Automated Software Demonstration Video Generation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Software demonstration videos are costly to produce and difficult to localize or translate, especially for accessibility support, due to the need for specialized equipment and expertise, and they often exceed budget and schedule constraints.
Innovation Solution
A system and method for generating multimedia or video presentations of software operations that record user interaction data, transform text and visual content into selected formats or languages, and include accessibility support, allowing for the creation of presentations that can be easily customized and made accessible to a broader audience.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If video format is used for software demonstration, then distribution and appeal are improved, but production cost and complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses screen capture technology to copy the visual display of software operations directly into video format, avoiding the need for specialized video production equipment and personnel. The system automatically captures and records the software interface and user interactions, transforming them into distributable video demonstrations without manual video production processes.
2Manufacturing precision
If video production uses specialized equipment and professionals, then quality is improved, but production cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs self-service by automatically capturing, recording, and producing demonstration videos without requiring external video production professionals. The software itself generates the demonstration content through automated screen capture and recording of its own operations, eliminating the need for specialized production teams while maintaining demonstration quality.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces the mechanical system of manual video production (equipment and human operators) with an automated software-based system. The screen capture utility automatically performs functions that would otherwise require video cameras, lighting equipment, and production personnel, substituting computational processes for physical production mechanisms.
3Adaptability or versatility
If video is translated to foreign language, then accessibility is improved, but localization cost and time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates preliminary localization by capturing text content during the screen recording process and preparing it for translation in advance. The text extraction and translation preparation occurs as part of the video generation process itself, allowing for efficient post-production localization without requiring separate, time-consuming translation phases.
4Adaptability or versatility
If accessibility support is added to video, then inclusivity is improved, but production time and cost increase
Solution Approach 1:
The system provides self-service accessibility by automatically extracting text from screen captures and preparing it for translation and accessibility adaptations. This automated text extraction and preparation process occurs during video generation, enabling accessibility features to be added without manual intervention that would reduce production efficiency.
Data Source
AI summary
Embodiments of the disclosure relate to generating a translatable and annotated multimedia or video presentation of a software program operation. An aspect of the disclosure comprises recording user interaction data that includes user interface gestures and text entries from a keyboard and other user devices while the program is operating. Embodiments of the disclosure transform recorded text and visual contents of the program to a selected format or language, annotate contents of interest, and merge recorded user interface gestures, transformed text and visual contents, and transformed annotations into the output presentation. The embodiments of the disclosure optionally generate an accessibility script in a selected format.