User-interface features for computers with contact-sensitive...

Data processing: presentation processing of document – operator i – Operator interface – Gesture-based

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C715S765000, C715S810000, C715S864000, C345S173000, C345S179000

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07406666

ABSTRACT:
Embodiments described herein provide for a portable computer with a contact-sensitive display having a user-interface that is configurable through user-contact with the display. An active input area may be provided that is configurable in appearance and functionality. The contents of the active input area, its functionality, and the manner in which it is oriented, particularly with respect to a left or right handedness, are described herein.

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