18361101. WEB BROWSER WITH INACTIVE TABS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE CLOSE BUTTON simplified abstract (GOOGLE LLC)

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WEB BROWSER WITH INACTIVE TABS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE CLOSE BUTTON

Organization Name

GOOGLE LLC

Inventor(s)

Omolola Adetayo Adams of Fremont CA (US)

Theresa Marie Sullivan of Los Gatos CA (US)

Sirisha Kavuluru of Fremont CA (US)

Sara Hee Shin Park of Los Angeles CA (US)

Xiangqi Liu of Seattle WA (US)

WEB BROWSER WITH INACTIVE TABS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE CLOSE BUTTON - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18361101 titled 'WEB BROWSER WITH INACTIVE TABS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE CLOSE BUTTON

Simplified Explanation

The abstract of this patent application describes a method that involves displaying a web browser with a viewing panel showing first content and a first tab associated with the first content. The first tab includes a first close button. The method also includes a second tab and receiving a selection of the second tab. In response to the selection of the second tab, the viewing panel displays second content associated with the second tab. The second tab presents a second close button that was not previously shown, and the first tab stops displaying the first close button.

  • The method involves displaying a web browser with a viewing panel and tabs.
  • The first tab is associated with first content and includes a first close button.
  • A second tab is present in the web browser.
  • When the second tab is selected, the viewing panel displays second content associated with the second tab.
  • The second tab now shows a second close button that was not previously visible.
  • The first tab no longer displays the first close button.

Potential applications of this technology:

  • Web browsers and internet browsing applications can incorporate this method to enhance the user experience.
  • It can be used in web-based applications that require multiple tabs for efficient navigation and content viewing.

Problems solved by this technology:

  • Users can easily switch between different tabs and view their associated content without losing track.
  • The addition of close buttons to tabs allows users to close specific tabs without closing the entire browser or navigating through menus.

Benefits of this technology:

  • Improved user interface and navigation in web browsers.
  • Enhanced multitasking and content management within a single browser window.
  • Streamlined tab management, allowing users to close tabs directly from the tab itself.


Original Abstract Submitted

A method includes displaying a web browser, the web browser including a viewing panel displaying first content, a first tab associated with the first content, the first tab displaying a first close button, and a second tab. The method includes receiving a selection of the second tab. The method includes, in response to receiving the selection of the second tab, causing the viewing panel to display second content associated with the second tab, causing the second tab to present a second close button that was not presented before the selection of the second tab was received, and causing the first tab to stop displaying the first close button.

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