Scenario-Based Folder Layout for Widget Access Without Desktop Clutter
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current use scenarios of service widgets and folders on electronic devices are limited, leading to poor user experience due to cumbersome operations and inadequate display of related information.
Innovation Solution
The implementation of scenario-based folders that allow for the display of both application icons and associated service widgets, enabling swipe-up and swipe-down operations to expand the view and support editing functions such as pinning and rearrangement of widgets.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If service widgets are displayed on the desktop, then quick access to application functions is improved, but desktop space is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a folder structure that can contain both application icons and service widgets. When a user taps on a folder, it expands to reveal the contained widgets and icons. This nesting approach allows widgets to be stored within folders rather than occupying desktop space, while still providing quick access when needed.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a hierarchical dimension to the desktop interface by implementing expandable folders. Instead of widgets competing for two-dimensional desktop space, they are organized in a third dimension within folders. The folder expansion animation visually represents this dimensional transition, allowing widgets to be accessed without permanently occupying visible desktop area.
2Area of stationary object
If multiple application icons are placed in one folder, then desktop space is saved, but user experience deteriorates due to cumbersome operations
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enhances the traditional folder concept by making it multi-functional. Folders not only store application icons but also service widgets. When expanded, the folder provides a unified interface that allows users to directly interact with widgets (such as playing music or checking weather) without needing to launch the full application. This universal approach improves user experience while maintaining space efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a folder expansion mechanism that preliminarily displays all contained widgets and icons in an organized manner. When a user taps a folder, it automatically expands to show its contents, allowing users to quickly identify and access desired widgets without navigating through multiple screens or menus. This preliminary display action streamlines the user experience.
3Loss of information
If service widgets are displayed in an expanded folder, then information display is improved, but operation complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic folder structure that can transition between collapsed and expanded states. When collapsed, the folder presents a simple icon to minimize complexity. When expanded, it dynamically reveals all contained widgets and icons in an organized layout. This dynamic behavior allows the interface to adapt to user needs, providing comprehensive information display when required while maintaining simplicity during normal use.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent segments the folder content into distinct visual regions, with service widgets and application icons clearly separated and organized. This segmentation allows users to quickly locate and interact with specific widgets without being overwhelmed by the overall complexity of the expanded folder contents. Each widget maintains its individual interaction area, simplifying the user's cognitive load.
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AI summary
This disclosure discloses an interaction method and an electronic device. The electronic device may create one or more scenario-based folders. In addition to an icon of an application, a service widget may be added to the scenario-based folder. In addition, on a user interface obtained by expanding the scenario-based folder, in addition to icons of a plurality of applications included in the scenario-based folder, one or more service widgets provided by a part of or all the plurality applications, and/or more service widgets of a same type may be displayed. The user may view all service widgets through swipe-up and swipe-down operations, and may further perform an editing operation (for example, pin on top) on the service widget, making it convenient and quick, and improving user experience.