Mobile Terminal Icon Management via Class Mapping and Batch Operations

The patent segments application icons into different classes (e.g., system applications, third-party applications, frequently used applications) and organizes them into separate groups. This segmentation enables batch management operations where users can select and manage multiple icons of the same class simultaneously, rather than managing each icon individually. The segmentation principle directly addresses the lack of batch management capability and classification organization in existing methods.

The patent merges multiple individual icon selection operations into a single batch selection operation. Users can select multiple icons belonging to the same class simultaneously through a unified selection interface, and then perform move operations on all selected icons at once. This merging of operations significantly improves icon management speed and productivity while maintaining precise positioning capability for each icon within the batch.

The patent implements preliminary classification of applications into different classes during the installation process or through automatic detection. This preliminary organization by class enables users to perform batch operations on all applications within a class without needing to manually select each icon individually. The preliminary action of classification significantly reduces the time required for managing multiple icons while preserving the ability to perform precise control operations on selected batches.

The patent enables preliminary icon management operations to be performed during the application installation process itself. Users can select target screens and positions for application icons before the installation is finalized, and the system prepares the icon layout in advance. This preliminary action allows users to plan their icon arrangement beforehand, and the system ensures reliable installation completion while providing enhanced adaptability for pre-installation management.

The patent merges multiple individual drag-and-drop operations into a single batch move operation. Users can select multiple icons and move them to target screens simultaneously through a unified operation interface. The system provides visual feedback indicating the batch operation status and confirms when all selected icons have been successfully moved, maintaining visual confirmation capability while dramatically improving batch move operation efficiency compared to performing individual drag operations for each icon.