Operating method for computing devices
First Claim
1. In combination with a computing device having a processor, memory, software, at least two button means for input, a means for receiving a voice input, at least one stored voice command, and a visual display device, the method comprising:
- providing a first visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a first function that is to be performed by the computing device if only a first button is pressed;
providing a second visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a second function that is to be performed by the computing device if only a second button is pressed;
providing a third visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a third function that is to be performed by the computing device if said first button and said second button are both pressed simultaneously;
sensing which buttons are pressed;
performing the first function on the computing device if the first button is pressed;
performing the second function on the computing device if the second button is pressed;
performing the third function on the computing device if the first button and the second button are both pressed simultaneously; and
performing a fourth function if said voice command is received by said means for voice input.
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Abstract
A method for the easy input and operation of computing devices and electronic devices with limited space for input components. The method allows for a plurality of input functions using only two buttons in a method of contextual navigation. The two buttons provide numerous input functions which are continually graphically displayed such that the user can always discern the action which will occur when one or both buttons are depressed. Different functions occur with the pressing of each one of the buttons yielding two functions whereas pressing both buttons for a short period yields a third function. Additional utility is provided through the use of voice commands which may be associated data upon voice communication. A third button facilitates the entering and retrieval of voice data. Text may be entered using the method and is enhanced by prediction of input characters from a grid of characters selectable using the buttons.
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18 Claims
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1. In combination with a computing device having a processor, memory, software, at least two button means for input, a means for receiving a voice input, at least one stored voice command, and a visual display device, the method comprising:
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providing a first visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a first function that is to be performed by the computing device if only a first button is pressed;
providing a second visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a second function that is to be performed by the computing device if only a second button is pressed;
providing a third visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a third function that is to be performed by the computing device if said first button and said second button are both pressed simultaneously;
sensing which buttons are pressed;
performing the first function on the computing device if the first button is pressed;
performing the second function on the computing device if the second button is pressed;
performing the third function on the computing device if the first button and the second button are both pressed simultaneously; and
performing a fourth function if said voice command is received by said means for voice input. - View Dependent Claims (2, 17)
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3. In combination with a computing device having a processor, memory, software, at least two button means for input engaged upon a vehicle steering wheel, and a visual display device, the method comprising:
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providing a first visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a first function that is to be performed by the computing device if only a first button is pressed;
providing a second visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a second function that is to be performed by the computing device if only a second button is pressed;
providing a third visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a third function that is to be performed by the computing device if said first button and said second button are both pressed simultaneously;
sensing which buttons are pressed;
performing the first function on the computing device if the first button is pressed;
performing the second function on the computing device if the second button is pressed;
performing the third function on the computing device if the first button and the second button are both pressed simultaneously; and
whereby said computing device can be controlled by a user while holding said steering wheel. - View Dependent Claims (4)
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5. In combination with a computing device having a processor, memory, software, at least two button means for input, a visual display device, a grid of characters in a character screen depictable on said display device, and a curser for designating individual of said characters, the method comprising:
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providing a first visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a first direction of motion for said curser that is to be performed by the computing device if only a first button is pressed;
providing a second visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a second direction of motion of said curser that is to be performed by the computing device if only a second button is pressed;
providing a third visual indicator on the visual display device which indicates a third function of character that is to be performed by the computing device if said first button and said second button are both pressed simultaneously;
sensing which buttons are pressed;
performing the first function on the computing device if the first button is pressed;
performing the second function on the computing device if the second button is pressed; and
performing the third function on the computing device if the first button and the second button are both pressed simultaneously, whereby text can be input to said computing device by moving said curser with said first and second functions and designating characters of said text with said third function. - View Dependent Claims (6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18)
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