Input method editor providing language assistance
US10656957B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 9, 2013 |
| Grant date | May 19, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG09B19/06
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
An input method editor (IME) configured to provide language assistance across a plurality of applications is disclosed. In one example, the IME is adapted for use by English-as-a-second-language (ESL) users. In a specific example, language assistance may be provided by first detecting a need to suggest a substitute word to a user who is typing within an application. The detection may be based on a probability that a current word is in error. If a need is detected, a suggestion may be obtained for the word, such as from a cloud linguistic service or from a local lexicon and language-model, if network connectivity is poor. Once obtained, the suggestion may be displayed to the user in a non-intrusive manner by user interface element(s). Interaction with the user allows the user to accept or reject the suggestion, and perform other functions, such as relocating user interface elements utilized by the display.
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