17808878. TRANSFERRING LINK CONTEXT FROM DESKTOP APPLICATION TO BROWSER simplified abstract (Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC)

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TRANSFERRING LINK CONTEXT FROM DESKTOP APPLICATION TO BROWSER

Organization Name

Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC

Inventor(s)

Felix Andrew of Seattle WA (US)

Laurentiu Nedelcu of Redmond WA (US)

Xiaodong Fan of Bellevue WA (US)

TRANSFERRING LINK CONTEXT FROM DESKTOP APPLICATION TO BROWSER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17808878 titled 'TRANSFERRING LINK CONTEXT FROM DESKTOP APPLICATION TO BROWSER

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes systems and methods for transferring link context from a desktop application to a web browser. Here is a simplified explanation of the abstract:

  • The web browser receives a web address from a desktop application when a link is selected in a document displayed in the desktop application.
  • The web browser also receives link context from the desktop application, which includes the identification of the desktop application and the document.
  • The web browser loads the web page corresponding to the received web address.
  • Based on the link context, the web browser identifies a browser-based application that corresponds to the desktop application.
  • The web browser launches the browser-based application within itself.
  • The link context is transmitted to the browser-based application.
  • At least a portion of the document is displayed within the web browser.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Seamless integration between desktop applications and web browsers.
  • Improved user experience when navigating between desktop applications and web content.
  • Enhanced functionality for web-based applications.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Difficulty in transferring link context from desktop applications to web browsers.
  • Inefficient navigation between desktop applications and web content.
  • Limited integration between desktop applications and web-based applications.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Streamlined workflow for users by seamlessly transferring link context.
  • Enhanced productivity by allowing users to access web content within desktop applications.
  • Improved user experience by providing a consistent interface for desktop and web-based applications.


Original Abstract Submitted

Systems and methods for transferring link context to a web browser. An example method includes receiving, by a web browser, a web address from a desktop application based on a selection of a link in document displayed in the desktop application; receiving, by a web browser from the application, link context for the selected link, the link context including an identification of the desktop application and an identification of the document; loading a web page corresponding to the received web address; based on the link context, identifying a browser-based application corresponding to the desktop application; launching the browser-based application within the web browser; transmitting the link context to the browser-based application; and displaying at least a portion of the document within the web browser.

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