System and method for identifying functions invoked by function keys on a keyboard
OwnerJesse Dale Olseninventor
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Abstract
This system and method allow identification of functions invoked by function keys on a keyboard. The keyboard preferably includes a plurality of function keys, and at least one display device. The display device is configured to display icons that correspond to the function keys and give an indication of a function invoked by each function key. A keyboard driver may transmit icon data to said keyboard.
Claims22
A system for identifying functions invoked by function keys on a keyboard, said system comprising:
- a keyboard comprising;
- a plurality of function keys, and
- at least one display device, wherein said at least one display device is configured to display icons that correspond to said function keys and give an indication of a function invoked by each function key;
- and
- a keyboard driver for transmitting icon data to said keyboard.
A keyboard comprising;
- a plurality of function keys, and
- at least one display device, wherein said at least one display device is configured to display icons that correspond to said function keys and give an indication of a function invoked by each function key.
A bundle of software stored on a data storage medium, said bundle of software comprising:
- an application;
- and
- a keyboard icon file containing icons corresponding to functions assigned to function keys of a keyboard by said application.
A method for identifying functions invoked by function keys on a keyboard, said method comprising displaying icons on a display device on said keyboard, said icons being associated respectively with said function keys and giving an indication of a function invoked by each respective function key.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.