Mode hinting and switching
US7002558B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2000 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 9, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F3/04883
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to switching modes of an input device based on events. The invention detects events that suggest that the user does not want to continue with a present mode of the input device and switches to another operation mode. The detection and response to user inputs simplifies the user's interactions with the system. In some embodiments, the user may be asked prior to switching modes for confirmation. The present invention may be used with limited input devices including styluses.
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