Information Processing Device Folder Icon Storage Automation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face inconvenience in storing image data generated by an image reading device, as existing methods require moving data from a transfer destination folder to a specific folder or designating a storage destination, which complicates the operation.
Innovation Solution
A computer-readable medium with instructions that allow an information processing device to display storage areas, receive path information upon user input, and automatically store scan data in the designated location, eliminating the need to move data and simplify the storage process.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the PC creates a transfer destination folder in a hard disk drive to receive image data, then the image data can be received and stored, but the user must move the image data to a particular folder, increasing operation complexity
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a folder icon image as an intermediary that represents the storage destination. When the user right-clicks on this folder icon image, the system directly stores the scan data in the corresponding folder without requiring manual data movement. This intermediary visual representation simplifies the interaction between the user and the storage system.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary actions by creating the transfer destination folder in advance and displaying its icon image. The folder is prepared and waiting for scan data before the actual scanning occurs. This preliminary setup eliminates the need for post-scan data movement operations.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the user designates a particular folder as storage destination, then the image data can be stored in the desired location, but an additional operation of designating the folder is required, reducing efficiency
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the folder selection operation with the scan execution operation. By displaying the folder icon image that represents the storage destination and allowing the user to right-click on it, the system combines what would traditionally be separate operations (selecting folder + starting scan) into a single integrated action.
Solution Approach 2:
The system provides self-service by automatically understanding the user's storage intent when they right-click on a folder icon image. The system automatically sets that folder as the storage destination and proceeds with the scan, eliminating the need for separate folder designation steps.
3Ease of manufacture
If the system stores scan data in a transfer destination folder, then the data reception function is simple, but the user cannot directly store data in a specific folder without additional moving operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent adds a visual dimension to the storage system by displaying folder icon images on the screen. This visual representation layer allows users to interact with storage destinations in a more intuitive way, bridging the gap between the simple data reception function and the user's need for direct storage control.
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AI summary
An information processing device may display a first image indicating a storage area. The information processing device may display a second image in response to receiving a first specific operation performed on the first image. The information processing device may receive a second specific operation for selecting the second image. The information processing device may receive first path information in response to receiving the second specific operation The first path information may indicate a location of the storage area. The information processing device may send the first execution instruction to the image processing device, in the case that the second specific operation is received. The information processing device may receive scan data from the image processing device. The information processing device may store a data file of the received scan data in the storage area designated by the first path information.