Canva has been granted a patent for a computer-implemented method that enables users to create and display animations. The method involves defining an animation path and traversal speeds, generating original and reduced animation data, and associating this data with design elements for efficient storage and reproduction. GlobalData’s report on Canva gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Canva, Industrial data mgmt systems was a key innovation area identified from patents. Canva's grant share as of July 2024 was 67%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Animation data generation for design elements in software
The granted patent US12067665B2 outlines a computer-implemented method for creating and managing animation data associated with design elements. The method begins with displaying a design that includes a first design element and receiving user input to create an original path between an initial and final position. This input is used to generate original animation data, which captures both the path and the traversal speeds. The method further processes this original animation data to create reduced animation data that requires less memory while still allowing for the reproduction of the original path and speeds. The reduced animation data is then associated with the first design element, enhancing efficiency in storage and playback.
Additionally, the patent describes functionalities that respond to specific events, such as automatically displaying the design element moving along the original path at replay speeds or exporting the design to a video format. The method includes detailed processes for generating animation data points, sampling user input, and optimizing data by removing unnecessary points based on spatial thresholds. It also allows for the creation of vector graphics and timing data that facilitate the reproduction of the original animation characteristics. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive approach to managing animation data in a way that balances fidelity and resource efficiency.
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