Displaying option information using a non-modal dialog box

Details Displaying option information using a non-modal dialog box Displaying option information using a non-modal dialog box

2005-02-08

2005-02-08

Kincaid, Kristine (Department: 2174)

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Display driving control circuitry

Controlling the condition of display elements

C345S215000, C345S215000, C345S215000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06853390

ABSTRACT:
The invention pertains to a method for displaying option information on a computer display screen. The method includes displaying a workspace and at least one icon, presenting a non-modal dialog box when a predetermined icon is chosen, providing a preference option that may hide or shrink the non-modal dialog box, and providing a means for restoring the non-modal dialog box. The dialog box may subsequently be restored in a manner and a location chosen by the user.

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