Handwriting auto-complete function
US10489642B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 12, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 6, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06V30/1423
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for an auto-complete function in a user's handwriting for touch screen devices is described. In one embodiment, the method includes receiving, from a touch-screen display, a handwriting input. The handwriting input is converted into textual information. Based on the textual information, one or more prompt options are generated. The one or more prompt options are rendered for display on the touch-screen display in a similar appearance as the handwriting input. The method can further include receiving a selected prompt option input and rendering the selected prompt option for display on the touch screen display in a similar appearance as the handwriting input.
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