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Methods and systems for content-based search

US9916396B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 19, 2013
Grant dateMar 13, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 23, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/04842
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A technique is provided for search. The technique includes providing content. The technique includes receiving gesture data from a user, wherein the gesture data reflects a selection of a substantially enclosed area of the display screen. The technique includes, in response to receiving the gesture information, determining one or more search criteria associated with content within the enclosed area, and providing data related to the one or more search criteria.

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