Bezel gestures for touch displays are described. In at least some embodiments, the bezel of
a device is used to extend functionality that is accessible through the use of so-called bezel …

Searching is assisted by recognizing a selection of text from a document as an indication
that a user wishes to initiate a search based on the selected text. The user is provided with …

Embodiments of a multi-screen dual tap gesture are described. In various embodiments, a
first tap input to a displayed object is recognized at a first screen of a multi screen system. A …

A search of displayed content may be automatically performed in response to receipt of a
search gesture that defines a scope of the search and initiates the search. The search …

A device implements a method for detecting contamination of an FTIR-based panel. The
apparatus generates projection signals representing detection lines that have propagated …

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Hinckley 5,511,148 A 4, 1996 Wellner 8,261,213 B2 9, 2012 Hinckley 5,555,369 A 9, 1996 …

Computer-readable media, computer systems, and computing devices for initiating a search
function, such as presentation of a search box or initiation of a search, is provided. In one …

Techniques are presented for detection of a false touch on a touchscreen. The method
includes recognizing a multi-touch instruction sequence, determining whether the multi …

An embodiment of the invention provides a touch sensing apparatus, comprising: a light
transmissive element (10) that defines a touch surface; a set of emitters (30 a) arranged …

A touch-sensitive apparatus operates by light frustration (FTIR) and comprises a light
transmissive panel that defines a front surface and a rear surface, light emitters optically …