18079852. TECHNIQUES FOR AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTING FONT ATTRIBUTES FOR INLINE REPLIES IN EMAIL MESSAGES simplified abstract (Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC)
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TECHNIQUES FOR AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTING FONT ATTRIBUTES FOR INLINE REPLIES IN EMAIL MESSAGES
Organization Name
Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
Inventor(s)
Brett Alan Waldbaum of Sammamish WA (US)
TECHNIQUES FOR AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTING FONT ATTRIBUTES FOR INLINE REPLIES IN EMAIL MESSAGES - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18079852 titled 'TECHNIQUES FOR AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTING FONT ATTRIBUTES FOR INLINE REPLIES IN EMAIL MESSAGES
The abstract describes a data processing system that analyzes the textual content of a reply email message as it is being written by a user in an application on a client device. The system detects when the reply email includes an inline reply inserted within the text of a previously received email, and automatically configures the appearance of the font associated with the inline reply to distinguish it from the rest of the email.
- The system analyzes textual content of a reply email message in real-time.
- It detects the presence of an inline reply within the reply email.
- Automatically configures the font attributes of the inline reply to stand out from the rest of the email.
- Enhances user experience by visually distinguishing inline replies within email conversations.
Potential Applications: - Email communication platforms - Text analysis software - User interface design tools
Problems Solved: - Improving readability and organization of email conversations - Enhancing user experience in managing email replies
Benefits: - Streamlined email communication process - Clear differentiation of inline replies for better understanding - Improved visual presentation of email threads
Commercial Applications: Title: Enhanced Email Communication System for Improved User Experience This technology can be utilized in email service providers, productivity software, and communication tools to enhance the user experience and streamline email interactions. It can be marketed as a feature that improves email organization and readability, catering to individuals and businesses seeking efficient communication solutions.
Prior Art: Further research can be conducted in the field of email communication systems, text analysis algorithms, and user interface design to explore existing technologies related to enhancing email replies.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in natural language processing, email management software, and user interface design to incorporate the latest innovations in email communication systems.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the system differentiate inline replies from the rest of the email content? 2. What are the potential implications of this technology on email user experience and productivity?
Original Abstract Submitted
A data processing system implements analyzing textual content of a reply email message as the reply email message is being authored by a first user in a first application on a first client device. The reply email message is created in response to a previously received email message. The system also implements detecting that the textual content of the reply email includes an inline reply, the inline reply is being inserted within a textual content of the previously received email message; and responsive to detecting the inline reply, causing the first application to automatically configure one or more attributes of an appearance of a font associated with the inline reply to distinguish the inline reply from the textual content of the previously received email message, and display the inline reply with the appearance of the font of the inline reply determined based on the one or more attributes.
