Visual Find Dialog
Original Publication Date: 1992-Aug-01
Included in the Prior Art Database: 2005-Mar-24
Publishing Venue
IBM
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Abstract
Provided is a technique for visually showing the operational flow of a find action in order to overcome deficiencies with conventional techniques.
Visual Find Dialog
Provided is a
technique for visually showing the operational
flow of a find action in order to overcome deficiencies with
conventional techniques.
Conventional
functionality of Find dialogs are provided. In
addition, provide the following enhancements
Provide a graphic connection
between the text string being
sought and an iconic image of the object being searched
A graphic points to where the
search will begin in the object,
e.g., top, bottom, current location
When the find action begins, the graphic moves in the direction
that the search is being performed, e.g., forward or backward
If a wrapping condition occurs, the
graphic moves from the top
to the bottom of the icon
If multiple selections are found,
each is visually indicated in
the icon
An end user
will experience the following benefits: new
functionality, improved feedback on the type of action being
performed, improved feedback on action status, and improved
usability.
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