Interactive Image Recoloring With Single-Scribble Region Inference
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional image recoloring methods require substantial user intervention and computational resources, making them tedious and time-consuming, especially on mobile devices.
Innovation Solution
A system that allows users to interactively recolor image regions using a single scribble and specified color, employing graphical model inference and preprocessing techniques to optimize computational efficiency and minimize user interface flow.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If conventional image recoloring methods are used, then recolorization can be achieved, but user intervention and computational processing become substantial and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies partial action by requiring only a single scribble from the user to initiate recoloring, rather than demanding comprehensive annotations or multiple editing steps. This minimal user input triggers an automated process that handles the complex recoloring task, significantly reducing both user intervention and time consumption while maintaining effective recolorization functionality
2Manufacturing precision
If conventional image recoloring methods are used, then recolorization can be achieved, but computational processing becomes expensive and complex
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the computationally intensive recoloring processing from the user interaction flow, separating the simple user action (scribble) from the complex system processing (automated recoloring). This extraction allows high-quality recolorization to be achieved through automated algorithms without requiring the user to engage with complex computational processes, effectively decoupling quality output from operational complexity
3Adaptability or versatility
If mobile devices are used for image recoloring, then accessibility is improved, but computational resources and processing speed are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by performing preprocessing on the input image before the main recoloring operation. This preprocessing step prepares the image data in advance, optimizing it for the subsequent recoloring process and enabling faster processing on mobile devices with limited computational resources, thus improving productivity without sacrificing mobile compatibility
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AI summary
Disclosed are systems, methods, and computer-readable storage media to perform an interactive image recolorization process. The method includes receiving user input including a stroke drawn on an image presented on a client device. The stroke comprises a user-specified color. The method further includes determining a region of interest in the image. The method further includes recolorizing the region of interest on the image based on the user-specified color and causing presentation of a result of the recolorization on the client device.