Multi-Selection Apparatus with Distinct Instruction Correspondences
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing multi-selection methods in resource browsers are inefficient as they do not allow for differentiated operations on a single object, leading to low operational efficiency, especially when handling large groups of files like photos that need to be distributed differently among users.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus for performing multi-selection by establishing distinct correspondences between selection instructions and objects, allowing for different operations on each object, such as opening and displaying an object group, determining and storing correspondences for different selection instructions, and operating objects based on these correspondences.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional multi-selection methods are used where a single object group is operated uniformly, then the operation simplicity is maintained, but the operational efficiency deteriorates when differentiated operations are needed on different objects
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the object group into multiple sub-groups based on different selection criteria. Each sub-group corresponds to objects selected by a specific selection instruction (e.g., different users, different categories). This segmentation allows differentiated operations on different sub-groups while maintaining a unified interface, thus improving operational efficiency without significantly increasing user-facing complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a new dimension of selection by allowing multiple selection instructions to be applied simultaneously to the same object group. Instead of single-dimension selection (one criterion), the system enables multi-dimensional selection (multiple criteria), where each dimension represents a different selection instruction. This dimensional expansion resolves the contradiction by enabling efficient differentiated operations.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple selection instructions are established for different operations on objects, then the adaptability of the system improves, but the complexity of managing correspondences increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent performs preliminary actions by pre-establishing the correspondence relationships between selection instructions and object groups before actual operations are needed. The system pre-processes and stores the mapping information, so when operations are executed, the correspondence management is already completed. This preliminary action reduces the complexity during actual operation execution.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an intermediary mechanism (the correspondence relationship) that mediates between selection instructions and actual operations. Instead of directly managing complex multi-dimensional selections, the system uses this intermediary layer to translate diverse selection criteria into structured object groupings. This intermediary simplifies the management complexity by providing a standardized interface between user selections and system operations.
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AI summary
A method and apparatus perform multi-selection. The method comprises: opening and displaying an object group on a display device, the object group comprising at least one object; determining an object corresponding to a first selection instruction from the at least one object based on the first selection instruction, and establishing a first correspondence between the first selection instruction and the object corresponding to the first selection instruction; determining an object corresponding to a second selection instruction from the at least one object based on the second selection instruction, and establishing a second correspondence between the second selection instruction and the object corresponding to the second selection instruction, the second selection instruction being different from the first selection instruction; operating the at least one object based on the first and second correspondences, the operation being conducted according to the first and second selection instructions.