KR20080011804A - Method for controlling a graphic user interface dynamically and apparatus thereof - Google Patents

Abstract

A method and a device for dynamically setting a GUI(Graphic User Interface) are provided to enable a user to set a layout of menus dynamically for configuring the GUI in a multimedia device, such as a PC, a notebook computer, a PDA(Personal Digital Assistant), a mobile phone, and a PMP(Personal Multimedia Player), based on taste of the user. An input part(310) receives a mode for setting the layout of a screen configuration menu. A controller(320) sets the grid of the screen configuration menu according to input of the input part. A storing part(330) stores a setting environment of the selected grid. A display part(340) displays the screen configuration menu according to the selected grid.

Description

Method for controlling a graphic user interface dynamically and apparatus approximately

1A and 1B illustrate an embodiment of manipulating menu settings of a user interface according to the prior art.

2 is a flowchart illustrating a method of setting a dynamic graphical user interface according to an embodiment of the present invention.

3 is a block diagram illustrating an apparatus for setting a dynamic graphic user interface according to another embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a diagram illustrating a process of changing a grid during a user interface setting process according to an embodiment of the present invention.

5 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a grid is adjusted using points during a user interface setting process according to an embodiment of the present invention.

6 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a grid is adjusted by adjusting a tilt of a central axis during a user interface setting process according to another embodiment of the present invention.

7 is a diagram illustrating an example of setting a prompt during a user interface setting process according to another embodiment of the present invention.

The present invention relates to a method for setting a user-defined interface, and more particularly, to a layout of a configuration menu of a graphical user interface in a multimedia device such as a personal computer, a portable information terminal (PDA), a notebook computer, a mobile phone terminal, and a portable multimedia player (PMP). It relates to a method and a device for setting it.

Recently, the use of multimedia devices is increasing, and the multimedia contents processed by these devices are increasing in quantity and number. Accordingly, researches on a user interface that enables a user to easily access desired contents by browsing a storage medium storing multimedia contents have been actively conducted. A general user interface divides multimedia contents into large categories such as movies, music, and photos, shows a list of contents corresponding to a category selected by the user, and adds a few menus based on an existing layout. Only custom configuration methods are provided.

1A and 1B illustrate an embodiment of manipulating menu settings of a user interface according to the prior art.

Referring to FIGS. 1A and 1B, the menu setting method of FIG. 1A includes functions such as adding and deleting menus (130) and changing fonts (140) of screen colors and fonts together with basic settings 110. Providing. In FIG. 1B, a configuration is provided that allows a user to select with layout sample options 150 of a predetermined n preset graphical interface.

After all, in this case, the menu setting method of the conventional user interface is i) not the programmer can change the layout of the menu configuration displayed on the screen itself, that is, the grid settings, and ii) the user cannot change the settings of some preset themes. I had to choose one of the graphical interfaces. In other words, there is a problem that the user can not set the layout of the menu in the screen configuration of the graphical interface.

Accordingly, the present invention has been made to solve the above problems, the technical problem to be achieved by the present invention is to change the layout of the screen menu configuration of the graphical user interface (GUI), in particular grid according to the user's inclination The present invention provides a method and an apparatus.

In order to achieve the above object, the present invention provides a configuration menu according to selecting a mode for setting a layout of a configuration menu of a screen, selecting a grid of the configuration menu of the screen, and displaying the configuration menu according to the selected grid. It includes a step.

Preferably, in the step of selecting a grid of the configuration menu of the screen, the grid of the configuration menu of the screen is selected using a plurality of points.

Also preferably, in the step of selecting a grid of the configuration menu of the screen, the grid of the configuration menu of the screen is selected by adjusting the inclination of the central axis based on one side of the screen.

Also preferably, the method further includes selecting a generated prompt form when a specific item of the menu is enabled.

In still another aspect of the present invention, there is provided an apparatus for setting a user-defined graphic interface, comprising: an input unit for selecting a mode for setting a layout of a configuration menu of a screen, a controller configured to set a grid of a configuration menu of a screen according to an input from the input unit; And a storage unit for storing the setting environment of the selected grid and a display unit for displaying the configuration menu according to the selected grid.

Hereinafter, with reference to the accompanying drawings will be described in detail a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

2 is a flowchart illustrating a method of setting a dynamic graphical user interface according to an embodiment of the present invention.

In step 210, first, a mode for setting the layout of the configuration menu is selected. Such an input method of mode selection may be made through a front panel such as an OSD of a display unit of a multimedia device or through various types of input devices such as a keyboard, a mouse, a trackball, a touch screen, a tablet, and the like.

In step 220, a grid of the configuration menu is selected. A grid is a checkered grid designed to accurately reproduce the dimensions of logotypes and symbols, the proportions of top, bottom, left and right, and the position of each part on a graphic display screen. It is generally referred to as a dot or line at regular intervals to provide location information. In the GUI area, it is used as a series of measures indicating how the menu configuration on the screen is visually arranged.

Next, in step 230, a process of adjusting the setting state of the grid is performed to select the grid. In particular, points are used to adjust the entire grid, where two or more points are used. This will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 4 and 5.

The method may further include steps 240 and 250. If the grid of the vertical axis of ordinates is set in step 230, the grid of the horizontal axis of ordinates is set in step 240. That is, the grid of the configuration menu of the screen is selected by adjusting the tilt of the central axis based on one side of the screen.

In step 250, the design elements of the menu are set together. Theme-specific settings are available and determine font, background, and prompt design elements. In particular, it selects design elements that give a visual prompt effect when each menu is specified and enabled before the menu is selected.

As described above, the flowchart of an operation process according to an embodiment of the method for setting the dynamic graphic user interface includes selecting 210 a mode for setting a layout of a configuration menu, selecting a grid of the configuration menu ( 220), adjusting the grid of the configuration menu using a plurality of points (230), determining a grid of the configuration menu by adjusting the tilt of the central axis based on one side of the screen (240), background, font, Selecting a prompt design element (250), whereby the grid of the screen configuration menu is set and changed collectively not only the main menu but also submenus.

3 is a block diagram illustrating an apparatus for setting a dynamic graphical user interface 300 according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 3, the input unit 310 first receives a signal for selecting a mode for setting a layout of a menu constituting a screen of a graphical user interface. Such an input unit may be various types of input devices such as a keyboard, a mouse, a trackball, a touch screen, a tablet, or the like through a front panel such as an OSD of a display unit of a multimedia device.

The control unit 320 functions to set and change the layout constituting the screen according to the input from the input unit 310. Set the grid of the menu constituting the screen, wherein the grid in the direction of the longitudinal axis using a plurality of points is set, and the grid in the lateral direction of the screen configuration menu determined by adjusting the inclination of the central axis relative to one side of the screen is set. May be as described above.

The storage unit 330 stores the settings and changes made by the controller 320. In this case, the range of the stored setting items may be a layout of not only the main menu but also the entire sub menu. The storage unit 330 may be a temporary storage location, such as a memory for displaying on a screen, or may use various types of storage media such as a magnetic storage medium, an optical read medium, and an Internet server for permanent storage. .

The display unit 340 displays a configuration menu of the screen according to the selected, set and changed grid.

4 is a diagram illustrating a process of changing a grid during a user interface setting process according to an embodiment of the present invention. (a) screen and (b) screen are compared before and after setting. As shown in (a) screen, the arrangement of the menu according to the default vertical line is a common list form (410), and such a grid may be changed into a circular arc (420) as shown in (b) screen. have. Areas 410 and 420 boxed by dotted lines are areas of the grid.

5 is a diagram illustrating a state in which the entire grid is adjusted using points during a user interface setting process according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 illustrates the change process of the grid described with reference to FIG. 4 in more detail. In the screen (a), it can be seen that a grid in the form of a general vertical line is set, and three points 510, 520, and 530 are determined on the vertical line as an example. The three points 510, 520, and 530 are the working points of the grid setting. When the second point 520 of these points is moved to the right, it is transformed into an arc like the screen (b). It can be arc like. Of course, you can use the rest of the points to transform them into various grids, including oblique and wavy shapes. Therefore, it will be readily understood that as the number of working points increases, it may be possible to set a more diverse shape and a fine grid. After the setting is completed, the layout of the screen configuration menu such as (d) screen is determined.

6 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a grid is adjusted by adjusting a tilt of a central axis during a user interface setting process according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 6, dotted lines 610 and 620 crossing the screen may be identified. By adjusting the inclination of the dotted lines 610 and 620, a grid extending laterally can be set. Comparing the (a) screen with the (b) screen, you will see how the tilt change occurs. In the screen configuration shown as an example in FIG. 6, the inclination of the grid is changed based on a reference point on one side of the screen, in particular, on the left side, but the point that becomes the axis is not fixed and can be set anywhere on the screen. Therefore, when the inclination is adjusted by the user to complete the entire grid, the configuration 630 as shown in (c) screen is created. For example, if you select "Album", a submenu of "Music", you will continue to see a submenu with the direction of the preset tilt. In this case, the vertical axis follows the grid set in FIGS. 4 and 5. Regarding the vertical axis direction, the screen (c) shows, for example, an arc convex to the right. The song titles, which are submenus of "Album", are listed, and when a specific song is specified, the player function selection buttons such as play, pause and rewind are listed.

7 is a diagram illustrating an example of setting a prompt during a user interface setting process according to an embodiment of the present invention.

A prompt is an interface that tells a user that the system is ready to accept the next command, message, or action of another user. In other words, it serves as a window of communication between the system and the user. (a) On the screen, the submenus of "Movie" menu, "Personal Movie", "Animation", "Action / SF", etc., are listed and the user is visually informed that "Personal Movie" is currently indi- cated. Inform. As shown in the (a) screen, the font of the designated menu is reflected by the light source and has a shape of shining (710), and a star pattern 720 may be displayed on the front side of the menu, and (b) the menu as shown on the screen. It may be displayed on the front side in the form of a circle 730. You can also change the background, background color, and font style. Other variations of the design elements can be easily thought out when comparing (a) screen and (b) screen.

The dynamic graphical user interface setting method according to the invention can also be embodied as computer readable code on a computer readable recording medium. The computer-readable recording medium includes all kinds of recording devices in which data that can be read by a computer system is stored. Examples of computer-readable recording media include magnetic storage media such as ROM, RAM, magnetic tape and floppy disks, and optical read media such as CD-ROMs and optical data storage devices. It also includes the implementation in the form of (transmission through). The computer readable recording medium can also be distributed over network coupled computer systems so that the computer readable code is stored and executed in a distributed fashion.

So far I looked at the center of the preferred embodiment for the present invention. Those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention may be implemented in a modified form without departing from the essential characteristics of the present invention. Therefore, the disclosed embodiments should be considered in descriptive sense only and not for purposes of limitation. The scope of the present invention is shown in the claims rather than the foregoing description, and all differences within the scope will be construed as being included in the present invention.

As described above, according to the method and apparatus for setting the dynamic graphical user interface according to the present invention, the user can freely set the configuration of the screen menu more freely, and in particular, the grid in the longitudinal and transverse directions can be set in the menu configuration. . This can satisfy the user's subjective satisfaction and desire for discriminatory disposition.

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In the user-defined graphical interface setting method, (a) selecting a mode for setting a layout of a configuration menu of a screen; (b) selecting a grid of a configuration menu of the screen; And and (c) displaying the configuration menu according to the selected grid. The method of claim 1, wherein step (b) And selecting a grid of the configuration menu of the screen using a plurality of points. The method of claim 1, wherein step (b) Interface setting method characterized in that for selecting the grid of the configuration menu of the screen by adjusting the inclination of the central axis with respect to one side of the screen. The method of claim 1, and (d) selecting a prompt type to be generated when a specific item of the menu is enabled. In the user-defined graphical interface setting device, An input unit for selecting a mode for setting a layout of a configuration menu of a screen; A controller configured to set a grid of a configuration menu of a screen according to an input from the input unit; A storage unit for storing a setting environment of the selected grid; And And a display unit for displaying the configuration menu according to the selected grid.

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