Merging Virtual UI Controls to Reduce Layout Complexity
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Solution Overview
Problem
In virtual environment-based applications, the complex layout of numerous user interface (UI) controls reduces the efficiency of human-computer interaction.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that allow users to merge UI controls through a merge setting operation, simplifying the layout and improving interaction efficiency by combining frequently unused or jointly used controls into a single control.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If multiple UI controls are displayed separately on the virtual environment picture, then each control can be independently operated, but the layout becomes complex and interaction efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple separate UI controls into a single integrated control element. When users perform specific operations (such as long-pressing or dragging) on the virtual object, multiple control functions (movement, attack, interaction) are combined into one unified control interface, reducing layout complexity while maintaining full functionality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent creates a universal control element that can perform multiple functions. The merged control element responds to different operation types (tap, long-press, drag) to execute various actions (move, attack, interact), allowing one control to replace multiple specialized controls while maintaining ease of operation.
2Productivity
If many UI controls are distributed on the virtual environment picture, then comprehensive control functions are available, but the layout complexity increases and interaction efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple distributed UI controls into a single merged control element that provides comprehensive control functions. This merging reduces the visual complexity of the layout while preserving all necessary control capabilities through context-sensitive operation responses.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a dynamic control system where the merged control element adapts its behavior based on the virtual object's state and user operations. The control element can switch between different functions (movement, attack, interaction) dynamically, providing comprehensive control without requiring multiple static control elements on the layout.
Data Source
AI summary
An aspect of the disclosure provides a method and an apparatus for a control interface in a virtual environment. For example, the method includes providing a graphical user interface (GUI) with a virtual environment picture of the virtual environment. The GUI includes a first graphical element and a second graphical element. The first graphical element is associated with a first control for a first virtual object and the second graphical element is associated with a second control for the first virtual object. The method further includes receiving a merge setting operation for the first graphical element and the second graphical element, and merging the first control and the second control into a third graphical element in response to the merge setting operation.