Job Output Preview for Preset Settings
Solution Overview
Problem
There is uncertainty regarding whether a job output using a preset setting by another user is produced as intended, as existing technologies lack a method to verify the output before it occurs.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus and method that allows an instruction user to receive an output instruction and display the output result of a job before its output, specifically when the setting user is different from the instruction user, by communicating with a server to identify users and display a preview of the output result on a display unit.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If a preset setting created by another user is applied to a job for output, then the job can be processed using pre-configured parameters, but there is uncertainty about whether the job will be output as intended
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs a preliminary action by displaying a preview of the job output result before actual output occurs. When an instruction user applies a preset setting created by another user, the system generates and displays a preview image showing what the output will look like with that preset applied. This allows the instruction user to verify the output will be as intended before committing to actual production, thus resolving the uncertainty while maintaining efficient use of presets.
2Reliability
If a preview function is implemented to display output results before production, then output accuracy can be verified, but system complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system creates a simplified copy or representation of the actual job output in the form of a preview image. Instead of implementing a complex simulation or test production process, the system generates a visual copy that mimics the appearance and key characteristics of the final output. This copying approach provides verification capability while keeping the system relatively simple, as it leverages existing image processing and display capabilities rather than requiring complex additional hardware or software systems.
Data Source
AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes a processor configured to: receive an output instruction to apply a preset setting to a job for output; and, when a setting user is different from an instruction user, the setting user presetting the preset setting, the instruction user transmitting the output instruction, display an output result of the job before output of the job, the output result being obtained if the preset setting is applied.