Flexible interaction-based computer interfacing using visible artifacts

摘要

An exemplary technique for interaction-based computer interfacing comprises determining if an interaction with a visible artifact is a recognized interaction. When the interaction is a recognized interaction, control information is determined that has one of a plurality of types. The control information is determined by using at least the visual artifact and characteristics of the recognized interaction. The control information is mapped to one or more tasks in an application, such that any task that requires control information of a specific type can get the control information from any visual artifact that creates control information of the specific type. The control information is suitable for use by the one or more tasks.