Computer method and apparatus for filling in an entry field...

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2007-04-12

2010-02-23

Jeanglaud, Gertrude Arthur (Department: 3661)

Data processing: vehicles, navigation, and relative location

Navigation

Employing way point navigation

C701S201000, C701S300000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07668647

ABSTRACT:
Entering an identifier to select a navigational waypoint requires “head-down” time, resulting in less time for operating a vehicle. Accordingly, a technique for selecting a navigational waypoint for use is provided. The present invention includes receiving a partially entered identifier identifying, in part, a navigational waypoint for use, searching for the navigational waypoint for use from amongst a plurality of identifiers using the partially entered identifier and a search criterion other than a criterion based on a pre-existing ordering of the plurality of identifiers, and completing the partially entered waypoint identifier based on results from the searching. The completed waypoint identifier forms a user-selectable navigational waypoint for use. The present invention uses as a search criterion a geographical relationship between a location of each identifier of the plurality and a reference location/area to reduce the number of user-entered characters needed to select a navigational waypoint, thereby reducing “head-down” time.

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