Theme-Based Batch Image Processing for Kiosks
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional image editing programs require significant time and effort for multiple sequential operations, especially when editing large collections of images, and picture kiosks often lack the capability for complex editing, making it inconvenient for users.
Innovation Solution
Implementing batch processing with pre-defined groups of image editing operations that apply a consistent theme to a collection of images, allowing users to select from various themes or have them automatically identified, which simplifies complex editing and reduces the number of operations needed.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If multiple sequential image editing operations are performed on each image, then the quality and consistency of edited images are improved, but the total editing time increases significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The patent pre-defines groups of image editing operations as themes before the user needs them. These theme packages are prepared in advance and can be quickly applied to multiple images, eliminating the need for users to manually configure each editing operation individually, thus reducing editing time while maintaining quality consistency
Solution Approach 2:
The patent combines multiple image editing operations into unified theme packages that can be applied simultaneously to multiple images. By merging related editing operations (such as color correction, cropping, and filtering) into cohesive themes, the system achieves efficient batch processing that maintains quality while significantly reducing the time required compared to sequential individual operations
2Manufacturing precision
If complex image editing operations are performed on a collection of images, then the editing quality is improved, but the time spent at the picture kiosk increases, causing inconvenience
Solution Approach 1:
Complex editing operations are pre-configured as ready-to-use theme packages before the user arrives at the kiosk. Users can simply select from predefined themes rather than manually configuring multiple editing parameters, which maintains high editing quality while dramatically improving user convenience and reducing kiosk usage time
Solution Approach 2:
The theme packages are designed to be universally applicable to different types of images and editing needs. Each theme contains a comprehensive set of editing operations that can handle various image types, allowing users to achieve professional-quality edits through a single selection rather than multiple manual adjustments, thus improving both quality and convenience
3Ease of operation
If rudimentary image editing operations are provided at picture kiosks, then the ease of operation is improved, but the capability for complex editing is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple individual editing operations (including complex ones) into unified theme packages that can be applied with a single user action. This allows picture kiosks to provide simple operation interfaces while delivering complex editing capabilities, as the complexity is encapsulated within the pre-defined themes rather than exposed to the user
Solution Approach 2:
The theme packages are designed to provide universal editing capabilities that can handle diverse image types and editing requirements. Each theme contains a comprehensive set of operations that can adapt to different images, enabling the kiosk to offer both simplicity and versatility simultaneously through the multi-functional theme system
Data Source
AI summary
Processing a collection of images includes identifying a theme for the collection of images, and performing batch processing on the collection of images. The batch processing includes applying a pre-defined group of image editing operations to the images to give the edited images a look and feel that is consistent with the identified theme.