Proximity-Based Switch Indicator for Touch Interface Data Navigation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current user interfaces for touch-enabled devices do not facilitate easy navigation through large quantities of data, leading to performance degradation when switching from standard devices.
Innovation Solution
A computer program product that displays a graphical user interface with a switch indicator, allowing users to input proximity-based commands to switch between different levels of data file navigation granularity, enabling seamless movement between pages and zooming capabilities.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Quantity of substance
If a touch enabled device displays large quantities of data in a standard view, then the data capacity is improved, but the navigation efficiency and user interaction speed deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the data file into multiple pages, allowing users to navigate through divided portions rather than viewing all data at once. This segmentation enables efficient navigation by breaking down large data quantities into manageable units that can be accessed sequentially or selectively.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a proximity dimension for user interaction, where different proximity levels to the switch indicator correspond to different navigation granularities. This adds a spatial dimension to control, enabling quick switching between coarse and fine navigation modes without requiring complex menu selections.
2Measurement precision
If a touch enabled device allows detailed interaction with individual data elements, then the measurement precision is improved, but the ease of operation deteriorates due to complex navigation requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent makes the navigation system dynamic by allowing users to switch between coarse and fine granularity modes on demand. The switch indicator responds dynamically to user proximity, automatically adjusting the navigation level without requiring manual configuration or complex gestures.
Solution Approach 2:
The switch indicator serves as an intermediary element that mediates between the user and the data file. By interacting with this intermediate element through proximity-based gestures, users can control navigation granularity without directly manipulating the data structure itself.
3Device complexity
If a standard device interface is used for data navigation, then the device complexity is reduced, but the productivity and user performance deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The switch indicator performs multiple functions: it serves as a visual marker for the current page, a control element for switching navigation modes, and a reference point for proximity-based gestures. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate controls, maintaining interface simplicity while enhancing productivity.
Data Source
AI summary
A graphical user interface displays a first portion of a data file. Further, a switch indicator is displayed. In addition, a first input that has a first proximity within a range of predetermined first proximities with respect to the switch indicator is received at a processor operably connected to the graphical user interface. In addition, a second portion of the data file based on the first input is displayed at the graphical user interface. Further, a second input that has a second proximity within a range of predetermined second proximities with respect to the switch indicator is received at the processor. The range of predetermined second proximities is distinct from the range of first predetermined proximities. In addition, the graphical user interface displays a subset of the second portion of the data file based on the second input.