JP2009053973A - Typesetting device, typesetting method, and typesetting processing program - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a printing system which automatically executes layout processing to eliminate handwork after automatic typesetting, and saves labor for layout processing. <P>SOLUTION: A typesetting device is provided with; a data acquisition processing means which acquires image data necessary for typesetting processing and layout data which indicates the size and position of a layout frame; and an automatic editing means which determines a variable magnification, on the basis of the layout data acquired by the data acquisition processing means, so that the image data may not deviate from the layout frame under the condition that the aspect ratio of the image data is kept, and adjusts a spacing between the layout frame and the image data for layout. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2009,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a technical field of a typesetting apparatus, a typesetting method, and a typesetting processing program for creating and editing DTP (Desk Top Publishing) data based on data on a database.

  In general, when an image is automatically laid out on DTP data in automatic composition, the image size does not always match the layout frame size. It is often specified whether to lay out an image at a position.

For example, Patent Document 1 discloses that the size of an image is adjusted according to a layout frame, and the layout position is determined so that the center point of the image data matches the center point of the layout frame.
Japanese Patent No. 2687755

  However, in the above prior art, the object to be laid out at the center of the layout frame is not always at the center of the image data. Therefore, even when the center points are automatically arranged to coincide with each other, the manual operation is finally performed. There was a problem that fine adjustments had to be made. Furthermore, there is a problem that it is impossible to designate only the adjustment of the size of the image data or only the adjustment of the position of the image data. In addition, there is a problem that it is necessary to perform manual work even when the margin (interval) from the layout frame to the image data is unified for all the image data.

  Therefore, the present invention has been made in view of the above problems, and an example of the purpose thereof is to automatically perform layout work so that manual work does not occur after automatic composition, and to save labor in layout work. A typesetting device, a typesetting method, and a typesetting processing program are provided.

  In order to solve the above-described problem, the invention described in claim 1 is a data acquisition processing unit that acquires image data necessary for the composition processing, and layout data indicating the size and position of the layout frame; Based on the layout data input by the data acquisition processing means, a scaling factor is determined so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data, and the layout frame and the image Automatic editing means for performing layout by adjusting an interval between the data and data.

  According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the typesetting apparatus according to the first aspect, the automatic editing means is information indicating at least one of preset upper, lower, left, and right intervals. Based on the above, an interval between the image data and the layout frame is adjusted.

  According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the typesetting apparatus according to the first or second aspect, the automatic editing means adjusts so that the display object included in the image data is positioned at the center of the layout frame. It is characterized by doing.

  According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a data acquisition processing step of acquiring image data necessary for the composition processing and layout data indicating the size and position of the layout frame, and the data acquisition processing step. Based on the acquired layout data, a scaling factor is determined so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining an aspect ratio of the image data, and an interval between the layout frame and the image data is adjusted. And an automatic editing step for performing a layout.

  According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a data acquisition processing means for acquiring image data necessary for performing a typesetting process and layout data indicating the size and position of a layout frame. Based on the layout data acquired by the means, a scaling factor is determined so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining an aspect ratio of the image data, and an interval between the layout frame and the image data It is characterized by functioning as an automatic editing means for performing layout by adjusting.

  As described above, according to the present invention, layout work can be automatically performed so that manual work does not occur after automatic typesetting, and labor saving of the layout work can be achieved.

  DESCRIPTION OF EXEMPLARY EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, the best mode for carrying out the invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The embodiment described below is an embodiment when the present invention is applied to a DTP editing system.

  First, the configuration and function of the DTP editing system according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS.

  FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of a schematic configuration of the DTP editing system according to the present embodiment, FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating an example of information registered in a text database, and FIG. 3 is an overview of a typesetting terminal. It is a figure which shows an example of a structure.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the DTP editing system S includes a database server 1 and a typesetting terminal 2 as an example of a typesetting device. The database server 1 and the typesetting terminal 2 are connected to a LAN (Local Area Network). ) Or the like.

  The database server 1 is composed of, for example, a server computer, and a storage unit (for example, composed of a hard disk drive or the like) has a product (a product published on paper such as a catalog) as a basis of DTP data such as a catalog, a flyer, or a magazine. ) A database for registering information on) has been established. The database includes a text database 11, an image database 12, and a built-in appearance database 13.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the text database 11 is associated with the product number uniquely assigned to each product, and specifies the product name, product price, image file name, and margin (interval) for each product. A value is registered. The specified value of the margin (interval) is information indicating an upper margin, a lower margin, a left margin, and a right margin, for example, as shown in FIG. The designated value of the margin (interval) is that the display object included in the image data (for example, “◯”, “Δ”, and “☆” shown in FIG. 6B described later) is positioned at the center of the layout frame. Is set in advance.

  In the image database 12, image data of each product is registered in association with the product number.

  The built-in appearance database 13 includes, for example, data indicating the built-in appearance (in other words, layout) of texts and images of products to be published on a paper such as a catalog (including layout data indicating the size and position of the layout frame). (For example, XML (eXtensible Markup Language) and XSLT (eXtensible Stylesheet Language Transformation) are described).

  The database server 1 acquires data registered in the text database 11, the image database 12, and the built-in appearance database 13 in response to a request from the typesetting terminal 2, and transmits the data to the typesetting terminal 2 via the network 3. It has become.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the typesetting terminal 2 includes a processing unit 21 having a CPU, RAM, ROM for storing data and programs, a storage unit 22 having a hard disk drive, a display unit 23 having a liquid crystal display, a mouse, An operation unit 24 including a keyboard and a communication unit 25 for communicating with the database server 1 via the network 3 are configured.

  Then, the processing unit 21 reads and executes the DTP editing application program (including the composition processing program of the present invention) stored in the storage unit 22, for example, so that the data acquisition processing unit and the automatic editing of the present invention are executed. It functions as a means or the like, and performs processing described later.

  Specifically, in accordance with an instruction from the operator (by the operation of the operation unit 24), the processing unit 21 sends information related to the product that is the basis of the DTP data via the database server 1 and the network 3 to the text database 11 and the image database. 12 and the information (text data, image data, and data indicating the embedded appearance (layout)) acquired from the embedded appearance database 13 and stored in the display area of the DTP data set in advance in the RAM.

  Then, the processing unit 21 performs a typesetting process based on the acquired text data, image data, and data indicating an embedding style, and displays the DTP data obtained by the typesetting process on a display (display screen) in the display unit 23. ) Display on top.

  At this time, based on the layout data, the processing unit 21 determines a scaling factor so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data, and the image data and the layout frame are determined. The layout is performed by adjusting the interval between and.

  Next, the operation of the DTP editing system S according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG.

  Note that, as a premise of the operation, it is assumed that information related to the product that is the basis of the DTP data is acquired from the database server 1 via the communication unit 25 and the network 3.

  First, based on the layout data and image data acquired from the database server 1, the processing unit 21 performs layout (allocation) processing of image data at a required size within one page of the formatted data (step). S11).

  Next, the processing unit 21 determines whether or not the size of the laid out image data is to be adjusted (step S12). If the size of the image data is not to be adjusted (step S12; NO), step S15 is performed. Migrate to On the other hand, when adjusting the size of the image data (step S12; YES), the process proceeds to step S13.

  Next, the processing unit 21 matches the corners of the image data with the corners of the layout frame (step S13). As a result, for example, as shown in FIG. 4A to the state shown in FIG. 4B, the corner 51a of the image data 51 and the corner 52a of the layout frame 52 are matched. Note that matching the corners 51 a of the image data 51 with the corners 52 a of the layout frame 52 means that the two sides 51 b and 51 c that constitute the contour of the image data 51 and the two sides 52 b and 52 c of the layout frame 52. Together. Further, one side (for example, 51b or 51c) constituting the contour of the image data may be matched with one side (for example, 52b or 52c) of the layout frame without matching each corner.

  Next, the processing unit 21 determines a scaling factor so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data (step S14). That is, the size of the image data is adjusted while maintaining the aspect ratio so as to match one of the vertical and horizontal sides of the layout frame, or the aspect ratio is maintained so as to completely match the layout frame. The size of the image data is adjusted as it is. Then, if there is a margin (interval) in the horizontal direction if it matches in the vertical direction, the size adjustment processing of the image data is ended. Conversely, if it matches in the horizontal direction, the margin (interval) in the vertical direction Even if exists, the size adjustment processing of the image data ends.

  Next, the processing unit 21 determines whether or not to adjust the layout position of the image data (step S15). When the layout position is not adjusted with reference to the text data shown in FIG. (Step S15; NO), the process ends.

  On the other hand, when the layout position is adjusted with reference to the text data shown in FIG. 2A (step S15; YES), the process proceeds to step S16.

  Next, the processing unit 21 measures the interval between the layout frame and the image data (step S16).

  Next, the processing unit 21 stores the measured interval value in, for example, text data as shown in FIG. 2, or has information on the layout for each product as shown in FIG. It is stored in the template file (step S17). Note that the measured interval value may be temporarily stored in the RAM of the typesetting terminal 2.

  The specified value of the margin (interval) is specified by the unit of the length such as mm or the coordinates of the image data with respect to the layout frame. The specified value of the margin (interval) may be described in text data different from the text data to be automatically formatted. Further, it may be stored in a template file having information on the layout for each product.

  Next, the processing unit 21 adjusts the position of the image data based on the interval value between the layout frame and the image data stored in the text data or template file (step S18).

  Then, the processing unit 21 stores the laid out data in the storage unit 22. Here, FIG. 6A is a diagram illustrating an example of a template for performing the typesetting process, and FIG. 6B is a diagram illustrating an example of display of an automatic typesetting result.

  As shown in FIG. 6A, text data and image data are arranged on the DTP data at preset positions (frames). In the example of FIG. 6B, the product name, product price, and image layout frame are “circle, 10 yen, ○”, “triangle, 20 yen, Δ”, and “star, 30”. An example of an automatic composition result when image data size adjustment and margin (interval) adjustment are performed is set for each of “circle” and “☆”.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 2A, in the case of the image file name maru.eps associated with the product number 1, there is no upper and lower margin (interval) designation value, and the left margin (interval) designation value is 3 mm. Since it is designated, the image data is laid out as shown in the upper left diagram of FIG. 6B, and as a result, the display object ○ is arranged at the center of the layout frame.

  When the margin (interval) is designated, any position in the layout frame and the image data may be used as a reference, and it may be designated for all the top, bottom, left, and right intervals.

  Furthermore, automatic arrangement may be made so that the vertical and horizontal intervals are equal. For example, as shown in FIG. 2A, in the case of the image file name hosi.eps associated with the product number 3, there is no specified value for the upper and lower margins (intervals), and the specified values for the left and right margins (intervals) Since Xmm is designated, the image data is laid out as shown in the lower left diagram of FIG. 6B. As a result, the display object “☆” is arranged at the center of the layout frame.

  FIGS. 7A and 7B show an example of the result of automatic composition when only the margin (interval) is adjusted without adjusting the size of the image data.

  Specifically, first, the processing unit 21 lays out (allocates) image data in a required size at a required position in one page of the formatted data based on the layout data and image data acquired from the database server 1. ) Process (step S11).

  Next, since the processing unit 21 does not adjust the size of the laid out image data (step S12; NO), the processing unit 21 proceeds to step S15.

  Then, the processing unit 21 determines whether or not to adjust the layout position of the image data (step S15), and adjusts the layout position with reference to the text data shown in FIG. 2B (step S15). YES), the process proceeds to step S16.

  Next, the processing unit 21 measures the interval between the layout frame and the image data (step S16).

  Next, the processing unit 21 stores the measured interval value in, for example, text data as shown in FIG. 2B, or relates to a layout for each product as shown in FIG. The information is stored in a template file having information (step S17).

  Next, the processing unit 21 adjusts the position of the image data based on the value of the interval between the layout frame and the image data stored in the text data or template file (step S18).

  For example, as shown in FIG. 2B, in the case of the image file name maru.eps associated with the product number 1, the upper margin (interval) and left margin (interval) designation values are designated as 3 mm. The image data is laid out as shown in the upper left diagram of FIG. 7B. As a result, the display object ○ is arranged at the center of the layout frame.

  Furthermore, automatic arrangement may be made so that the vertical and horizontal intervals are equal. For example, as shown in FIG. 2B, in the case of the image file name hosi.eps associated with the product number 3, the specified values for the upper and lower margins (intervals) are Ymm and the specified values for the left and right margins (intervals). Is designated as Xmm, the image data is laid out as shown in the lower left diagram of FIG. 7B. As a result, the display object “☆” is arranged at the center of the layout frame.

  FIGS. 8A and 8B show an example of an automatic composition result when only the size adjustment of image data is performed without adjusting the margin (interval).

  Specifically, first, the processing unit 21 lays out (allocates) image data in a required size at a required position in one page of the formatted data based on the layout data and image data acquired from the database server 1. ) Process (step S11).

  Next, the processing unit 21 adjusts the size of the laid out image data (step S12; YES), and proceeds to step S13.

  Next, the processing unit 21 matches the corners of the image data with the corners of the layout frame (step S13).

  Next, the processing unit 21 determines a scaling factor so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data (step S14).

  Then, the processing unit 21 ends the processing without adjusting the layout position of the image data (step S15; NO).

  In the present embodiment, the position adjustment of the image data and the size adjustment of the image data are simultaneously specified, but the position adjustment of the image data and the size adjustment of the image data may be specified independently.

  As described above, according to the present embodiment, the image data 51 necessary for the typesetting process and the layout data indicating the size and position of the layout frame 52 are acquired, and based on the acquired layout data. Thus, the magnification ratio is determined so that the image data 51 does not deviate from the layout frame 52 while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data 51, and the layout is adjusted by adjusting the margin (interval) between the image data 51 and the layout frame 52. Therefore, it is possible to prevent manual operations from occurring after automatic composition.

  Also, the margin (interval) between the image data 51 and the layout frame 52 is adjusted based on information indicating at least one of the preset upper, lower, left, and right margins (interval), and the image Since the display objects ○, Δ, and ☆ included in the data 51 are adjusted so as to be positioned at the center of the layout frame 52, the display objects ○, Δ, and ☆ are positioned at the center of the layout frame 52. be able to.

  Therefore, layout work can be automatically performed so that manual work does not occur after automatic composition, and labor saving of the layout work can be achieved.

It is a figure which shows an example of schematic structure of DTP editing system S which concerns on this embodiment. It is a figure which shows an example of the information registered into the text database. It is a figure which shows an example of schematic structure of the typesetting terminal. It is a figure for demonstrating the layout process of the image data which concerns on this embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows an example of operation | movement of DTP editing system S which concerns on this embodiment. (A) is a figure which shows an example of the template for a typesetting process, (B) is a figure which shows an example of a display of an automatic typesetting result. (A) is a figure which shows an example of the template for a typesetting process, (B) is a figure which shows an example of a display of an automatic typesetting result. (A) is a figure which shows an example of the template for a typesetting process, (B) is a figure which shows an example of a display of an automatic typesetting result.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Database server 2 Formatting terminal 3 Network 11 Text database 12 Image database 13 Built-in appearance database 21 Processing part 22 Storage part 23 Display part 24 Operation part 25 Communication part S DTP editing system

Claims (5)

Data acquisition processing means for acquiring image data necessary for the composition processing and layout data indicating the size and position of the layout frame;
Based on the layout data acquired by the data acquisition processing means, a scaling factor is determined so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data, and the image data and the layout Automatic editing means for performing layout by adjusting the distance from the frame;
A typesetting device comprising: In the typesetting device according to claim 1,
The automatic editing means adjusts the interval between the image data and the layout frame based on information indicating at least one interval among upper, lower, left, and right set in advance. Typesetting equipment. In the typesetting device according to claim 1 or 2,
The typesetting apparatus, wherein the automatic editing unit adjusts a display object included in the image data so as to be positioned at a center of the layout frame. A data acquisition processing step for acquiring image data necessary for the composition processing and layout data indicating the size and position of the layout frame;
Based on the layout data acquired by the data acquisition processing step, a scaling factor is determined so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data, and the image data and the layout are determined. An automatic editing process for laying out by adjusting the distance between the frame,
A typesetting method comprising: Computer
Data acquisition processing means for acquiring image data necessary for the composition processing and layout data indicating the size and position of the layout frame;
Based on the layout data acquired by the data acquisition processing means, a scaling factor is determined so that the image data does not deviate from the layout frame while maintaining the aspect ratio of the image data, and the image data and the layout Automatic editing means to perform layout by adjusting the distance from the frame,
A typesetting processing program characterized by functioning as