Image Processing Apparatus Next Action Determination
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional mobile terminals require complex operations when performing multiple image processing tasks using multiple applications, as users need to repeatedly select and switch between applications, leading to inefficient image editing workflows.
Innovation Solution
An image processing apparatus with a processor and memory that acquires and edits images, tracks processing history, and suggests next actions based on user-specific and general image processing histories, simplifying the selection of subsequent editing tasks by displaying candidate actions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If users manually select and switch between multiple applications to perform sequential image processing, then multiple editing functions can be applied, but the operation becomes complicated and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple application selections and image loading operations into a single automated workflow. The determination unit combines first history information (current application's processing history) and second history information (other applications' processing histories) to automatically determine the next action, eliminating the need for users to manually switch between applications and reload images.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs self-service by automatically determining and executing the next processing action without user intervention. The control unit automatically executes the determined action (such as switching to the appropriate application or loading the next image) based on the analyzed history information, making the system serve itself rather than requiring continuous user guidance.
2Adaptability or versatility
If users repeatedly perform application selection and image loading operations for each processing step, then multiple processing tasks can be completed, but productivity decreases due to repetitive operations
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary action by pre-analyzing and storing processing history information for both the current and other applications. This history information is prepared in advance so that when processing is needed, the determination unit can quickly determine the next action without requiring users to manually select applications or load images, thereby improving productivity.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses feedback from processing history information to automatically determine subsequent actions. By analyzing what processing has been performed and what remains to be done (based on first and second history information), the control unit provides feedback-driven automation that eliminates repetitive manual operations and improves processing efficiency.
3Measurement precision
If the system tracks and analyzes processing history for multiple applications, then next action determination becomes accurate, but information processing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments information processing into two distinct parts: first history information (from the current application) and second history information (from other applications). This segmentation allows the determination unit to analyze each type of history information separately and combine them systematically, improving determination accuracy while managing information processing complexity through structured organization.
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AI summary
An image processing apparatus includes: an image acquisition unit configured to acquire a photographed image; an editing unit configured to edit the photographed image by executing an action including an application and image processing that is a function of the application; an information acquisition unit configured to acquire photographing information on photographing of the photographed image; a first acquisition unit configured to acquire first history information indicating a history of actions for the photographed image; a second acquisition unit configured to acquire second history information based on at least a history of actions for an image different from the photographed image; and a control unit configured to determine a candidate for an action that is to be executed next on a basis of the first history information and the second history information and perform control to notify the determined candidate.