System and method for graphically manipulating display elements in a computer-based system
US6326986A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 24, 1999 |
| Grant date | Dec 4, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S715/97
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A display element manipulation system and methodology for use in a computer-based system for providing a user with the ability to graphically manipulate a selected positionable display element presented on a display device. The display element manipulation system includes a display element selector configured to determine permissible adjustment directions for a selected positionable display element. The display element manipulation system also includes a display element position determinator configured to determine an adjustment command representing a desired adjustment direction and position for the selected display element.
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