Mobile Call Screen Line Selection Menu
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current mobile device applications require users to manually switch between communication lines for making outgoing calls, which is inconvenient as they need to navigate away from the call screen and return, disrupting the calling process.
Innovation Solution
A user interface method that allows users to select a communication line for an outgoing call directly from the call screen by displaying a line selection menu, enabling them to update the active line without leaving the call screen, facilitating seamless line switching.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If users manually switch communication lines using a separate application or screen, then the active line can be changed, but the calling process is interrupted and user convenience deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the line selection functionality directly into the call screen by displaying multiple communication lines and their corresponding phone numbers within the same interface. This allows users to select different communication lines without navigating to separate screens or applications, thereby eliminating the need to leave and return to the call screen while maintaining call setup continuity
2Adaptability or versatility
If the call screen displays only the active line information, then the interface remains simple, but users cannot easily select alternate communication lines
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the display of communication line information by organizing multiple lines with their respective phone numbers in a structured format within the call screen. Each communication line is presented as a distinct selectable option, allowing users to easily identify and choose from available lines without overwhelming the interface with unorganized information
Data Source
AI summary
A system and method for providing a user interface that allows users to change the active line on which an outgoing call may be placed. In example embodiments, a direction to display a line selection menu on the call screen is received from the user, where the line selection menu is comprised of data identifying one or more of the multiple communication lines accessible at the mobile device. In response to the direction received from the user, the line selection menu is displayed on the call screen, and an input identifying a user-selected communication line is received. A display field in which data identifying the active line is displayed is updated accordingly.