Image Processing Setting Screens for Consistent Remote Job Execution
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Solution Overview
Problem
The usability of image processing apparatuses is reduced when job instructions are given from external terminals due to the lack of clear display of execution steps, as the operation panel of the image processing apparatus and the external terminal often have different display and execution processes.
Innovation Solution
The image processing apparatus is configured to receive job information from an external terminal, perform display control to show a setting screen corresponding to the job information, and execute the function based on the received information, ensuring consistent screen transitions and user interactions similar to those of the operation panel.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If job execution is controlled from an external terminal, then operation convenience is improved, but user understanding of execution process deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The operation panel displays a setting screen that provides visual feedback about the job execution process. When job information is received from an external terminal, the system displays corresponding setting information on the operation panel, allowing users to understand what is being executed while maintaining the convenience of remote operation.
Solution Approach 2:
The operation panel serves as an intermediary between the external terminal and the image processing apparatus. It receives job information from the external terminal and presents it in a user-understandable format on the setting screen, bridging the gap between remote control and local understanding.
2Adaptability or versatility
If display screens of external terminal and operation panel are different, then device versatility is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system displays homogeneous information on both the external terminal and operation panel. By showing the same setting information and execution status on both devices, it maintains consistency in user experience while allowing operation from different devices, thus preserving ease of operation across multiple platforms.
Data Source
AI summary
An image processing apparatus includes a memory and at least one processor in communication with the memory, wherein the at least one processor of the image processing apparatus is configured to receive job information for giving an instruction to execute a function of the image processing apparatus from an external terminal, perform display control such that a setting screen for the function corresponding to the job information is displayed, based on the reception of the job information, and execute the function based on the received job information.