View source for 18464195. MOUSE INPUT FUNCTION FOR PEN-SHAPED WRITING, READING OR POINTING DEVICES simplified abstract (Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC)

=MOUSE INPUT FUNCTION FOR PEN-SHAPED WRITING, READING OR POINTING DEVICES=


==Organization Name==

[[:Category:Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC|Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC]]


[[Category:Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC]]

==Inventor(s)==

[[:Category:Yoram Bendavid of Raanana (IL)|Yoram Bendavid of Raanana (IL)]][[Category:Yoram Bendavid of Raanana (IL)]]

==MOUSE INPUT FUNCTION FOR PEN-SHAPED WRITING, READING OR POINTING DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract==


This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18464195 titled 'MOUSE INPUT FUNCTION FOR PEN-SHAPED WRITING, READING OR POINTING DEVICES

==Simplified Explanation==

The abstract describes an invention for a pen-like device that can be used as a computer mouse. It includes an optical sensor, a clickable button, and a connection to a computer.

* The invention is a pen-type handheld device that can be used for writing, reading, or pointing, and can also function as a computer mouse.
* The device includes an optical sensor, which allows it to track movement on a surface.
* A portion of the optical sensor surface can be clicked like a button, providing additional functionality.
* The device is designed to connect to a computing device, such as a computer or tablet.
* The invention provides a structure and function that enables the device to perform operations similar to a computer mouse.

== Potential Applications ==
* This technology can be used in various industries, such as graphic design, architecture, and engineering, where precise pointing and drawing capabilities are required.
* It can also be used in educational settings, allowing teachers and students to interact with digital content more intuitively.
* The device can be utilized in virtual reality or augmented reality applications, providing a more natural and immersive user experience.

== Problems Solved ==
* The invention solves the problem of limited functionality in traditional pen-type devices by adding mouse-like capabilities.
* It eliminates the need for a separate computer mouse, reducing clutter and simplifying the user's workspace.
* The device solves the problem of limited precision and control when using touchscreens, providing a more accurate input method.

== Benefits ==
* The pen-type device offers a compact and portable solution for users who require both writing and mouse-like functionality.
* It allows for more precise and accurate pointing, making it easier to navigate and interact with digital content.
* The device provides a familiar and comfortable user experience, as it combines the functionality of a pen with that of a computer mouse.


==Original Abstract Submitted==

An apparatus and method for providing a structure and function to a pen-type handheld writing, reading or pointing device to enable usage of the device to perform operations similar to a computer mouse for a computing device. The structure includes an optical sensor, a portion of the optical sensor surface that can perform operations of a clickable button, and a structure to support a connection to the computing device.



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