Automatic, context-organizing, query interface

Details Automatic, context-organizing, query interface Automatic, context-organizing, query interface

1996-05-17

1999-10-05

Jankus, Almis R.

Data processing: database and file management or data structures

Database design

Data structure types

G06F 1700

Patent

active

059639385

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus and method adapted to select criteria for use in execution of a logical function such as a search, filter, sifting, or the like, may rely on a graphical user interface in which logical operators and Boolean operators are presented in distinct graphical locations demonstrating to an unsophisticated user the distinction between Boolean relations and logical relations. A dialogue box may include argument windows related by a logical operator button. Two corresponding arguments related by a corresponding logical operator form a logical relation. Argument windows and operator buttons may each provide a menu when selected, thus presenting options for a user to select from.
A Boolean operator may relate two logical relations in a Boolean relation. Groups of Boolean relations may be related by other Booleans in inter-group Boolean relations.
A language text equivalent (LTE) of the combination of all relations formed by a user may be presented in a language or text window within a dialogue box. The LTE provides feedback to a user, which feedback has been very reliable in clearly telling a user whether the relations produced are actually what the user seeks or needs. A user may then edit the relations until satisfied.

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