Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system – Display driving control circuitry – Controlling the condition of display elements
Patent
1996-03-05
1997-02-11
Lee, Thomas C.
Computer graphics processing and selective visual display system
Display driving control circuitry
Controlling the condition of display elements
395155, 395159, 345156, 345179, G06F 1300
Patent
active
056030533
ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides method and apparatus for inputting data to an active application of a computer system. A method of the present invention comprises the steps of creating an input image on a screen of a computer system, detecting the engagement of the input image by a pointer, analyzing the engagement to determine input data, and sending the input data to the active application program. Another method of the present invention comprises the steps of initializing a computer implemented process for intercepting input request calls made by the active application program, creating an input image on the computer system's screen, detecting an engagement of a pointer with the input image, analyzing the engagement to determine potential input data, and sending the input data to the application program. The present invention preferably includes an organizational image including a palette and a number of icons representing input utilities. The icons can be dragged off of the palette to activate a selected utility.
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