Cursor control
US11054959B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 29, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jul 6, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 29, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/0486
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A cursor control system and method are provided. The method may include receiving a first input from a cursor control device that places a cursor in an engaged state. The method may further include receiving an indication to switch from a gross cursor control mode to an engaged cursor control mode while the cursor is in the engaged state. The method may also include, in response to receiving the indication to switch from the gross cursor control mode to the engaged cursor control mode, switching from the gross cursor control mode to the engaged cursor control mode and locking the cursor in the engaged state such that the cursor maintains the engaged state even after the first input from the cursor control device has terminated. The method may additionally include, in response to receiving a second input, performing an operation on a screen object the engaged cursor control mode.
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