Tape Printing Apparatus Block Scrolling Layout Visibility
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Solution Overview
Problem
Tape printing apparatuses face difficulties in displaying large amounts of print data laid out in multiple lines, as the display screen size limitations reduce visibility, making it hard to confirm the layout of small characters when the number of lines is high.
Innovation Solution
The apparatus divides print data into blocks based on the layout and scrolls each block on the display screen, maintaining the layout's integrity and visibility, with the option to change scrolling direction to prevent discomfort and ensure smooth display.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If the print data is displayed in a plurality of lines on the display screen, then the layout at the time of printing is reflected, but the characters become small and visibility deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The print data is divided into a plurality of blocks based on the layout, and each block is displayed separately on the display screen. This segmentation allows the layout information to be preserved while each block maintains sufficient character size for visibility. The blocks are arranged to reflect the original printing layout, enabling users to confirm both the layout and character details effectively.
2Quantity of substance
If the number of displayable lines is increased to show more print data, then more layout information is shown, but the display screen size limitation reduces character size and visibility
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of increasing the number of displayable lines which would reduce character size, the print data is segmented into multiple blocks that are displayed in a scrollable manner. Each block contains a manageable number of lines with adequately sized characters, and users can navigate through blocks to view the complete print data while maintaining character visibility.
Solution Approach 2:
The display approach transitions from a single-dimensional vertical scroll to a two-dimensional block-based grid layout. Blocks are arranged in multiple columns and rows, allowing more information to be displayed simultaneously without reducing character size. Users can navigate through blocks horizontally and vertically to access all print data.
3Illumination intensity
If the print data is divided into blocks and scrolled for each block, then visibility is improved, but the layout integrity may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The print data is divided into blocks in a manner that preserves the original layout structure. Each block contains complete lines or logical groups of data, ensuring that the relative positioning and arrangement of elements within each block reflect the intended layout. The blocks themselves are arranged to maintain the overall layout hierarchy.
Solution Approach 2:
Each block is displayed as a copy of the original print data segment, maintaining the exact formatting, spacing, and layout characteristics of the source data. This copying approach ensures that the layout integrity is preserved in the display representation, allowing users to accurately confirm the printing state.
Data Source
AI summary
A tape printing apparatus, including: an input unit configured to input print data and a layout of the print data; a display unit configured to have a display screen; a dividing unit configured to divide the print data into a plurality of blocks based on the layout input by the input unit; a display control unit configured to display the print data by scrolling the print data on the display screen, using the display unit, for each of the blocks divided by the dividing unit; and a printing unit configured to print the print data on a tape-shaped print medium in accordance with the layout input by the input unit.