Simultaneous Search Result Display Interface
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face inefficiencies in navigating and evaluating search results from multiple pages and search engines, as current systems require laborious navigation between result pages and lists, limiting the ability to quickly determine relevant information.
Innovation Solution
A system and method that enables simultaneous display of selected search results, allowing users to preview multiple search results in a snapshot mode, where selected items from various search engines and pages can be collectively presented, enabling efficient browsing and comparison.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If users navigate through search results one page at a time using traditional web browsers, then they can view detailed information on each result page, but the time and effort required to evaluate multiple search results increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the search result evaluation process by allowing users to select multiple individual search results and view them simultaneously in a split-screen interface, rather than navigating through them sequentially one page at a time
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from a single-page sequential viewing mode to a multi-page simultaneous viewing mode by displaying multiple search result pages in a split-screen layout, adding a spatial dimension to the evaluation process
2Ease of operation
If users use in-page preview capability to view search results, then they can see a preview without navigating away, but they are limited to viewing only one page at a time and must still navigate back and forth to compare multiple results
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges the preview functionality with multi-result selection by allowing users to select multiple search results and view all selected results simultaneously in a split-screen interface, combining the benefits of previewing with the ability to compare multiple results
3Loss of information
If users navigate back and forth between result pages and the search list to evaluate multiple results, then they can thoroughly assess each result, but the process becomes laborious and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables preliminary selection of multiple search results before viewing them in detail, allowing users to pre-select all results they wish to evaluate and then view them simultaneously, eliminating the need for repeated navigation back and forth
Data Source
AI summary
According to one embodiment of the present invention, a system for processing a search of network sites allows a user to view search results in at least one viewing mode. Each viewing mode allows a user to view multiple result pages, or portions thereof, such that user can browse multiple search results with minimal web navigation. Moreover, the system may allow a user to cull or trim search results while moving between viewing modes with minimal web navigation. In some embodiments, information relating to or included on a result page may be shown as the user culls the search results and progresses through the various viewing modes.