Thumbnail Enlargement via Overlay Instruction Image
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing file management systems using thumbnail images for enlargement often lead to unintentional enlargement, deteriorating user operability due to the need for precise area instructions, which can be cumbersome and prone to accidental operations.
Innovation Solution
An information processing apparatus and method that displays a thumbnail image with an overlay enlargement instruction image, allowing users to enlarge and maintain the view without requiring precise area selections, and includes features to prevent unintended enlargement and maintain the enlarged view during scrolling or other operations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the thumbnail is enlarged only by accepting an instruction on an area in which the thumbnail is displayed, then the enlargement function is simple to implement, but the enlargement may occur unintentionally and operability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces an enlargement instruction image as an intermediary element between the thumbnail and the enlargement function. This instruction image must be explicitly designated by the user to trigger enlargement, preventing accidental enlargement while maintaining ease of use. The instruction image acts as a mediator that requires intentional user action before the enlargement occurs.
2Area of stationary object
If the enlargement instruction image is superimposed on the thumbnail image, then the interface remains compact and clear, but the instruction image may be overlooked or confused with the thumbnail
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality by making the enlargement instruction image semi-transparent and positioning it at a specific location (corner) of the thumbnail. This allows the instruction image to be visible without completely obscuring the thumbnail, maintaining both compactness and detectability. The semi-transparent quality enables users to see through to the thumbnail while still perceiving the instruction image.
3Speed
If the enlarged thumbnail image is displayed without maintenance function, then the system responds quickly to user actions, but the user cannot perform other operations while viewing the enlarged image
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a dynamic state where the enlarged thumbnail image can be maintained or dismissed based on user input. The system transitions between different display states (normal thumbnail view and maintained enlarged view), allowing flexibility in user interaction. This dynamic behavior enables users to maintain the enlarged view for extended viewing while performing other operations, improving adaptability without sacrificing response speed.
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AI summary
An information processing apparatus includes a processor configured to display a thumbnail image of a file on a screen, display an enlargement instruction image for instructing to enlarge and display the thumbnail image to be superimposed on at least a part of the thumbnail image, and in a case where the enlargement instruction image is designated, display an enlarged thumbnail image enlarged from the thumbnail image on the screen.