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Method for concurrent data entry and manipulation in multiple applications

  • US 4,975,690 A
  • Filed: 11/07/1988
  • Issued: 12/04/1990
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/07/1988
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of inputting common data into a plurality of computer application programs which are simultaneously active on a computer system in a plurality of windows, said method comprising the steps of:

  • setting a display attribute in each of said plurality of windows permitting the utilization of a global cursor;

    designating a location within each of said plurality of windows and positioning a global cursor at each of said designated locations;

    inputting data at a selected one of said global cursors; and

    automatically entering said data at each remaining global cursor in response to said inputting.

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