Cross-Device Webpage Synchronization via Server Relay
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Solution Overview
Problem
Users face difficulties in seamlessly browsing webpages across different terminal devices due to limitations in screen size and the complexity of transferring webpage addresses, especially when switching from mobile devices to PCs.
Innovation Solution
A method and system that allow obtaining and sending the webpage address from a first browser client to a server, which can then be retrieved and displayed on a second browser client, with the option of establishing a persistent connection for faster access, especially when switching to mobile terminals.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a user switches from one terminal device to another terminal device, then the user can access different devices with different screen sizes and capabilities, but seamless webpage browsing cannot be achieved and the browsing process is interrupted
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a server as an intermediary to store and transfer webpage address information between different terminal devices. When a user switches devices, the new device communicates with the server to retrieve the previously accessed webpage address, enabling seamless browsing continuity across devices without requiring manual re-entry of URLs.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback mechanisms where the browser automatically sends webpage address information to the server, and the server responds by providing the stored address information when the user accesses the browser on a different device. This automated feedback loop eliminates manual intervention and maintains browsing continuity.
2Loss of information
If the user manually transfers the webpage address using other communication software, then the webpage address can be transferred between devices, but the process becomes complicated and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The system performs preliminary action by automatically storing the webpage address information on the server as soon as the user accesses a webpage on any device. This pre-stored information is immediately available when the user switches devices, eliminating the need for manual transfer processes and reducing time loss.
Solution Approach 2:
The browser system automatically handles the webpage address transfer process by communicating with the server in the background. The user does not need to manually copy, paste, or share the address through other software; the system serves itself by automatically retrieving and loading the previously accessed webpage on the new device.
3Ease of operation
If the user inputs the webpage address into the PC browser by memorizing it, then the webpage can be accessed on the new device, but the process is inconvenient and error-prone
Solution Approach 1:
Instead of requiring the user to manually recall and re-type the webpage address, the system automatically copies the address information from the server's stored data and inputs it into the new device's browser. This eliminates manual typing errors and ensures accurate reproduction of the original URL.
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AI summary
Various embodiments provide methods and systems for seamlessly browsing a webpage from a first browser client to a second browser client. When the first browser client receives a pre-set browser event, a webpage address of a webpage opened by the first browser client can be obtained. The webpage address can then be sent to a server and then obtained from the server when the second browser client is opened. The webpage corresponding to the webpage address can be obtained and outputted through the second browser client. When the second browser client is a mobile terminal browser, a persistent connection can be pre-established between the second browser client and the server, so that the webpage address can be quickly obtained from the server to improve the speed of seamlessly browsing the webpage.