METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SEARCH OF AN AREA RENDERED WITHIN A BROWSER

The abstract describes a method for displaying a webpage in a browser and allowing users to select a specific area on the webpage to trigger a search query based on an image of that area. The search result is then displayed in a separate area within the browser.

Method for displaying a webpage in a browser and enabling search functionality.
Users can select a specific area on the webpage using a search area indicator.
Upon selection, an image corresponding to the selected area is defined.
A search query is triggered based on the image.
The search result is displayed in a separate search result area within the browser.

Potential Applications

Improved search functionality within web browsers.
Enhanced user experience by allowing users to search for specific content within a webpage.
Useful for e-commerce websites where users can search for products within a specific area of a webpage.

Problems Solved

Allows users to search for specific content within a webpage without leaving the page.
Provides a more efficient way to search for information within a browser.
Helps users quickly find relevant information without manually typing search queries.

Benefits

Saves time by eliminating the need to manually type search queries.
Enhances user experience by providing a seamless search functionality within the browser.
Increases productivity by allowing users to quickly find relevant information within a webpage.

Original Abstract Submitted

In one general aspect, a method can include causing display of a webpage within a display area of a browser, and causing display of a search area indicator associated with an area of the webpage. The method can include receiving a selection of the search area indicator. In response to the selection of the search area indicator being received the method can include defining an image corresponding to the area, and triggering a search query based on the image. The method can include receiving a search result in response to the search query, and causing display of the search result in a search result area outside of the display area where the search result area is within the browser.

18056045. METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SEARCH OF AN AREA RENDERED WITHIN A BROWSER simplified abstract (Google LLC)

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