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Method, memory, and apparatus for effectively locating an object within a compound document

  • US 5,757,370 A
  • Filed: 08/26/1996
  • Issued: 05/26/1998
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/26/1996
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method for directing a computer system, having at least a processor, display, and user controls to locate at least one portion of a compound document, comprising the steps of:

  • creating an outline for each portion of the compound document;

    displaying a display container in a first position on the display, wherein the first position corresponds to a first portion of the compound document;

    in response to invoking a command by user controls, scrolling the display container from the first position to at least a second position on the display, and wherein the second position corresponds to a second portion of the compound document; and

    displaying the outline of the second portion of the compound document in the display container.

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