Automatic window representation adjustment

Details Automatic window representation adjustment Automatic window representation adjustment

2006-12-05

2006-12-05

Vu, Kieu D. (Department: 2173)

Data processing: presentation processing of document, operator i

Operator interface

On-screen workspace or object

C715S783000, C715S788000, C715S781000, C715S768000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07146573

ABSTRACT:
A method, system, and program for automatically adjusting window representations based on activity are provided. Current activity of a window element displayed within a graphical interface is detected. A representation of the window element is automatically adjusted within the display area to reflect current activity of the window element, such that the representation of the window element is graphically represented. In particular, the window element representation may include a minimized icon or an open window. Further, window element activity may include use of the window element, adjustments to the transparency of the window element representation or current resource usage associated with the window element.

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