Method and apparatus for displaying a multi-level menu

Details Method and apparatus for displaying a multi-level menu Method and apparatus for displaying a multi-level menu

2005-01-11

2005-01-11

Picard, Leo (Department: 2125)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Generic control system, apparatus or process

Having operator control interface

C345S215000, C345S215000, C725S045000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06842653

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a method of displaying a multi-level menu. A first menu level is displayed in a first display area, while, in response to selection of a menu item of the first menu level, a second menu level is displayed in a second display area having a fixed position relative to the first display area, irrespective of the position of the selected menu item of the first menu level. Further menu levels may be displayed in further display areas having a fixed position with respect to the other display areas. Selected items of different menu levels may be visually connected.

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