Dynamic Touchscreen Input Layout Adaptation for Orientation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Portable electronic devices face challenges in optimizing touchscreen input element layouts to accommodate changes in device orientation, leading to inefficient use of limited screen space and user accessibility issues.
Innovation Solution
A processor-configured system that dynamically adjusts touchscreen input element layouts based on orientation changes, positioning elements proximate to edges and utilizing an accelerometer to detect orientation, thereby optimizing space and accessibility.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If input elements are positioned in fixed locations on the touchscreen, then the layout structure is simple and stable, but the device cannot adapt to orientation changes and screen space utilization is inefficient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements dynamic input element layouts that automatically adjust based on device orientation. The system transitions from static fixed-position elements to dynamic repositionable elements that respond to accelerometer data, allowing the same input elements to be optimally positioned in both portrait and landscape modes without increasing fundamental system complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The system changes the positional parameters of input elements based on detected orientation changes. When the accelerometer detects a rotation, the system modifies the coordinates and arrangement parameters of input elements to maintain optimal accessibility and screen space utilization across different orientations
2Ease of operation
If multiple input elements are displayed to provide comprehensive functionality, then the device versatility is improved, but the screen space consumption increases and accessibility is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the touchscreen into functional zones, positioning input elements in optimized locations based on orientation. In portrait mode, elements are arranged vertically for single-handed operation, while in landscape mode, they are distributed to utilize the wider screen real estate, reducing overall space consumption while maintaining accessibility
Solution Approach 2:
The system applies different spatial arrangements and density qualities to input elements based on local orientation conditions. Each input element's position, size, and spacing are locally optimized according to the current device orientation, ensuring maximum accessibility with minimum screen space occupation
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enhances user accessibility and efficient use of screen space by adapting input layouts to device orientation, allowing convenient input without repositioning the device, and optimizing content rendering by minimizing input element space during portrait and landscape modes.
Implementation Method 1
utilizing an accelerometer to detect orientation
Data Source
AI summary
A method and device for receiving input are provided. The method involves determining an orientation of a touchscreen. When the orientation of the touchscreen is portrait, the method involves rendering at least one input element organized according to a first set of placement rules. When the orientation of the touchscreen is landscape, the method involves rendering the at least one input element organized according to a second set of placement rules. The second set of placement rules causes each of the at least one input element to be rendered proximate to one of first and second opposite edges of the touchscreen. The device includes a processor and a touchscreen configured to carry out the method.