Trimble has been granted a patent for a computer-implemented method that monitors user actions in a modeling application to provide automatic help based on predefined criteria. The system retrieves help content from online sources, including user-generated information, based on the user’s expertise level and license type. GlobalData’s report on Trimble gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Dynamic help content retrieval based on user actions and expertise
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11934852B1) discloses a computer-implemented method that involves running a modeling application for physical structures, monitoring user interface actions, determining user expertise level, and retrieving help content based on predefined criteria and user expertise. The method utilizes online helping information from the modeling application and user community, with criteria varying based on user expertise. The patent also includes steps for collecting data on user actions, associating it with expertise level, and sorting online help information accordingly to better match user needs. Additionally, the method involves using artificial intelligence models for search queries and content sorting, enhancing the efficiency of the help retrieval process.
Furthermore, the patent details the use of patterns derived from user data to determine when help is needed, such as specific user actions or combinations indicating assistance requirements. The method also considers factors like geographical location, type of structures being modeled, and material types in providing tailored help content. The patent extends to non-transitory computer-readable storage mediums and apparatus configurations, emphasizing the importance of user expertise in determining the level and type of assistance provided. Overall, the patent showcases a comprehensive approach to enhancing user experience in modeling applications through personalized and efficient help mechanisms based on user actions and expertise levels.
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