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Media capture lock affordance for graphical user interface

US11977731B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 3, 2021
Grant dateMay 7, 2024
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Expiry dateSep 3, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F2203/04105
  • WIPO fieldAudio-visual technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The disclosed embodiments are directed to a media capture lock affordance for a graphical user interface displayed by a media capture device. The media capture lock affordance allows a user to lock and unlock a capture state of the media capture device using a simple and intuitive touch gesture that can be applied by the user's finger (e.g., the user's thumb) while holding the media capture device in one hand.

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