Mobile Terminal File Sharing via Multi-Window Interface

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Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional file sharing methods between mobile terminal devices are cumbersome and inefficient, requiring multiple steps and complex operations such as Bluetooth pairing and manual selection of sharing options.

Innovation Solution

A method that establishes a connection between two mobile terminals, displaying multiple windows to allow direct file sharing by dragging files from one terminal to folders on another, simplifying the process and improving user experience by eliminating the need for step-by-step operations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of operation

If conventional Bluetooth pairing and manual file sharing steps are used, then file transfer can be achieved, but the operation process becomes cumbersome and time-consuming

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefile sharing operationVSAvoidfile sharing time

Core Design Contradiction:

Ease of operationVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The system pre-establishes connection channels between terminals and pre-loads the file selection interface, so when a user wants to share a file, the connection is already available and the file picker is immediately accessible, eliminating the need for manual Bluetooth pairing and sequential navigation steps

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent combines the file selection interface with the contact list and sharing options into a single integrated window, allowing users to select files, choose recipients, and initiate transfer all in one view without switching between multiple screens or menus

Inventive Principle:

Principle #5Merging (Combining)

2Productivity

If multiple manual steps are required for file sharing, then file transfer functionality is achieved, but user experience deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvefile sharing efficiencyVSAvoiduser experience

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSEase of operation

Solution Approach 1:

The file sharing process is segmented into independent selectable options within the interface, allowing users to quickly identify and select the desired file, recipient, and sharing method without being overwhelmed by a monolithic complex form

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The system automatically manages connection establishment, file transfer initiation, and progress tracking once the user makes their selection, eliminating the need for users to manually configure technical parameters or monitor low-level transfer processes

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

3Reliability

If complex pairing procedures are implemented, then connection reliability is improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveconnection reliabilityVSAvoidsharing process complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Connection protocols and authentication mechanisms are pre-configured and automatically activated when the integrated window is opened, ensuring reliable connections without requiring users to manually navigate through complex pairing settings or security configurations

Inventive Principle:

Principle #10Preliminary action

Data Source

PatentUS12135692B2File sharing method of mobile terminal and device

Publication Date: 2024.11.05 HUAWEI TECH CO LTD

AI summary

A file sharing method includes that a first mobile terminal establishes a connection to a second mobile terminal. The first mobile terminal displays at least two windows. One of the window includes at least one first file stored in the first mobile terminal, the other window includes a file directory of the second mobile terminal, and the file directory includes at least a first folder. The first mobile terminal sends the first file to the second mobile terminal in response to an operation performed by a user on the first file.