Dynamic Electronic Form Sharing via Universal HTML Rendering
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current technologies face significant challenges in transforming electronic forms to be compatible across various operating systems and software, making it costly and complex to share and update forms, especially application-specific ones, as they require special transformations and specific software support.
Innovation Solution
The method involves using existing internet protocols to send data between terminals without needing special transformations, allowing for the selection and manipulation of forms based on graphical position, enabling sharing and manipulation across a wide range of operating systems and coding standards, independent of the visitor or operator terminals.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If electronic forms are transformed into PDF format for universal compatibility, then document exchange capability is improved, but the requirement for special transformation software and editing tools increases complexity and costs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies universality by using standard HTML forms that can be displayed and processed by any web browser without requiring specialized PDF software. The form structure uses universal web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) that are natively supported across all operating systems and devices, eliminating the need for platform-specific transformation tools while maintaining broad compatibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary approach by using a server-side processing system that receives form submissions through standard web protocols. The server acts as a mediator between the client's web browser and the destination system, transforming and routing data without requiring the client to have specialized PDF creation or editing software installed.
2Ease of operation
If application-specific electronic forms are created for different operating systems, then form functionality is improved, but the effort and cost to transform and share forms across systems increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a single universal HTML form structure that maintains application-specific functionality while being compatible with all operating systems. The form uses standardized web elements and event handlers that work consistently across platforms, eliminating the need to create separate versions for different OS while preserving the intended functionality through JavaScript logic and server-side processing.
3Adaptability or versatility
If special transformation methods are used to make forms compatible with web browsers, then display capability is improved, but the cost and complexity of the transformation process increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies self-service by designing forms that are natively compatible with web browsers using standard HTML, CSS, and JavaScript technologies. The forms automatically adapt to different browser environments without requiring external transformation tools or processes. The web browser itself provides the necessary rendering and interaction capabilities, eliminating the need for costly transformation middleware.
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AI summary
A terminal comprising a memory and a controller is disclosed. The controller is configured to receive a selection of at least one field, analyze said at least one selected field, generate a rendering template for said at least one selected field, share said rendering template with a visitorterminal via a server, receive data being associated with said rendering template from said visitorterminal, match said received data to said at least one selected field, and input said received data into said at least one selected field.