Mobile Terminal Text Input Application Module Invocation
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Solution Overview
Problem
The inefficiency of text input processes in mobile terminals due to the need for users to frequently exit and re-enter text editing interfaces to perform calculations, look up information, or access other application modules, leading to cumbersome operations and increased chances of errors.
Innovation Solution
A method and mobile terminal configuration that allows users to quickly call application modules during text input by detecting specific identifiers, confirming the call, and returning the results directly to the text input interface, reducing the need for manual data entry and improving user experience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If users exit text editing interface to access other application modules for calculations or information lookup, then they can access required functions, but operation steps increase and input efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the text editing interface with quick access to application modules by embedding shortcut identifiers directly within the text input field. Users can type special codes (e.g., <<calculator>>) to invoke external applications without exiting the current interface, thereby combining multiple functions into a unified workflow.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary action by pre-defining shortcut identifiers and their corresponding application mappings before user input. When users type these predefined codes, the system automatically triggers the associated application, eliminating the need for users to manually navigate through menus or exit the current interface.
2Ease of operation
If users manually exit and re-enter interfaces to perform operations, then they can complete tasks, but operation complexity and error probability increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides self-service by automatically managing the workflow between text editing and application execution. After users invoke an application via shortcut identifier and complete their task, the system automatically captures the result and inserts it back into the text field, eliminating manual intervention for interface switching and data transfer.
Solution Approach 2:
The shortcut identifier acts as an intermediary element that bridges the text editing interface and external application modules. This mediator enables seamless communication and data exchange between different interfaces without requiring users to manually navigate or transfer information.
3Adaptability or versatility
If traditional interface switching is used to access application modules, then external functions can be accessed, but user experience and input flow continuity are disrupted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent maintains continuity of useful action by keeping the text editing interface active and visible while allowing quick invocation of external applications through shortcut identifiers. The workflow continues uninterrupted as users can instantly switch between text input and application execution without losing context or requiring manual navigation.
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AI summary
A method for calling an application module and a mobile terminal thereof are provided in the present document, which can call the application module quickly during text editing. The method includes that: during the text editing, after the mobile terminal detects an identifier for calling an application, it determines that conditions for calling the application module are satisfied and calls the application module. The conditions include receiving a command from user to confirm calling the application. The mobile terminal includes a detecting module, a condition judging module and a calling module. The embodiments of the present invention call each application module instantly during the text inputting, and in addition, the final required data are inserted directly into the text editing position to reduce users' operation procedures, thus greatly improving friendliness of man-machine interaction, the overall efficiency, speed and convenience of input, and making users' input experience improved dramatically.