Methods and devices for extracting document structure
US9418051B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F40/279
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for extracting a document structure is disclosed. The method may include determining a position of reference information in a layout file, and extracting items related to the reference information from the determined position of the layout file. An apparatus for extracting a document structure is also disclosed. The apparatus may include a processor configured to determine a position of reference information in a layout file; and to extract items related to the reference information from the determined position of the layout file. The apparatus may further include a storage device configured to store the extracted items.
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