18358810. STORAGE MEDIUM, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS simplified abstract (CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA)

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STORAGE MEDIUM, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Organization Name

CANON KABUSHIKI KAISHA

Inventor(s)

Tetsuya Shiohara of Nagano (JP)

STORAGE MEDIUM, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18358810 titled 'STORAGE MEDIUM, INFORMATION PROCESSING METHOD, AND INFORMATION PROCESSING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

An information processing method for an information processing apparatus is described in this patent application. The method involves extending the functionality of a print data generation software used to generate print data for multiple printing devices. The method includes obtaining information about a connected printing device and displaying information based on the type of the printing device.

  • The method extends the functionality of a print data generation software.
  • Information about a connected printing device is obtained.
  • Information based on the type of the printing device is displayed.

Potential Applications:

  • This method can be used in information processing apparatuses such as computers, printers, or multifunction devices.
  • It can be applied in various industries that require printing, such as publishing, advertising, or office environments.

Problems Solved:

  • The method solves the problem of limited functionality in print data generation software.
  • It addresses the challenge of managing and displaying information specific to different types of printing devices.

Benefits:

  • The method enhances the capabilities of print data generation software by extending its functionality.
  • It provides users with relevant information based on the type of printing device connected.
  • Users can make informed decisions and optimize their printing processes based on the displayed information.


Original Abstract Submitted

An information processing method for an information processing apparatus including an application configured to extend a function provided by a print data generation software for generating print data to be printed by a plurality of printing devices includes obtaining information about a printing device connected to the information processing apparatus, and causing a display to display, in a case where the obtained information indicates a certain type printing device, information based on a type of the certain type printing device.