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Preview and installation of user interface elements in a display environment

  • US 20060277469A1
  • Filed: 06/07/2005
  • Published: 12/07/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/25/2004
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for viewing a widget in a dashboard comprising:

  • receiving a selection of a widget to be displayed in a dashboard of a user interface; and

    selectively displaying the widget in a preview environment prior to installing the widget and prior to displaying the widget in the dashboard;

    the selectively displaying the widget including determining if a preview is required;

    instantiating the widget in a preview environment including displaying the widget in a presentation window and supporting interaction of the widget with a user; and

    selectively installing the widget in the dashboard.

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