Preview Window for Real-Time Image Layout Adjustment
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional data editing techniques in print-on-demand services lack the ability for operators to adjust the layout position of images while previewing the finished image, leading to inaccuracies in meeting diverse printing requests.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus with a data editing system that includes a preview window for operators to receive and execute data editing operations, allowing real-time adjustment of image positions and printing conditions, enabling the creation of editable job data that can be converted and processed for output.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If the drawn position of an image is automatically determined by a predetermined condition, then the data editing process is simplified and faster, but the operator cannot adjust the layout position while checking the finished image, reducing flexibility and precision
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically switches between automatic layout determination mode and manual adjustment mode. In automatic mode, the drawn position is determined by predetermined conditions for efficiency. In manual mode, the operator can freely adjust the layout position while viewing the finished image through the preview window, allowing flexibility when needed
Solution Approach 2:
The preview window provides real-time visual feedback of the finished image to the operator. This allows the operator to see the effect of layout changes immediately and make precise adjustments to the drawn position of images while checking the overall appearance, resolving the contradiction between automation and manual control
2Productivity
If automatic layout determination is used, then the editing process is more efficient, but the precision of meeting specific printing requests deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system allows dynamic switching between automatic determination and manual adjustment of layout positions. For standard requests, automatic determination maintains high efficiency. For specific printing requests requiring precise layout control, the operator can switch to manual mode to adjust the drawn position of images with precision
Solution Approach 2:
The preview window displays the finished image with the current layout, providing visual feedback to the operator. This enables precise adjustment of image positions to meet specific printing requirements while maintaining awareness of the overall layout effectiveness
Data Source
AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes a first controller, a data editor, and a second controller. The first controller is configured to display a data editable preview window based on job data created from input data and receive data editing operation through the preview window. The data editor is configured to edit the job data in accordance with the data editing operation received through the preview window. The second controller is configured to transmit, to an output device, output data converted from the edited job data and request the output device to execute job processing.