter, the single sliding control performs the function of adjusting both parameters, thereby maintaining parameter independence while simplifying the interface.
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AI summary
A numerical value determination method is applied to a terminal that can present an interactive interface, and the interactive interface includes a slider control. The method includes: controlling, according to a received operation event, the sliding control so that same moves within the interactive interface; acquiring a first projection position, on a first coordinate axis corresponding to a first count item, of the sliding control, and a second projection position, on a second coordinate axis corresponding to a second count item, of the sliding control; determining, according to the first projection position, a first count value corresponding to the first count item, and determining, according to the second projection position, a second count value corresponding to the second count item; and determining and presenting a target numerical value according to the first counting value and the second counting value.