List-based interactivity features as part of modifying list data and structure

摘要

Embodiments are provided that include interactive electronic list features and functionality, but are not so limited. In an embodiment, a method is configured to enable users to directly manipulate list content and/or structure in context. A system of an embodiment includes at least one client and a server system to manage aspects of electronic lists, including providing visualization features that correspond with pre-selection, post-selection, and/or editing states or inputs. Other embodiments are also disclosed.

主权项

1. A method of editing electronic list content within a collaboration system, the method comprising:
using an electronic list including a number of list items having associated data types; using a pre-selection input to animate rows of the electronic list including highlighting a row of the electronic list associated with a position of an input cursor as the user navigates the electronic list; using a post-selection and pre-edit input to animate cells of a selected row including highlighting a cell of the selected row associated with a position of the input cursor as the user navigates the selected row; using an edit state to switch cell content of a selected cell to an editable state including distinguishing a column portion and a row portion associated with the selected cell to identify the edit state; and in response to editing the selected cell, presenting an editing indicator in a selected row portion.