Image Post-Processing Sequence Adjustment for Selected Photos

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing electronic devices lack efficient methods to dynamically adjust the sequence of post-processing functions for images based on user interactions and device states, leading to suboptimal user experience.

Innovation Solution

An electronic device with a display, memory, and processors that can identify user inputs and device states to change the sequence of post-processing functions, such as HDR, portrait, and noise adjustment, to prioritize processing based on user selection and device conditions.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If post-processing functions are executed in a fixed sequence, then processing stability is maintained, but user experience and processing efficiency deteriorate due to inability to adapt to user selections and device states

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptability to user selection and device stateVSAvoidcomplexity of sequence adjustment mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by making the post-processing sequence adjustable rather than fixed. The system can dynamically change the execution sequence based on user selections and device states, transforming a static processing pipeline into a flexible, adaptive system that responds to real-time conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the parameter of sequence order based on different conditions. By modifying the execution sequence parameter according to user selections and device states, the system optimizes processing efficiency and user experience without requiring complete system redesign.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Ease of operation

If post-processing sequence is dynamically adjusted based on user selection, then user experience and processing priority are improved, but system complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveuser experience in image processingVSAvoidcomplexity of sequence management
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The system performs self-service by automatically adjusting the processing sequence based on user selections and device states without requiring manual intervention. The sequence adjustment is handled autonomously by the system, simplifying the user interface while maintaining sophisticated processing logic.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements feedback mechanisms where user selections and device states feed back into the sequence determination logic. This closed-loop system continuously monitors conditions and adjusts the processing sequence accordingly, creating an intelligent adaptive system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

3Productivity

If all post-processing functions are executed for every image, then processing completeness is achieved, but processing time and resource consumption increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveprocessing speed and resource efficiencyVSAvoidtime for post-processing execution
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies partial action by selecting and executing only the necessary post-processing functions based on image characteristics and device states. Instead of always executing the complete processing pipeline, the system performs partial processing when conditions warrant it, optimizing the balance between processing quality and time consumption.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs preliminary assessment of image characteristics and device states before executing post-processing functions. This preliminary action determines the optimal processing sequence and identifies which functions are necessary, avoiding unnecessary processing steps and reducing overall processing time.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS20250341956A1Electronic device for executing post-processing function for image, and method therefor
Publication Date: 2025.11.06 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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AI summary

An electronic device is provided. The electronic device includes a display, memory storing instructions, and one or more processors, wherein the instructions when executed by the one or more processors individually or collectively, cause the electronic device to identify, in response to identifying an input indicating a selection of a first image through the display, a sequence for execution of a post-processing function, change, based on identifying the first image and a second image positioned before the first image in the sequence, a position of the first image within the sequence, and display, based on executing a post-processing function with respect to the first image in accordance with the changed position, the first image changed by the post-processing function in the display.