18356503. INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
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Inventor(s)
HIROAKI Morimoto of Kanagawa (JP)
INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18356503 titled 'INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a computer program that extends the functionality of print data generation software available on different printers. The program allows the computer to acquire information from a printer, determine what information should be displayed on a print setting screen of the operating system, and notify the operating system of the screen definition information.
- The program extends the function of print data generation software on various printers.
- It acquires information from a printer.
- It determines what information should be displayed on a print setting screen of the operating system.
- It notifies the operating system of the screen definition information.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Improved user experience: The program enhances the print setting screen by displaying relevant information based on the printer, making it easier for users to configure print settings.
- Compatibility across printers: The program works with a variety of printers, ensuring that the extended functionality is available to users regardless of the printer they are using.
- Streamlined print setup: By automatically acquiring printer information and displaying relevant settings, the program simplifies the process of setting up printing parameters.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Lack of printer-specific information: Printers often have unique features and settings that are not reflected in generic print data generation software. This program addresses this issue by acquiring printer information and displaying relevant settings.
- Inefficient print setup: Without this program, users may need to manually configure print settings, which can be time-consuming and prone to errors. The program streamlines the process by automatically determining and displaying the appropriate settings.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved efficiency: The program saves time and effort by automatically acquiring printer information and displaying relevant settings, eliminating the need for manual configuration.
- Enhanced user experience: Users can easily configure print settings with the help of the extended functionality provided by the program, resulting in a more intuitive and user-friendly experience.
- Compatibility across printers: The program works with different printers, ensuring that users can benefit from the extended functionality regardless of the printer they are using.
Original Abstract Submitted
A non-transitory computer-readable storage medium stores a program executable by a computer of an information processing apparatus and configured to extend a function in association with print data generation software available on a plurality of different printers, the program causing the computer to execute processing including acquiring information from a printer among the plurality of printers; determining information to be displayed on a print setting screen of an operating system of the information processing apparatus, based on the information acquired from the printer; and notifying the operating system of the information processing apparatus of screen definition information defining the information to be displayed on the print setting screen.
