Information Processing for Enlarged File Image Comparison
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users may select multiple files for comparison but encounter issues when a desired file is not displayed during the process, and they may forget the storage location of such files.
Innovation Solution
An information processing system that displays an enlarged image of a selected file, allows users to search for and specify a second file, and positions the enlarged images of both files with a predetermined relationship on the display.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If multiple files are selected for comparison, then the comparison function is enhanced, but the display space becomes insufficient to show all files simultaneously
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transitions from a two-dimensional display layout to a three-dimensional spatial arrangement by projecting file images onto a spherical surface. This dimensional change allows multiple file images to be displayed simultaneously without overlapping, effectively resolving the display space constraint while maintaining the ability to compare multiple files.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent divides the display space into multiple independent regions on the spherical surface, with each region containing a separate file image. This segmentation allows each file to be displayed in its own dedicated space, enabling simultaneous comparison of multiple files without interference or overlap.
2Illumination intensity
If a file is enlarged for detailed viewing, then the visibility of the file content is improved, but the file's original position in the display becomes unclear
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a spherical surface as an intermediary between the file images and the display screen. This intermediary preserves the spatial relationships and storage location information of files while allowing individual files to be enlarged for detailed viewing. The spherical projection maintains positional context even when files are magnified.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a projected copy of the file images on the spherical surface that maintains the original spatial arrangement and positional information. This copy allows users to view enlarged versions of files while the original positions remain visible and recognizable on the spherical display.
3Quantity of substance
If the display shows more files simultaneously, then the overview of all files is improved, but the detail visibility of individual files decreases
Solution Approach 1:
By projecting file images onto a spherical surface, the patent utilizes three-dimensional space to display multiple files simultaneously. This dimensional expansion allows each file to maintain its own display area and visibility level, enabling both high quantity of displayed files and high individual file visibility without compromise.
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AI summary
An information processing system includes a processor configured to: cause a display to display an enlarged image corresponding to a file image in a case where the file image displayed on the display and serving as an image corresponding to a first file is selected by a user, the enlarged image having a display size larger than a display size of the file image; acquire file information about a second file that is different from the first file and that is specified in accordance with a searching process performed by the user in a state where the enlarged image is displayed on the display; and cause the display to display a corresponding image corresponding to the second file and the enlarged image in a state where the corresponding image and the enlarged image have a predetermined positional relationship, the corresponding image having a display size larger than the display size of the file image.