Picture image processing system

Abstract

A picture image processing system which produces output picture images by executing picture image processing operations on input picture images with an input means furnishing instructions on machine operations, input picture information from an original document, and processed picture information for the input picture information, a recognizing means for the information mentioned above, a composite picture image generating means producing composite picture images by integration of the processed picture information into the input picture information recognized as mentioned above, and an output means yielding the output of such composite picture images on paper. The picture image processing system of the present invention is capable of performing a variety of picture image editing and composing functions and a variety of functions for producing an output of composite picture images using different types of picture image output equipment and sending the output to multiple destinations for document distribution.

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