Method and apparatus for improved scrolling functionality in a g

Details Method and apparatus for improved scrolling functionality in a g Method and apparatus for improved scrolling functionality in a g

1997-02-27

2000-05-30

Bayerl, Raymond J.

Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system

Display driving control circuitry

Controlling the condition of display elements

345347, 345435, G06F 314

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060696265

ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed to a method and apparatus for improved scrolling functionality in a graphical user interface utilizing a software tether. Preferably, the invention is utilized in a data processing system which supports a graphical user interface which is utilized by the operator to create, modify, or review software objects. At least one particular work space is provided in the graphical user interface. A scroll bar activation function is provided which initiates scroll bar functionality after a predefined interaction of the graphical pointing device with said graphical user interface. The data processing system is utilized to monitor for interaction between the graphical pointing device and the graphical user interface, which satisfies the scroll bar activation function. After detection of satisfaction of the scroll bar activation function, the at least one scroll bar functionality is associated with the graphical pointing device. Then, a visually perceptible, but transparent, scroll function icon is generated which associates the at least one scroll bar functionality with the graphical pointing device in the graphical user interface.

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