Method and system for selecting and executing arithmetic functio

Details Method and system for selecting and executing arithmetic functio Method and system for selecting and executing arithmetic functio

1994-06-27

1996-04-23

McElheny, Jr., Donald E.

Boots, shoes, and leggings

G06F15900

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ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides a method and system for automating the range selection process involved with arithmetic functions. When the sum function is selected, the system searches the cells above and to the left of the active cell to determine which cells the user is most likely attempting to manipulate. The range of cells selected by the system is marked by a flashing, dashed, bold border line, and is subject to confirmation by the user. To reject the range of cells selected by the system, the user only has to select a new range. The system reduces the steps required to perform an arithmetic function.

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"In Excelsis" (Microsoft Corp's Excel 3.0 spreadsheet) PC User, Ziff--Davis Publishing Jan. 16, 1991 issue : n150 pp. 44-47.

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