COLUMNAR FITTED VIRTUAL KEYBOARD

摘要

A method and system of inputting text having a virtual keyboard on a touch sensitive input panel or display screen. The virtual keyboard includes a set of key elements such that each letter of the alphabet may be input by at least one key element. The present method arranges and sizes the virtual keys in a columnar layout organized around the size, shape, and angle of the user's fingers. The columnar layout overlays a background containing additional keys. The user can interactively adjust the layout to adapt to changes in hand properties. For smaller screens having space restrictions, the layout may be strategically masked to efficiently use available space while still preserving various benefits of the system.

主权项

1. A virtual keyboard for implementation on a computing device, the virtual keyboard comprising:
a display; and a means for producing a plurality of keys configured in an adjustable layout; wherein the means for producing the plurality of keys comprises a means for producing at least one alphabet character on each key; and wherein the plurality of keys are configured at a same angle offset from perpendicular to a base of the computing device and sloped in a same direction.