Method and apparatus for displaying graphical user interface depending on a user's contact pattern

摘要

A graphical user interface (GUI) may be displayed on a display unit in an apparatus which may include a tactile sensor unit. When a contact by a user is detected at the tactile sensor unit, a control unit may receive a contact detection signal therefrom. Based on the contact detection signal, the control unit may determine a contact pattern and may then display the GUI corresponding to the contact pattern. The GUI may be displayed and modified depending on the location and pressure of contacts by a user's manipulating fingers. Therefore, a user can manipulate the apparatus without any inconvenience or accidental touches.

主权项

1. A method, comprising:
detecting a touch input on at least one lateral side of an apparatus; determining at least one graphical user interface (GUI) element based on an application executed in association with the apparatus; displaying, via a display unit associated with the apparatus, the at least one GUI element; detecting, in association with detecting the touch input, a drag input on the display unit; and executing, according to the drag input, a function based on the at least one GUI element.