Computer user interface for graphical analysis of information using multiple attributes
US6275229A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 11, 1999 |
| Grant date | Aug 14, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 11, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S715/968
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus for efficiently analyzing information on a computer is provided. The information contains information items where each information item has a plurality of attributes. The information is re-organized based on the attributes and displayed in graphical form on a computer display screen. By viewing the information in graphical form, a user can quickly analyze the information to determine trends or qualities. In addition, the graphical form provides a way for the user to quickly identify the information items most relevant to specific criteria.
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