Gadget Configuration Sharing System

The patent implements gadget sharing by creating a copy mechanism where one user's configured gadget can be copied and shared with other users. The system generates a shareable representation of the gadget configuration that can be transmitted to recipients, allowing them to obtain the same configured gadget without repeating the configuration process. This directly addresses the duplication of effort problem by enabling efficient copying of gadget settings.

The patent applies preliminary action by allowing users to configure gadgets once and then share those pre-configured gadgets with others. The configuration work is performed in advance by the sender user, and the pre-configured gadget is then distributed to recipient users who can use it immediately without performing the configuration steps themselves. This eliminates the need for multiple users to perform the same preliminary configuration work.

The patent implements local quality by providing different levels of access control for different aspects of gadget sharing. The system allows the sender to specify which configuration parameters are shared and with which users, creating localized access rights rather than a blanket permission system. Each recipient can be granted specific permissions (view-only, edit, etc.) for specific gadgets, allowing fine-grained control over who can access and modify what.

The patent applies parameter changes by allowing the sender to modify access control parameters when sharing gadgets. The system changes the state of gadget sharing from no-sharing to controlled-sharing by adjusting permission parameters. The sender can specify recipients, define what configuration parameters are shared, and set modification rights, thereby dynamically changing the access control state to balance ease of sharing with security requirements.