Program Call-Back Icon for Quick Return
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional program call-back processes in data processing devices are complex and time-consuming, requiring users to navigate through operating system switching processes, making quick call-backs difficult.
Innovation Solution
A method and apparatus that utilize a receiving module to deliver calling information with a target parameter and APPID, establishing an icon for quick program call-back, allowing users to return to the original program with a single operation without complex OS switching.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If program B is displayed on top of program A's window after program A calls program B, then program B can be executed independently, but the process of program B calling back program A becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-establishing a shortcut icon for program A within program B's interface before program A is actually needed. This icon is created during the initial calling process, so when program B needs to call back program A, the user can directly click the pre-positioned icon instead of navigating through complex OS switching processes, thus reducing call-back time while maintaining execution independence
2Adaptability or versatility
If conventional OS switching process is used for program call-back, then program switching can be achieved, but the switching process is complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts the essential call-back function from the complex OS switching process by creating a dedicated shortcut icon within program B's interface. This icon directly invokes program A without requiring the user to go through the general OS program switching mechanism, thus simplifying the operation while maintaining the ability to switch between programs
3Ease of operation
If user presses switching key for long time or double-clicks HOME key to return to program A, then program call-back can be achieved, but the operation becomes complex and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an intermediary element - a shortcut icon for program A - that is embedded within program B's interface. This icon acts as a direct mediator between program B and program A, eliminating the need for users to perform complex operations like long-pressing switching keys or double-clicking HOME keys. The icon provides a simple one-click path back to program A, reducing both operational complexity and time
Data Source
AI summary
A method and an apparatus for calling back a program. A receiving module receives calling information delivered by a first program. The calling information includes a target parameter of a second program to be called and a parameter indicating an application identity (APPID) of the first program. A processing module calls the second program by using the target parameter, and establishes an icon for quickly calling back the first program. The icon is corresponding to the APPID. A returning module returns to the first program by using the APPID after receiving an instruction triggered by an operation on the icon.