Virtual Item Slide Transfer in Single-Interface Storage UI
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for transferring virtual items in games are inconvenient due to multiple operation steps, the need to display multiple interfaces simultaneously, and the ambiguity of double-click operations, which often have conflicting functions.
Innovation Solution
A method involving a graphical user interface that prompts users to slide a virtual item button in a preset direction to transfer items between storage spaces, utilizing real-time detection of slide parameters to confirm the transfer.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If traditional transfer methods (multiple clicks, drag operations) are used, then virtual items can be transferred between storage spaces, but the operation process becomes complex and inconvenient
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the transfer operation with the existing button interaction mechanism. By merging the transfer function into the button's operational context and using slide operations within the same interface, the system eliminates the need for separate transfer interfaces and multiple sequential operations, thereby simplifying the overall operation process
Solution Approach 2:
The button interaction mechanism is enhanced to serve multiple functions: selection, transfer initiation, and transfer completion. The slide operation from the button can trigger different functions based on direction and distance, making the button a multi-functional element that reduces the need for separate interface elements
2Ease of operation
If two storage space interfaces are displayed simultaneously for transfer, then users can drag items between interfaces, but the interface complexity increases and screen space is wasted
Solution Approach 1:
The transfer function is extracted from the traditional drag-and-drop mechanism that requires two interfaces. Instead, the transfer operation is extracted and implemented as a slide operation within the single storage space interface, eliminating the need to display another storage space interface simultaneously
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces a new operational dimension (slide direction and distance) within the existing single interface. By using dimensional characteristics of the slide operation (direction, distance, speed) to differentiate functions, the system achieves multi-functionality without adding interface complexity
3Productivity
If double-click operation is used for transfer, then transfer can be initiated, but ambiguity arises as double-click has other control functions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies local quality differentiation by making the slide operation's characteristics (direction, distance, starting position) locally significant. The specific pattern of sliding from the button (comparing to other areas of the interface) provides unambiguous local meaning that distinguishes transfer from other operations
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary action by requiring the user to first interact with the button (click or long-press) before initiating the slide operation. This preliminary interaction establishes context and prevents ambiguous operations, ensuring that only intentional transfer actions are executed
Data Source
AI summary
A method and an apparatus for processing a virtual item, device and a storage medium are provided. The method includes, displaying a graphical user interface including a storage space interface of the virtual item on a terminal device: displaying a virtual item button for controlling the virtual item in the storage space interface; displaying prompt information of the virtual item button; where the prompt information is configured to prompt a user to slide from an operation range of the virtual item button towards a preset direction, to transfer the virtual item from a current storage space to another storage space; and in response to detecting a slide operation where a finger of the user slides from the operation range towards the preset direction, and in response to determining that a parameter of the slide operation conforms to a preset parameter, transferring the virtual item.