Customizing a file open dialog using a namespace extension to allow searching
US7599954B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 18, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 6, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S707/99943
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems for method for modifying a File Open dialog to enable searching for a file. The method includes writing a namespace extension. Next a custom view is built within the File Open dialog box using the namespace extension. The custom view allows a user input a keyword or phrase within the customized File Open dialog box. Searching then occurs for the file indicated by the user search input using the Desktop Search. The search results are then displayed the within the File Open dialog box.
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