Generative AI Printing With Authenticated Image-Forming Apparatus Selection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users need to manually copy output from generative AI systems like ChatGPT to a file and execute printing through a print driver, which is cumbersome.
Innovation Solution
A computer program that extends generative AI services to directly specify an image forming apparatus for printing by acquiring user authentication and apparatus information from a printing server, enabling seamless printing without manual intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual copying and print driver execution is used, then printing can be executed, but the operation process becomes cumbersome and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a generative AI service as an intermediary between the user and the printing system. The AI service receives natural language requests, generates appropriate print commands, and automatically executes printing without requiring users to manually copy content or interact with print drivers. This mediator simplifies the operation process while maintaining printing functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the traditional mechanical interaction process (manual copying, file selection, driver configuration) with an automated AI-based system. The generative AI service processes natural language requests and automatically handles the printing workflow, substituting manual mechanical operations with intelligent automation.
2Productivity
If manual copying is required, then printing can be executed through print driver, but the process becomes time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The generative AI service performs preliminary actions by automatically processing the content generation and print command creation before the actual printing occurs. The system pre-processes user requests, generates appropriate print data, and prepares everything for immediate printing, eliminating the need for users to manually copy and prepare files in advance.
Solution Approach 2:
The printing system provides self-service functionality where the generative AI service automatically handles the entire printing workflow without requiring user intervention for copying, file management, or driver configuration. The system serves itself by processing requests and executing printing operations autonomously.
3Adaptability or versatility
If generative AI service integrates printing function, then printing becomes seamless, but the system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The generative AI service is designed with multi-functionality, handling both content generation and printing operations through a single integrated system. This universal service can process various types of requests (text, images, documents) and automatically route them to appropriate printing functions, providing versatile printing integration without requiring separate specialized systems for each function.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a computer program for extending a function of a generative AI service. Upon receiving a print request through the generative AI service, the computer program causes a computer of the information processing apparatus to function so as to acquire authentication information related to the user. The computer program causes the above computer to function so as to acquire apparatus information related to an available image forming apparatus from the printing server using the acquired authentication information related to the user, and specify the image forming apparatus to execute printing based on the apparatus information.