Operation Icon Nesting for Manual Access
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing operation support devices lack an intuitive and organized method for displaying operation manuals and related information, making it difficult for users to navigate and execute operation processes efficiently.
Innovation Solution
The operation support device displays operation icons as a menu, with each icon linked to a specific operation manual. It includes a processor that shows individual manual icons within the operation icons, and a general manual icon linked to a comprehensive manual for the entire operation menu.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If operation manuals and links are displayed separately from operation icons, then users can access manual information, but the interface becomes complex and difficult to navigate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies nesting by placing the operation manual and link information directly within the operation icon area. The manual is displayed in a pop-up window that overlays the icon, and the link is positioned inside the icon's boundary, creating a nested structure where multiple elements share the same spatial space without increasing overall interface complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent merges the operation icon, manual display area, and link information into a single integrated unit. By combining these elements that were previously separate, the interface maintains simplicity while providing comprehensive functionality - the icon serves both as an operation trigger and as a container for manual and link information
2Productivity
If multiple operation icons are displayed without organized structure, then users have access to all operations, but it becomes difficult to locate and execute specific operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the operation icons into organized groups based on operational categories or functions. Each icon is distinctly positioned and labeled, allowing users to quickly locate and identify the specific operation they need. This segmentation maintains comprehensive access to all operations while improving navigability through structured arrangement
3Loss of information
If operation manual is displayed as separate window, then complete manual content is accessible, but user attention is分散 and navigation time increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses a pop-up window structure where the manual is displayed nested within the operation icon context. This allows complete manual content to be accessible while maintaining focus on the current operation. The manual can be viewed without leaving the current interface state, reducing navigation time between different operations and manual sections
Data Source
AI summary
Provided is an operation support device that displays at least one operation icon as a predetermined operation menu, including a processor that shows the operation icon as a first operation icon for opening an operation screen for executing a predetermined operation process. The processor disposes a second operation icon associated with a link to a first operation manual corresponding to the operation process within an area of the first operation icon, and shows a third operation icon associated with a link to a second operation manual corresponding to the operation menu with the first operation icon.