JP5311154B2 - Image editing apparatus and method, and program - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To prevent a user from getting bored. <P>SOLUTION: When an instruction to correct information provided from a user is given with respect to a stamp including the information, the correction is not performed on all the stamps which have to be subjected to the correction but only stamps within a tab including the stamp instructed to be corrected are subjected to processing. During execution of the processing, a message is displayed for the user to use another stamp. Using another stamp can eliminate a time in which the user gets bored. The technique can be applied to a photographic sticker creation apparatus. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2013,JPO&amp;INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to an image editing apparatus and method, and a program, and in particular, minimizes the time that a user must wait to reflect a process according to a change during editing, and bores the user during editing. The present invention relates to an image editing apparatus and method, and a program that prevents the program from being performed.

  Conventionally, a user (subject) is photographed, and a graffiti editing process is performed in which a prepared image is combined with the obtained photographed image or a character or a line drawing is superimposed, printed on sticker paper, and a photo sticker There is a photo sticker creating apparatus that is provided to the user.

  This photo sticker creating apparatus is installed, for example, in an entertainment (game) facility such as a game center, and provides services mainly to high school girls and junior high school students for a fee. Users can not only enjoy creating photo stickers as a game, but also cut out photo stickers with edited images printed in various sizes and paste them on their belongings. doing.

  The game for creating a photo sticker is performed by shooting a subject, editing a graffiti on the shot image, and outputting the edited image to a photo sticker. The user plays this series of processes within the time limit, and receives a photo sticker created as a product. Therefore, in order to improve user satisfaction, it is important to improve the fun of the photo sticker creation work as well as to improve the quality of the photo sticker.

  Therefore, in order to provide a photo sticker with a more satisfying image for the user, recent photo sticker creation devices have been enhanced with graffiti editing functions, such as editing tools such as pens, stamps, and characters. There are many different types. Such editing tools are classified into genres depending on the type of each editing tool, and the user searches for a favorite genre for each editing tool, and further selects a desired editing tool included in the genre. You can do graffiti editing by searching.

  In order to increase the user's expectation and surprise, a stamp called a birthday stamp has been proposed (see, for example, Patent Document 1). As for the birthday stamp, when the user inputs his / her birthday information, a stamp displaying the birthday is generated and provided to the user.

JP 2009-135734

  The birthday stamp described in Patent Document 1 is a stamp that calculates the number of days of survival from the input birthday to the input date and includes the number of days or the date of birth itself. Etc. are different stamps. Since the date of birth is different for each user, it is not possible to generate a stamp by default, so it is necessary to generate and provide these multiple stamps to the user when the birthday is entered. is there. If it takes time to provide the user, waiting for the user during that time is not preferable because the user is bored. Therefore, it is desired not to bore the user.

  This technology has been made in view of such a situation. When a stamp is generated, the user is encouraged to use another stamp, and the user is less bored. Is to be able to.

  An image editing apparatus according to an aspect of the present technology is an image editing apparatus that captures a user as a subject and performs graffiti editing input on the obtained image to the user. The image editing apparatus captures the user as a subject. Shooting means for obtaining a shot image, screen display control means for controlling display of an edit screen including an edit image on which the graffiti edit input is performed, and input for accepting the graffiti edit input for the edit image displayed on the edit screen A tool for performing the graffiti editing on the editing screen, comprising: a receiving unit; and an editing unit that edits the edited image based on the accepted graffiti editing input. Each of the tabs is composed of a plurality of compositing images, and when the correction is instructed to the compositing image that can be corrected by a user instruction, the compositing image is included. And correction target synthesis image in the tub, with modification, to provide a synthesis image after correction to the user.

  In this image editing apparatus, the photographing unit is configured by, for example, a photographing processing unit, the screen display control unit is configured by, for example, an editing screen display control unit, and the input reception unit is configured by, for example, an input reception control unit. The editing unit is configured by, for example, a graffiti editing processing unit, and the printing unit is configured by, for example, a printing processing unit.

  In the image editing apparatus according to one aspect of the present technology, a tool for performing graffiti editing on an editing screen includes a plurality of tabs classified for each category, and a plurality of compositing images for each tab. When a correction is instructed for a compositing image that can be corrected by an instruction, the compositing image in the tab including the compositing image is targeted for correction, the correction is performed, and the corrected composite image is displayed by the user. Provided to.

  As a result, among the composite images existing in a plurality of tabs, only the composite image in the tab including the composite image instructed to be corrected is targeted for correction, and correction is performed. It becomes possible to do.

  While the correction is being performed, it is possible to recognize that the correction has been performed and to display a message prompting the use of another image for synthesis.

  This makes it possible for the user to recognize that the correction has been made and to maintain the editing work by using another composition image, thereby preventing the occurrence of boring time. It becomes possible.

  When it is determined that all the compositing images to be corrected have been corrected and use of the other compositing images has been completed, the correction image is displayed on the tab including the compositing image that has been corrected. Can be switched.

  As a result, it is possible to eliminate the necessity for the user to find out the composition image desired to be used by the user after correction, and to facilitate the editing operation of the user.

  When all the compositing images targeted for correction are corrected, a message for recognizing the fact to the user is displayed in the editing screen, and when the message is operated, correction is performed. The display can be switched to the tab including the synthesized image.

  As a result, it is possible to eliminate the necessity for the user to find out the composition image desired to be used by the user after correction, and to facilitate the editing operation of the user.

  Among the images for synthesis to be corrected, the images can be provided to the user in order from the images for synthesis that have been corrected.

  As a result, it is possible to eliminate the necessity for the user to find out the composition image desired to be used by the user after correction, and to facilitate the editing operation of the user. In addition, it is possible to provide the composition image that the user desires to use as soon as possible.

  When a plurality of users are editing graffiti, and when one user is correcting the composite image, an operation is performed to instruct correction to the composite image for other users. The button to be displayed can be hidden.

  Thereby, it is possible to prevent different users from modifying the same information at the same timing.

  A photo sticker creation method according to an aspect of the present technology is an image editing method of an image editing apparatus that takes a user as a subject and causes the user to input graffiti editing input on the obtained image. A photographing step for photographing the subject as a subject to obtain a photographed image, a screen display control step for controlling display of an editing screen including the edited image on which the graffiti editing input is performed, and the graffiti for the edited image displayed on the editing screen An input receiving step for receiving an edit input and an edit step for editing the edited image based on the accepted graffiti edit input. The tool for performing the graffiti edit on the edit screen is classified for each category. The composite image is composed of a plurality of tabs and a plurality of composite images for each tab, and can be corrected by a user instruction. If is instructed, the corrected target synthesis image in the tub containing the synthesis image, with modification, to provide a synthesis image after correction to the user.

  A program according to an aspect of the present technology is a program that causes a computer to perform a process of photographing a user as a subject and causing the user to perform graffiti editing input on the obtained image. A photographing step for photographing and obtaining a photographed image; a screen display control step for controlling display of an editing screen including the edited image on which the graffiti editing input is performed; and the graffiti editing input for the editing image displayed on the editing screen. An input receiving step for receiving, an editing step for editing the edited image based on the accepted graffiti editing input, and a printing step for printing the editing result on the sticker paper, and the graffiti editing on the editing screen. The tool for performing is composed of a plurality of tabs classified for each category and a plurality of compositing images for each tab. When correction is instructed for the composition image that can be corrected by the user's instruction, the composition image in the tab including the composition image is targeted for correction, correction is performed, and the composite image after correction is performed. To users.

  This program is recorded on a predetermined recording medium, read by a drive, for example, and installed in the image editing apparatus. Recording media include magnetic disks made of floppy (registered trademark) disks, optical disks made of CD-ROM (Compact Disc Read Only Memory), DVD-ROM (Digital Versatile Disc), MD (Mini Disc) (registered trademark), etc. And a removable medium such as a semiconductor memory.

  According to one aspect of the present technology, the time when the user becomes bored can be reduced.

It is a perspective view which shows the example of one Embodiment of the photograph sticker production apparatus containing the image editing apparatus to which this technique is applied. It is a perspective view from the other angle of the photograph sticker production apparatus of FIG. It is a perspective view which shows the example of installation of the photograph sticker production apparatus of FIG. It is a figure explaining a user's space movement. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the front of a front unit. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the side surface of an edit unit. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the other side of an edit unit. It is a block diagram which shows the example of an internal structure of a photograph sticker production apparatus. It is a functional block diagram which shows the detailed structural example of a control part. It is a functional block diagram which shows the detailed structural example of an edit process part. It is a flowchart explaining the example of the flow of photograph sticker creation game processing. It is a flowchart explaining the example of the flow of an edit process. It is a figure which shows the example of an edit screen. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the process 1 which concerns on correction. It is a figure which shows the example of the palette for correction. It is a figure which shows the example of the palette for correction. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a figure which shows the example of the edit screen on which the message was displayed. It is a figure which shows the example of the edit screen on which the message was displayed. It is a figure which shows the example of an edit screen. It is a figure which shows the example of an edit screen. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the process 2 which concerns on correction. It is a figure which shows the example of an edit screen. It is a flowchart for demonstrating the process 3 which concerns on correction. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette. It is a figure which shows the example of a content palette.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present technology will be described with reference to the drawings.

  FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating an example of an embodiment of a photo sticker creating apparatus including an image editing apparatus to which the present technology is applied. The photo sticker creating apparatus 1 in FIG. 1 enhances the amusement of work such as shooting and editing, and allows the user to perform such work as a game (play service), and uses the shot image or edited image as a photo sticker or data. It is a game device (play service providing device) that receives money from the user instead of providing it to the user.

  In the photo sticker creating game executed by the photo sticker creating apparatus 1, the user inputs the price of the game, takes a picture of himself / herself using the camera provided in the photo sticker creating apparatus 1, and displays the photographed image. On the other hand, editing (doodle editing) such as compositing a background image or adding an image for compositing by an editing function such as pen input or stamp input, the photographed image is designed to be rich and colorful. After the game ends, the user receives a photo sticker or the like on which the edited image is printed as a product.

  Such a photo sticker creating apparatus 1 is normally installed in a game center, a store in a sightseeing spot, or the like. That is, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 is sold to managers of those stores from, for example, manufacturers and sales companies. The manager who has purchased the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 installs the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 in a store (for example, a game center) to manage and operate the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 for general users represented by female high school students and female junior high school students. Play the created game for a fee, and make a profit by paying for it.

  Therefore, the high profit rate of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 is important for the store manager. That is, it is desirable that the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 has a high rate of return per unit time. Moreover, in the case of a normal store, the installation place of the photograph sticker production apparatus 1 is limited by restrictions, such as a floor area and a structure. Therefore, it is desirable that the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 has a high profit rate per unit floor area. Furthermore, since the size and shape of each store are usually not the same, and other game machines and the like installed together with the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 are also different, it is desirable that the degree of freedom of installation is higher.

  As a method of improving the profit rate, for example, there is a method of improving the rotation rate of the photo sticker creation game. That is, it is a method of increasing the rate of return per unit time by increasing the number of games played within a predetermined time. However, if there is no user who plays the photo sticker creation game, the profit rate is not improved. Therefore, it is also important to improve the user's expectation and satisfaction with respect to the photo sticker creating game of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1.

  For example, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 can increase the number of users by providing a function with high expectation that a user who has never played a game wants to play. In addition, by providing a function with a high degree of satisfaction that a user who has played once thinks that “it was fun and would like to play again”, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 increases the number of users by increasing so-called repeaters. be able to. As a result, the profit of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 is improved.

  For the user, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 is roughly divided into playing a photo sticker making game (photo sticker making work) and obtaining a photo sticker image and a photo sticker as a result (finished photo). There are two types of entertainment: the seal itself.

  Examples of the former method for improving the amusement of photo sticker creation work include, for example, a multi-functionality of shooting functions and editing functions such as graffiti editing, improved operability, or adjustment of play time and waiting time. . The latter method of improving the amusement of the completed photo sticker itself is, for example, improvement of hardware such as improvement of the quality of sticker paper, high image quality printing, special color printing, etc. Improve the satisfaction level of the elderly.

  In addition, high school girls and junior high school students who are the main users not only stick the obtained photo sticker to their property, but also exchange the photo sticker or talk about the photo sticker as a topic. To do. Therefore, for example, when the image content of a photo sticker is flashy, interesting, scarce or novel, the user may like the photo sticker, but not only that, It is also possible that the conversation will be excited about the photo sticker.

  In this way, improving the amusement of photo stickers not only improves the satisfaction of its users, but also increases the expectations of others, attracting customers due to the spread of reputation, ie, so-called word-of-mouth You can also expect to increase new users. Therefore, by using such a photo sticker, the photo sticker itself may also serve as an advertisement for the photo sticker creating apparatus 1.

  In other words, in the photo sticker creation game, by providing a function that can create images that users will like, not only the user's satisfaction with the photo sticker creation game but also the satisfaction with the photo sticker is improved. Furthermore, the topicality of the photo sticker and the advertising effect can be improved at the same time.

  Although the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 has such a feature, the casing 10 includes four units, that is, a photographing unit 12, an editing unit 13, a ceiling strobe unit 14, and a background curtain unit 15, as shown in FIG. It is roughly divided into

  The photographing unit 12 has a function of photographing a user or the like as a subject, and the subject is photographed in an internal photographing space described later. The photographing unit 12 is roughly divided into two units, a front unit 12A and a rear unit 12B.

  The front unit 12A is a unit on the front side of the shooting space, and performs processing related to shooting of the user in the shooting space and accepts operations related to the user's photo sticker creation game. The rear unit 12B is a unit on the side that is the rear side of the shooting space, and is a unit that plays the role of the user when the front unit 12A takes a picture. The interior of the rear unit 12B is a cavity (space), and is configured as a part of a shooting space used when a user performs shooting. A stage or the like used for the user to pose may be provided in the rear unit 12B. An external monitor 16, a speaker 17, and a touch button 18 are provided on the side surface of the front unit 12A. Details thereof will be described later.

  The editing unit 13 is provided with a configuration (for example, a monitor, a touch panel, and a touch pen) for the user to perform graffiti editing or the like on the captured image. As will be described later, the editing unit 13 consisting of one frame is provided with a configuration for performing graffiti editing and the like on each of the two surfaces so that two sets of users can perform editing work simultaneously. Yes. As will be described later, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 can execute a plurality of photo sticker creating games in parallel. In other words, a plurality of sets of users can play the photo sticker creation game in the photo sticker creation device 1 at the same time. The editing unit 13 has a configuration for performing two graffiti editing and the like so that a plurality of sets of users can simultaneously perform graffiti editing in order to improve the rotation rate of the photo sticker creation game. Is provided.

  The ceiling strobe unit 14 provided above the photographing space incorporates a strobe that emits flash light toward the photographing space in accordance with the photographing timing. The ceiling strobe unit 14 is further provided with a fluorescent lamp, and functions as illumination that constantly illuminates the shooting space (the user in the shooting space). The photographing space is simply configured as a closed space as will be described later. Therefore, it is difficult for light to enter from the outside, and the user's operability may be deteriorated because it tends to be dark. Therefore, the ceiling strobe unit 14 can illuminate the shooting space with the illumination to avoid such a fear and improve operability. Such illumination is also provided in the front unit 12A. A configuration example of the front unit 12A will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Moreover, the background curtain unit 15 provided with the movable curtain (background curtain) utilized for a background is provided in the upper part of the back unit 12B, for example. In the background curtain unit 15, for example, a plurality of winding curtains having different colors or patterns are suspended. For example, there are colors and patterns that are popular among young women who are the main users, such as bright single colors, stylish and cute patterns like foreign picture books, and colorful pop patterns (for the masses). Multiple items are aligned.

  The background curtain unit 15 operates in conjunction with a photographing function such as a camera or a strobe provided in the front unit 12A. At the time of photographing, for example, a curtain of a color selected by the user is lowered and other curtains are wound. take. By operating in this manner, the background curtain unit 15 can easily provide a background of a design desired by the user, a design according to the shooting mode, and the like. Thereby, the photograph sticker creation apparatus 1 can improve the user's satisfaction with respect to an image (photo sticker).

  The number of curtains (background curtains) provided in the background curtain unit 15 is arbitrary. For example, only one background curtain may be suspended from the background curtain unit 15. In this case, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 may prepare a plurality of types of background images for composition, and may synthesize the background image selected by the user from the photographed images. By doing in this way, even if there is only one physical background curtain provided in the photo sticker creating apparatus 1, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 can cope with various user preferences.

  When the user is shooting in the shooting space in the shooting unit 12, the external monitor 16 is located next to the user who is waiting to use the shooting space next time or the photo sticker creating apparatus 1. Content (demonstration) and photos that output (display) a video showing the progress of the user's game during shooting, and guide (explain) the flow and play of the photo sticker creation game For example, an advertisement of a store or a region where the sticker creating apparatus 1 is installed is output. If an error has occurred in the photo sticker creating apparatus 1, the content of the error is output.

  The speaker 17 outputs sound that matches the video, content, advertisement, etc. output from the external monitor 16.

  The touch button 18 is configured not to have a mechanically operated mechanism. For example, when a predetermined operation (touch) is performed by the user, the touch button 18 senses pressure or static electricity due to the touch, and performs the user's operation. Accept. When the touch button 18 receives a user operation, the contents of the video, content, advertisement, and the like output from the external monitor 16 are switched as appropriate. The touch button 18 may be configured to be displayed on a part of the display area of the external monitor 16 when the external monitor 16 is configured with a touch panel superimposed thereon. Alternatively, it may be configured as a push button having a mechanically operated mechanism.

  Further, the external monitor 16, the speaker 17, and the touch button 18 are provided on any one of the side surfaces of the front unit 12A. That is, the side surface of the front unit 12A (not shown in FIG. 1) is connected to the side surface of the front unit 12A in which the external monitor 16, the speaker 17, and the touch button 18 are provided in FIG. When the button 18 is not provided, the external monitor 16, the speaker 17, and the touch button 18 can be installed.

  FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 of FIG. 1 as viewed from the editing unit 13 side.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the editing unit 13 is installed adjacent to the surface of the front unit 12A opposite to the surface on the rear unit 12B side (that is, the surface on the imaging space side). A first editing interface 13A and a second editing interface 13B are provided on two side surfaces of the editing unit 13 that are orthogonal to the front unit 12A. That is, the editing unit 13 allows a plurality of sets of users who perform the photo sticker creation game to perform editing operations with the editing unit 13 facing each other in a direction orthogonal to the direction connecting the front unit 12A and the rear unit 12B. Two editing interfaces are provided so that this can be done.

  Also, on the surface of the editing unit 13 that faces the photographing unit 12, a photo sticker discharge unit 13C that is provided to the user by discharging the photo sticker created by playing the photo sticker making game is provided. ing.

  FIG. 3 is an external view showing an installation example of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1.

  When the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 is installed in a game center or the like, for example, as shown in FIG. 3, a side curtain 21 is provided so as to surround the photographing unit 12 and the editing unit 13. The side curtain 21 simply surrounds an imaging space in which an imaging operation is performed, an editing space in which an editing operation is performed, and the like, and improves the closeability of each space. In other words, for example, the side curtain 21 contributes to high-quality shooting and the visibility of the editing screen by stabilizing the environment in each space, or blocks the field of view from outside each space. It is possible to perform operations such as shooting and editing without being conscious of the line of sight from the outside.

  The outer surface of the side curtain 21 is usually used as a place to place an advertisement, and a flashy design image representing the model name and model image of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 is provided so as to attract attention at the installation location. Printed.

  The photo sticker creating apparatus 1 as described above causes each set of users to play a photo sticker creating game. The photo sticker creating apparatus 1 can simultaneously execute a plurality of photo sticker creating games. That is, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 can cause a plurality of sets to play a photo sticker creating game at the same time. At this time, each group of users can perform each work of the photo sticker creation game while moving through a plurality of spaces provided in the photo sticker creation device 1 to advance the game.

  Next, the flow of the photo sticker creation game and the accompanying movement of the space will be described with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 4 is a plan view of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 as viewed from above during the user's game. As shown in FIG. 4, the user passes from the outside (user A or user A ′) between the front unit 12A and the rear unit 12B, and is indicated by the dotted line in the figure, the front unit 12A and the rear unit. The photograph sticker creation game is started by entering the photographing space 32 where the photographing work is performed and the price is inserted (User B). If the previous group of users is using the shooting space 32 (if shooting is in progress), the user waits outside the unit (user A or user A ′). In FIG. 4, the user (user A) outputs a video showing the progress of the user's game being photographed and the flow of the photo sticker creation game, how to play, etc., which are output from the external monitor 16 and the speaker 17. It is possible to wait while watching the content that guides the user.

  When the price is inserted and the photo sticker creation game is started, the user (user B) performs a shooting operation to photograph himself / herself using a camera or a monitor provided in front of the front unit 12A. .

  When the shooting operation is completed, the user selects one of the obtained captured images to be stored as an image to be edited, and follows the displayed movement guide from the shooting space 32 where the shooting operation was performed, with a dotted line in the figure. It moves to the editing space where the editing work is shown.

  A first editing space 33A is provided on the left side of the editing unit 13 as viewed from the front unit 12A (in front of the first editing interface 13A), and a second editing space 33B is provided on the right side (in front of the second editing interface 13B). ing. That is, in this photo sticker creation apparatus 1, a total of two sets of users, the user (user C) of the first editing space 33A and the user (user C ') of the second editing space 33B, simultaneously edit. Work can be done. A user (user B) of the shooting space 32 is guided to a free one of the two editing spaces. When the user moves to the first editing space 33A or the second editing space 33B, the user performs a graffiti editing work. Hereinafter, when it is not necessary to distinguish the first editing space 33A and the second editing space 33B, they are referred to as an editing space 33.

  Thereafter, when the graffiti editing is completed, the user (user C or user C ′) next performs print setting work and sets the number of divisions and the like. When printing is started, the user performs image transmission, questionnaire input, mini-games, and the like during the printing. Then, when printing is completed, it moves to the printed matter receiving area 34 in front of the photo sticker discharge unit 13C (user D), receives the discharged photo sticker paper, and ends the photo sticker creation game.

  In the photo sticker creation game as described above, when the user B of the shooting space 32 moves to the editing space 33, the shooting space 32 becomes unused, so the photo sticker creation device 1 uses a new set. A person can use the photographing space 32. Further, when the user C of the first editing space 33A or the user C ′ of the second editing space 33B moves to the printed material receiving area 34, the first editing space 33A or the second editing space 33B is not used. Therefore, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 can cause a new set of users (user B) to use the first editing space 33A or the second editing space 33B. Note that when both the first editing space 33A and the second editing space 33B are unused, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 gives the user (user B) the first editing space 33A and the second editing space 33B. In addition to guiding the user to use one of the editing spaces 33B, when the user moves to a direction other than the guided editing space, the user can be guided to the guided editing space.

  In other words, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 uses the shooting space 32, the first editing space 33A, the second editing space 33B, and the printed matter in order to improve the rotation rate per unit time and unit floor area of the photo sticker creating game. Using the receiving area 34, a plurality of sets of users can play a photo sticker creation game at the same time (multiple customer service can be performed).

  In addition, the structure of such a housing | casing 10 is arbitrary and may be a structure other than what was mentioned above. Similarly, the method of multiple customer service is also arbitrary.

  Next, the configuration of each unit will be described.

  FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the front unit 12A. A front surface 12A-1 in FIG. 5 is a side surface facing the imaging space 32, and is a front surface for the user who performs the imaging operation. That is, the user basically performs a photographing operation in the photographing space 32 toward the front surface 12A-1 (facing the front unit 12A).

  Near the center of the front surface 12 </ b> A- 1, a camera 51 for photographing a subject in the photographing space 32 is provided, and a touch panel monitor 52 is provided below the camera 51. The touch panel monitor 52 functions as, for example, a live view monitor that displays a composite image (moving image) obtained by combining an image such as a background or foreground with a captured image that has been photoelectrically converted by the camera 51 and captured in real time (immediately). And a function of displaying various GUI (Graphical User Interface) images and receiving a user's instruction through a touch panel superimposed on the screen. In addition, the front surface 12A-1 illuminates the inside of the photographing space 32 behind the milky white acrylic plate 53-1 to the milky white acrylic plate 53-6 formed of a curved surface or a flat surface, or matches the photographing timing by the camera 51. In addition to the installation of a lighting device that emits flash light, a fee for baggage storage areas 54-1 and 54-2 for placing user's baggage and the like during shooting, and a photo sticker creation game was introduced. A coin insertion / return port 55 is provided.

  Further, on the front surface 12A-1, on the back side of the milky white acrylic plate 53-1 to the milky white acrylic plate 53-3, near the ceiling of the shooting space 32, guidance sound in the shooting work of the photo sticker creation game, BGM (Back A speaker 124 (FIG. 8) (not shown) that outputs sound such as Ground Music) and sound effects is provided. In addition, the number and installation positions of the speakers 124 are arbitrary.

  The camera 51 is configured by an imaging device or the like using a CCD (Charge Coupled Device), and captures a moving image as a captured image by capturing a user in the photographing space 32 in the photographing work process of the photo sticker creation game. A part of the captured image captured by the camera 51 is cut out or an image such as a background is combined and displayed on the touch panel monitor 52 immediately. In addition, from the captured image captured by the camera 51 at a predetermined timing, an image of the frame at that timing is extracted and stored as a captured image (still image).

  For example, a camera using a CMOS sensor may be used as the camera 51 instead of the CCD. Of course, any camera other than these may be used as long as the user can be photographed and digital image data can be obtained. Further, the number of cameras 51 and the installation position are arbitrary.

  The touch panel monitor 52 includes, for example, a live view monitor 123 (FIG. 8) such as a CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) or an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) and a colorless and transparent touch panel laminated thereon, and is used during photographing work. The captured image captured by the camera 51 is displayed immediately (in real time) so that the person can determine the standing position and posture while checking the photographing result. At this time, for example, the captured image displayed on the touch panel monitor 52 is synthesized with an image designated by the user, such as a background or a foreground, or a part of the captured image is trimmed (trimmed) according to the image size of the image. Or). In addition, the touch panel monitor 52 displays an image related to the shooting work such as a guide image for guiding the procedure of the shooting work, and the touch panel (for example, pressure-sensitive type or electromagnetic induction type) accepts a tap operation by a user's finger or the like, for example. It is made like that.

  Behind the milky white acrylic plate 53-1 to the milky white acrylic plate 53-6, a plurality of lighting devices capable of fluorescent light and strobe light emission are installed to brighten the shooting space 32 and ensure operability and safety. Furthermore, in order to constantly illuminate the shooting space 32 and improve the image quality of the shot image, the flash is emitted at a timing corresponding to the shooting timing, and the user who is shot is irradiated with light from various angles. Hereinafter, the milky white acrylic plate 53-1 to the milky white acrylic plate 53-6 are referred to as a milky white acrylic plate 53 when it is not necessary to distinguish between them. Further, an LED (Light Emitting Diode) (not shown) may be provided on the surface of the predetermined milk-white acrylic plate 53 in order to adjust the brightness of the photographing space 32 by flash emission.

  The luggage storage areas 54-1 and 54-2 are shelves that are used as storage areas for user baggage at the time of photographing. The luggage storage areas 54-1 and 54-2 do not interfere with shooting, that is, do not disturb the user to take a shooting pose, and hinder the illumination of a lighting device (not shown). It is provided in a position that does not become. The user can perform photographing work more comfortably by placing the baggage in the luggage storage areas 54-1 and 54-2.

  The coin insertion / return port 55 is a user interface through which a user inserts a coin as a price for a photo sticker creation game or returns a coin that has failed to be inserted or a coin for fishing.

  Of course, a configuration other than that described above may be provided on the front surface 12A-1 of the front unit 12A.

  Next, the configuration of the editing unit 13 will be described.

  FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the left side of the editing unit 13 as viewed from the photographing unit 12 side (configuration example on the first editing space 33A side).

  In FIG. 6, an illumination device 61 is provided above the first editing interface 13A to illuminate the first editing space 33A that becomes dark because it is partitioned by the side curtain 21 or the like. The illuminating device 61 allows the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 to suppress a reduction in the user's editing work efficiency and improve the safety of the first editing space 33A. In the example of FIG. 6, the upper portion of the editing unit 13 on the first editing interface 13 </ b> A where the lighting device 61 is provided penetrates to the second editing space 33 </ b> B side. The first editing space 33A and the second editing space 33B are shared. That is, the illumination device 61 illuminates not only the first editing space 33A but also the second editing space 33B, thereby improving safety. Note that the installation position and the number of the illumination devices 61 are arbitrary.

  The first editing interface 13A is provided with a tablet built-in monitor 62, two touch pens 63-1, a touch pen 63-2, a speaker 64, and an additional coin insertion / return port 65.

  In the tablet built-in monitor 62, a colorless and transparent tablet capable of inputting position information with the touch pen 63-1 or the touch pen 63-2 is superimposed on a display screen of a display device capable of displaying an image such as a CRT display or an LCD. It is constituted by. Accordingly, the tablet built-in monitor 62 not only displays a GUI image or the like by the display device but also accepts an input operation from the user by the tablet. On the tablet built-in monitor 62, for example, an editing screen including a GUI image for editing work for editing a shot image obtained by shooting work in a shooting space is displayed.

  The touch pen 63-1 and the touch pen 63-2 are detachably fixed to the editing unit 13 by a predetermined attachment on the left and right sides of the tablet built-in monitor 62 one by one on the left and right sides. By using each of these touch pens, it is possible to play the editing process of the photo sticker creation process at the same time. In the following description, the touch pen 63-1 and the touch pen 63-2 are simply referred to as the touch pen 63 when it is not necessary to distinguish them from each other.

  The touch pen 63 is electrically connected to a system installed inside the editing unit 13 by wire (or wireless). The touch pen 63 operates in cooperation with the tablet of the tablet built-in monitor 62. When the user operates the touch pen 63 and taps the tablet (the touch pen 63 and the display screen of the tablet built-in monitor 62 are brought into contact (or close proximity)), the tablet operates as an input unit that receives input from the user. To do. The number of touch pens 63 to be installed, the installation position, the shape, and the like are arbitrary.

  The speaker 64 outputs, for example, sound related to editing work of the photo sticker creation game, such as guidance sound, sound effects, or BGM. The speaker 64 is disposed on the right side of the tablet built-in monitor 62. Since a right-handed user performs an editing operation while holding the touch pen 63 with the right hand, even when the editing operation is performed while leaning on the editing unit 13, there is little possibility of leaning on the right side of the tablet built-in monitor 62. Therefore, by disposing the speaker 64 on the right side of the tablet built-in monitor 62, even when a right-handed user performs an editing operation while leaning on the editing unit 13, the user closes the speaker 64 and can hear sound. It can be prevented from disappearing. The number, design, shape, etc. of the speakers 64 are arbitrary.

  The additional coin insertion / return port 65 is provided to allow the user to insert additional coins or return the change when the user wants to extend the editable time or outputs a plurality of photo stickers. It has been. In addition, payment of this additional price is not limited to a coin, Naturally, it can also be made to be able to pay also with a banknote. In addition, instead of cash (coins and banknotes) that are actually distributed, payment can also be made with prepaid cards, coins, electronic money, etc. distributed at amusement facilities where the photo sticker creation device 1 is installed. May be.

  However, the extension of the editable time is performed when the shooting operation is not currently performed in the shooting space 32 (when there is no next user) or the other editing interface (in this case, the second editing interface). 13B) is possible only when it is empty, and cannot be extended when the shooting operation is performed in the shooting space 32 and the other editing interface is used.

  Note that the configuration of the editing unit 13 on the second editing space 33B side is basically the same as the configuration of the first editing space 33A side shown in FIG. In the following, the configuration example shown in FIG. 6 is also applied to the case where the configuration of the editing unit 13 on the second editing space 33B side is described.

  FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the photo sticker discharge unit 13 </ b> C of the editing unit 13.

  As shown in FIG. 7, the photo sticker discharging unit 13C has a photo sticker created by a user who has performed editing work in the first editing space 33A (that is, a photo sticker created by operating the first editing interface 13A). And a photo sticker discharge port 71 through which a photo sticker created by a user who has performed editing work in the second edit space 33B (that is, a photo sticker created by operating the second edit interface 13B) is discharged. It has been.

  A printer is installed inside the editing unit 13, and a printing image created by operating the first editing interface 13A or the second editing interface 13B is printed on sticker paper by the printer. The photo sticker output from the printer is discharged from the photo sticker discharge port 71.

  Further, a speaker (not shown) may be provided in the photo sticker discharge unit 13C. The speaker (not shown) outputs sound relating to printing and discharging of the photo sticker such as guidance sound, sound effect, or background music.

  Next, an internal configuration example of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 will be described.

  FIG. 8 is a block diagram illustrating a functional configuration example of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1. The same parts as those described above are denoted by the same reference numerals.

  In FIG. 8, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 includes a control unit 101 that is a processing unit that controls the entire apparatus of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1. The control unit 101 includes a storage unit 102, a communication unit 103, A drive 104, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 106, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 107, a photographing unit 112, an editing unit 113, a printer 114, an external monitor 16, a speaker 17, and a touch button 18 are respectively connected via predetermined buses. Connected.

  The storage unit 102 has a non-volatile storage medium such as a hard disk or a flash memory, and stores various setting information supplied from the control unit 101 in the storage medium or is recorded in the storage medium. The setting information is read and supplied to the control unit 101. The storage unit 102 also stores user operation history. Note that this storage medium may be anything as long as it can store information.

  The communication unit 103 is connected to another communication device (not shown) via an external network (not shown) such as the Internet or a public telephone line network, or simply via a communication cable (not shown). And is controlled by the control unit 101 to communicate with another communication device such as a mobile terminal such as a user's mobile phone, a user's personal computer, or a central management server. For example, the communication unit 103 transmits a transmission signal supplied as a communication signal from the control unit 101 to another communication device, or supplies a reception signal supplied from another communication device to the control unit 101 as a communication signal. To do.

  The drive 104 includes a removable medium such as a magnetic disk (including a flexible disk), an optical disk (including a CD-ROM (Compact Disc-Read Only Memory), a DVD (Digital Versatile Disc)), a magneto-optical disk, and a semiconductor memory. The computer program and data read out from them are supplied to the control unit 101 as necessary, and stored in the storage unit 102 or installed.

  The ROM 106 stores programs and data executed by the control unit 101 in advance, and the ROM 106 supplies the programs and data to the control unit 101 based on instructions from the control unit 101. The RAM 107 temporarily holds data and programs processed by the control unit 101.

  The imaging unit 112 is a block related to the imaging unit 12 and includes a coin processing unit 121, a background curtain unit 15, an illumination control unit 122, a camera 51, a touch panel monitor 52, and a speaker 124.

  The coin processing unit 121 is activated in response to an activation signal input from the control unit 101. When a coin is inserted into the coin insertion / return port 55, a process related to payment for the photo sticker creation device 1 by the user (game participation) And the activation signal is supplied to the control unit 101. In response to the activation signal, the control unit 101 causes the touch panel monitor 52 and the speaker 124 to perform charging processing, guidance, and the like.

  Based on the background control signal supplied from the control unit 101, the background curtain unit 15 selects a background to be provided, that is, raises and lowers (expands and stores) the movable background curtain. The background may be selected manually by the user.

  Based on the illumination control signal supplied from the control unit 101, the illumination control unit 122 turns on or off the illumination device installed behind the milky acrylic plate 53.

  The camera 51 is controlled by the control unit 101 to shoot a user or the like in the shooting space 32 as a subject in the shooting process of the photo sticker creation game. For example, the camera 51 captures a moving image under the control of the control unit 101 and supplies the captured moving image data to the control unit 101. Further, the camera 51 acquires a captured image (still image) by operating a mechanical shutter based on a shutter control signal supplied from the control unit 101, and stores the acquired still image data in the storage unit 102. .

  The touch panel monitor 52 includes a live view monitor 123. The live view monitor 123 of the touch panel monitor 52 is an image based on RGB signals supplied from the control unit 101 (an image captured in real time by the camera 51, a composite image created using a captured image, a GUI image, or the like). Is displayed. Further, when the user taps (touches or approaches) the touch panel monitor 52 using his / her own finger or the like, the touch panel monitor 52 supplies the position information to the control unit 101. The control unit 101 analyzes the position information, identifies and accepts information and instructions input by the user with respect to the display image.

  The speaker 124 is provided at an arbitrary position of the photographing unit 12 and outputs, for example, sound of a sound signal supplied from the control unit 101 (such as shooting work guidance sound, sound effect, or background music).

  The editing unit 113 is a block related to the editing unit 13, and includes a first editing unit 113A corresponding to the first editing interface 13A and a second editing unit 113B corresponding to the second editing interface 13B. The first editing unit 113A and the second editing unit 113B have the same configuration, and the following description is given with respect to the first editing unit 113A, but is also applicable to the second editing unit 113B.

  As described with reference to FIG. 6, the first editing unit 113 </ b> A includes a coin processing unit 130 in addition to the tablet built-in monitor 62, the touch pen 63-1 and the touch pen 63-2, and the speaker 64.

  As described above, the tablet built-in monitor 62 includes the editing monitor 141 made of a display device such as a CRT display or LCD, and the colorless and transparent tablet 142 superimposed on the display screen of the editing monitor 141. The tablet built-in monitor 62 displays on the editing monitor 141 an image relating to editing, such as an editing input GUI and a captured image, corresponding to the RGB signal supplied from the control unit 101. When the user operates the touch pen 63-1 or the touch pen 63-2 and taps the tablet 142, the tablet built-in monitor 62 supplies a signal representing the position information to the control unit 101 as an input signal. The control unit 101 analyzes the position information represented by the input signal, specifies and accepts information and instructions input by the user with respect to the display image. That is, editing input for the captured image is performed using these configurations.

  The speaker 64 outputs the sound of the sound signal supplied from the control unit 101 (editing work guide sound, sound effect, or sound related to the editing work process of the photo sticker creation game, such as BGM).

  The coin processing unit 130 is activated in response to an activation signal input from the control unit 101. When a coin is inserted into the additional coin insertion / return port 65, a process related to payment for the photo sticker creation apparatus 1 by the user (additional) Print acceptance), and supplies an activation signal to the control unit 101. The control unit 101 causes the printer 114 to perform additional printing processing in response to the activation signal.

  The printer 114 prints the result of editing work performed by the editing unit 113 on sticker paper. When the printer 114 acquires the editing work result performed by the first editing unit 113 </ b> A from the control unit 101, the printer 114 acquires the sticker paper 162 from the sticker paper unit 161 and prints the editing work result on the sticker paper 162. When the printing is finished, the printer 114 discharges the printed sticker paper 162 as a photo sticker from the photo sticker discharge port 71 and provides it to the user.

  When the external monitor 16 obtains information from the control unit 101 that the user is shooting in the shooting space 32 in the shooting unit 12, the user who is waiting to use the shooting space next time. In contrast, a video showing the progress of the game of the user who is shooting is output. In addition, while the external monitor 16 does not acquire information indicating that the user is shooting in the shooting space 32 in the shooting unit 12 from the control unit 101, the flow of the photo sticker creation game and how to play Output contents (demonstration) to guide (explain) etc. Under the control of the control unit 101, the speaker 17 outputs audio that matches the video and content output from the external monitor 16.

  Further, when the external monitor 16 acquires information indicating that the touch button 18 has been operated by the user from the control unit 101, the external monitor 16 switches and outputs the contents of the output video, content, and the like.

  For example, when the user performs a predetermined operation (touch), the touch button 18 supplies an input signal indicating the operation content to the control unit 101. The control unit 101 supplies information indicating that the operation represented by the input signal has been received to the external monitor 16 and controls to switch the display content of the external monitor 16.

  Next, the control unit 101 will be described. FIG. 9 shows an example of a functional block configuration realized by the control unit 101 executing a program stored in the ROM 106 or the like.

  The control unit 101 is a shooting processing unit 202 that performs processing related to a price (coin) that is input when starting the photo sticker creation game, and processing related to a shooting work process of the photo sticker creation game such as shooting a user. An editing processing unit 203 that performs processing related to a photo sticker creation game editing process such as graffiti editing for a photographed image; The post-service processing unit 205 performs processing related to the post-service process of the photo sticker creation game that serves a user who has finished the editing work.

  That is, the control unit 101 controls processing relating to each process of the photo sticker creation game.

  FIG. 10 is a functional block diagram showing a more detailed configuration example of the editing processing unit 203 in FIG.

  The editing processing unit 203 creates a process related to graffiti editing on a photographed image obtained in the photographing work process by the user and an image to be transmitted from the photographed image to the mobile terminal in the editing work process of the photo sticker creation game Process.

  For example, the editing processing unit 203 displays various GUIs, accepts graffiti editing input by a user, creates a composition image corresponding to the graffiti editing input, and synthesizes it with a captured image. That is, the editing processing unit 203 provides a user with a doodle editing function for a captured image. Any function may be provided as the graffiti editing function. For example, a graffiti pen function for scribbling a photographed image with a freehand line, or a predetermined image at an arbitrary position of the photographed image. There is a stamp function to synthesize.

  The editing processing unit 203 includes a progress control unit 211, an editing preparation processing unit 212, an input reception control unit 213, an editing screen display control unit 214, and a graffiti editing processing unit 215.

  The progress control unit 211 controls the progress of the editing work process. The editing preparation processing unit 212 performs processing related to preparation for editing, such as selection of an image to be edited. The input reception control unit 213 controls the tablet 142 and performs a process of receiving operation input performed by the user with respect to various GUIs displayed on the editing monitor 141.

  The edit screen display control unit 214 performs processing related to display of the edit screen displayed on the edit monitor 141 and various GUI display on the edit screen. The graffiti editing processing unit 215 performs processing related to graffiti editing on the edited image in response to an input operation using the touch pen 63 by the user.

  Next, the flow of the photo sticker creating game performed in the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  A user who performs a photo sticker creation game first inserts coins into the coin insertion / return slot 55 of the front unit 12A and pays for the game. The coin processing unit 121 accepts such coin insertion and supplies an activation signal to the control unit 101. In step S1, the imaging processing unit 202 of the control unit 101 determines whether or not a price has been inserted based on the activation signal. If it is determined that a valid price has been inserted, the process proceeds to step S2.

  In step S <b> 2, the shooting processing unit 202 controls each unit of the shooting unit 112 and executes shooting processing, which is processing related to shooting work of the photo sticker creation game, performed in the shooting space 32.

  In the photographing process, the photographing processing unit 202 causes the user to select a composition image that is an image to be displayed as a background or foreground on the photographed subject image, and the photographed subject image and the composition selected by the user. A captured image obtained by combining the image for use is supplied to the edit processing unit 203. For example, six photographed images are obtained by the photographing process.

  When the shooting operation is completed, in step S3, the shooting processing unit 202 gives the editing space 33 (the first editing space 33A or the second editing space) to the user in the shooting space 32 who has finished the shooting operation by an image or sound. 33B) is provided to guide the movement.

  In step S <b> 4, the editing processing unit 203 performs editing processing that allows the user who has moved to the editing space 33 to perform editing input on the six captured images obtained by the imaging processing. Details of the editing process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  When the editing work is completed, in step S5, the print processing unit 204 controls the printer 114 to perform a printing process for printing the edited image obtained by the editing work on the sticker sheet 162 in a number corresponding to the standard price. .

  In step S <b> 6, the post-service processing unit 205 performs post-service processing that provides a service for transferring the edited image to a mini game or a portable terminal that posts the edited image for a user who is waiting for completion of printing. . When the post-service processing is completed, in step S7, the post-service processing unit 205 performs movement guidance for moving the user in the editing space 33 to the printed material receiving area 34. When the printing process is completed, in step S8, the print processing unit 204 controls the printer 114 to discharge the printed sticker sheet 162 from the photo sticker discharge port 71, and the photo sticker creation game process is ended.

  The photo sticker creation game is performed according to the above flow.

  Next, an example of a detailed flow of the editing process executed in step S4 of FIG. 11 will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. Note that this editing process is actually executed on the editing space of the first editing space 33A or the second editing space 33B on which the user who played the shooting process of the photo sticker creation game has moved. However, since the same processing is executed for any editing space, in the following, for simplification of description, it is determined whether the user has moved to the first editing space 33A or the second editing space 33B. The description will be made on the assumption that the editing space 33 has been moved without any particular statement.

  When the editing process is started, the editing processing unit 203 acquires, from the storage unit 102, an image to be edited that is a captured image obtained by the imaging unit 112 and selected as a graffiti editing target in step S21. . In step S22, the editing processing unit 203 displays a predetermined GUI screen on the editing monitor 141 in the editing space 33, and allows the user who has moved to select a game type for the post-service processing.

  As described above, the post-service processing unit 205 provides services such as mini-games and image transfer to a user who is waiting for completion of printing. The editing processing unit 203 causes the user to select what to do at this time from the options prepared in advance. When the user selects the contents of the subsequent customer service process, the editing processing unit 203 displays the GUI image of the editing start button on the editing monitor 141 next. The user operates the touch pen 63 and depresses the editing start button. When the editing start button is pressed, an editing screen which is a GUI for editing work is displayed on the editing monitor 141, so that the user can start the doodle editing work.

  In step S23, the edit processing unit 203 determines whether or not the edit start button has been operated by the user based on the information supplied from the tablet built-in monitor 62, and waits until it is determined that the button has been operated. If it is determined that the edit start button has been operated, the edit processing unit 203 advances the process to step S24, and the editing monitor 141 gives the user the graffiti edit for the photographed image having the configuration shown in FIG. Display the edit screen that is the GUI screen to be entered. The description of the editing screen shown in FIG. 13 will be described later, and the processing after step S24 will be described first.

  When the editing screen 401 (FIG. 13) is displayed on the editing monitor 141, the editing processing unit 203 controls the tablet 142 and the touch pen 63 of the editing unit 113 in step S25 to edit the graffiti editing on the editing screen 401 by the user. Start accepting input.

  In step S26, the editing processing unit 203 receives an instruction from the user based on an input signal supplied from the tablet built-in monitor 62 (that is, position information received by the touch pen 63 and the tablet 142) (for the GUI). Whether or not an operation has been performed). When the touch pen 63 is operated by the user or the like and it is determined that the position information is input to the tablet 142 with respect to the editing screen 401 displayed on the editing monitor 141, the editing processing unit 203 advances the process to step S27. The contents of the instruction input based on the input coordinates are grasped, and processing corresponding to the instruction is performed. An example of this process will be described later with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  When the processing corresponding to the input is completed, the editing processing unit 203 advances the processing to step S28. If it is determined in step S26 that an instruction has not been input, the editing processing unit 203 skips step S27 and proceeds to step S28.

  In step S28, the edit processing unit 203 determines whether a predetermined time (time limit) has elapsed or the end button has been operated, and the time limit has not been reached, and the end button is also operated. If it is determined that it is not, the editing processing unit 203 returns the processing to step S26 and repeats the subsequent processing. In other words, the edit processing unit 203 repeats the processing from step S26 to step S28 until the predetermined time has elapsed or the end button is operated, and performs the processing for the doodle editing input. If it is determined in step S28 that a predetermined time has elapsed or the end button has been operated, the edit processing unit 203 advances the process to step S29.

  In step S <b> 29, the editing processing unit 203 stores the edited image (doodle editing result) subjected to the doodle editing as a print target image in order to create a print image. Note that “save” simply indicates that an edited image, which is an editing result, is provided to the printing process, and whether or not the data is actually saved in the RAM 107 or the storage unit 102 is arbitrary. is there.

  In step S30, the edit processing unit 203 ends the display of the edit screen and ends the reception of edit input. When the process of step S30 ends, the edit processing unit 203 ends the edit process, returns the process to step S4 of FIG. 11, and executes the processes after step S5.

  Editing operations are performed by the editing process as described above.

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Next, FIG. 13 shows an example of the editing screen 401 displayed on the editing monitor 141 by the processing in step S24. FIG. 13 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the editing screen 401. As shown in FIG. 13, the editing screen 401 is provided with two main components on the left and right except for a part. This basically allows two users of the same set to perform graffiti editing input at the same time. When the editing monitor is large, for example, three or more editing screens 401 may be provided so that simultaneous graffiti editing input by a corresponding number of users can be performed.

  In the upper center of the edit screen 401, a GUI button for the user to select an image or a function is provided. The edit target selection unit 411 displayed in the upper center selects an edit image on which the user performs graffiti from among edit target images that can be scribble edited by the user on the edit screen 401 as edit targets. It is a GUI.

  This edit target image is a keep image that is generated by a shooting operation and selected by the user in the editing operation. The edit target selection unit 411 displays a list of thumbnail images of the keep image as a GUI.

  When the user selects a thumbnail image of a desired edit target image from the thumbnail images of the edit target image displayed on the edit target selection unit 411 with the touch pen 63, the selected image is selected as the edit image. As a result, the edited image is displayed large on the editing screen 401.

  In the editing target selection unit 411, thumbnail images of the editing images A to F are displayed as examples of editing targets. In the editing screen 401 of FIG. 13, the thumbnail images of the edited image A and the edited image B are selected in the editing target selection unit 411, and the edited image A is displayed in the edited image display unit 412-1. The edited image B is displayed on the display unit 412-2.

  The edited image display unit 412-1 is a work area for displaying an edited image on which a user located on the left side of the editing monitor 141 performs graffiti editing, for example, the first editing interface 13A or the second editing interface 13B. The image to be edited (selected image) selected by operating the touch pen 63-1 provided on the left side of is displayed as an edited image. On the left side of the edited image display unit 412-1 in the figure, a sample image display unit 418-1 is displayed.

  Similarly, the edited image display unit 412-2 is a work area for displaying an edited image on which the user located on the right side of the editing monitor 141 performs graffiti editing, for example, the first editing interface 13A or the second editing interface. An image to be edited (selected image) selected by operating the touch pen 63-2 provided on the right side of the editing interface 13B is displayed as an edited image. A sample image display unit 418-2 is displayed on the right side of the edited image display unit 412-2 in the drawing.

  In the following, the edited image display unit 412-1 and the edited image display unit 412-2 are referred to as an edited image display unit 412 when there is no need to distinguish between them. The same applies to other parts.

  The remaining time display section 413 displayed on the upper left and right sides of the editing screen 401 displays the remaining time (remaining time) of the time limit allocated in advance to the editing work. This display allows the user to distribute the pace of graffiti editing.

  The control instruction accepting unit 414-1 is a GUI for accepting a control instruction relating to the overall doodle editing for the edited image displayed on the edited image display unit 412-1. The control instruction reception unit 414-1 displays, for example, a GUI for an eraser function for erasing graffiti performed until now, a GUI for designating “redo” and “redo redo” of editing work in units of graffiti processing, and the like. The The control instruction accepting unit 414-2 is a GUI for accepting a control instruction related to the overall doodle editing for the edited image displayed on the edited image display unit 412-2, and the content of the GUI is the control instruction accepting unit 414-1. It is the same.

  The editing tool selection unit 415-1 displayed in the lower center of the editing screen 401-1 displays a GUI for selecting an editing tool used for editing the editing image displayed in the editing image display unit 412-1. . Similarly, the editing tool selection unit 415-1 displayed in the lower center of the editing screen 401-2 has a GUI for selecting an editing tool used for editing the edited image displayed in the edited image display unit 412-2. Is displayed.

  Specifically, the editing tool selection unit 415 is a GUI, for example, a “friend special” button, a “pen” button, a “stamp” button, a “rolling” button, a “character, date” button, and a “transformation” button. , And a “male graffiti” button, these GUIs select a large category of editing tools (grouping of editing tools). Each large category includes one or a plurality of editing tools that are categorized into predetermined types. That is, the editing tools belonging to each major category are classified by genres of predetermined types, and any of the editing tools belonging to the genres is finally selected by the user.

  When the user operates the touch pen 63 and presses these buttons, a selection anchor indicating that the editing tool corresponding to the button is selected is displayed on the touch pen 63 side of the pressed button. The Note that the display color of the button pressed by the touch pen 63 can be reversed.

  The editing tool selected in this way is displayed in the editing content palette (content palette). In the example of FIG. 13, the content palette 416-1 displayed on the left side of the editing tool selection unit 415-1 belongs to the category (man's graffiti tool) selected by the user by operating the touch pen 63-1. The GUI for operating the editing tool is displayed. These editing tools are used for graffiti on the edited image displayed on the edited image display unit 412-1. When editing tools belonging to a plurality of genres belong to a category, each editing tool is displayed in a tab for each genre in the content palette 416-1. A plurality of compositing images (such as stamps) are displayed in the tab.

  The same applies to the right side of the edit screen 401. In the case of the example of FIG. 13, the content palette 416-2 displayed on the left side of the editing tool selection unit 415-2 includes editing belonging to the category (friend special tool) selected by the user by operating the touch pen 63-2. A GUI for operating the tool is displayed. These editing tools are used for graffiti on the edited image displayed on the edited image display unit 412-2. When a plurality of genre editing tools belong to a category, each editing tool is displayed in a tab for each genre in the content palette 416-2. A plurality of compositing images (such as stamps) are displayed in the tab.

  Note that the GUI display examples described above are merely examples, and of course, configurations other than those described above may be used. Also, some of the editing tools described above may be omitted, or editing tools other than those described above may be further prepared. Furthermore, a method other than that described above may be applied to the operation method of the editing screen 401.

[About Content Palette]
Next, the detailed description of the content palette 416 will be described with an example of the content palette 416. FIG. 14 is an enlarged view of the content palette 416-1 and the content palette 416-2 in FIG. 13, and illustrates a composition image (hereinafter, appropriately referred to as a stamp) displayed in each content palette 416. FIG.

  The content palette 416-1 is a palette when the tool “man's graffiti” is selected, and a tab 501-1 “name & date”, a tab 501-2 “stamp”, A tab 501-3 called “Korokoro”, a tab 501-4 called “Men's lines”, a tab 501-5 called “Men's goods”, and a tab 501-6 called “Pen” are provided. This “man's graffiti” tool is provided as a tool suitable for people who are unfamiliar with the editing process of graffiti or who want to do graffiti easily.

  Similarly, the content palette 416-2 is a palette when the tool "Friend Special" is selected, and tabs 511-1 and "Name ( Tab 511-2, “birthday” tab 511-3, “schedule” tab 511-4, “fashionable” tab 511-5, “matching balloon” tab 511-6, and A tab 511-7 called "Friend Board" is provided.

  In this way, the content palette 416 displays a plurality of tabs corresponding to the tool currently selected. A stamp corresponding to the selected tab among the plurality of tabs is displayed in the content palette 416. For example, in the screen shown in FIG. 14, since the tab 501-1 “name & date” is selected, stamps 531-1 to 531-13 corresponding to the selected tab are displayed in the contents palette 416. -1 is displayed.

  Similarly, since the tab 511-1 “Name” is selected from the tabs 511 displayed in the content palette 416-2, the stamps 541-1 to 541-1 corresponding to the tab 511-1 are selected. 541-20 is displayed in the content palette 416-2.

  These stamps 531 and 541 shown in FIG. 14 are stamps related to names and dates. The name is information input from the user side such as a user name or a nickname. The date is also an anniversary such as a birthday and is information input from the user side. Information such as the name and date is input before graffiti editing is started in the photo sticker creating apparatus 1.

  When information is input in advance, a stamp related to the name and date displayed in the content palette 416 is displayed on the user side as a stamp corresponding to the information input in advance. Further, when these pieces of information are not input at the time of starting editing, a stamp including default information is displayed on the user side.

  Since the input information is incorrect, the user may desire to see and correct the displayed stamp. In addition, information is not input before the start of editing, but it may be desired to use a stamp including its own information, and at that time, it is desired to input its own information (name, birthday, etc.).

  In addition to the input mistakes described above, it may be desired to correct if the Roman alphabet notation is not intended by the user. For example, when the user inputs “Risa”, it is expressed as “RISA” in normal Roman alphabet notation, but correction may be desired when it is desired to indicate “LISA”.

  The screen shown in FIG. 14 is a screen in which two people can edit each. However, when two or more people, for example, three people photographed at the same time, information for two people is accepted. However, the information of the remaining one person is not reflected in the stamp. In such a case, it is considered that there is a desire to generate the stamp by inputting the information of the remaining one person instead of one of the two persons who have already input the information. In order to cope with such a situation, a button for correcting the name and date reflected in the stamp is displayed in the content palette 416.

  The content palette 416-1 is provided with a button 521 "Name correction". Similarly, the content palette 416-2 is also provided with a button 522 "Name correction".

[About the first embodiment]
Next, processing when the “name correction” button 521 or the button 522 is operated will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG. This processing when information such as a name is corrected will be described here by taking three embodiments as examples. First, the first embodiment will be described with reference to the flowchart of FIG.

  In the following description, a case where the button 521 provided in the content palette 416-1 is operated will be described as an example. Further, as a premise, the case where the button 521 is operated when the stamp as shown in FIG. 14 is displayed in the content palette 416 will be described as an example.

  In step S101, it is determined whether or not the correction button 521 has been operated. The process related to the correction is not executed until it is determined that the correction button 521 has been operated. If it is determined that the correction button 521 has been operated, the process proceeds to step S102. In step S102, a correction palette is opened (displayed). An example of a state in which the correction palette is opened is shown in FIG.

  FIG. 16 shows an example in which the correction pallet 601 is displayed on the side where the “name correction” button 521 is operated. In this case, since the button 521 on the content palette 416-1 is operated, the editing palette 601 is displayed on the content palette 416-1. The pallet 601 is provided with a column 611 and a column 612 in which names to be corrected are displayed. An anchor 613 is displayed in the column 611 or the column 612 in order to make the user recognize the character to be corrected.

  A “return one” button 614 is operated to return a character to the previous character, and a “delete all” button 615 displays all character strings displayed in the columns 611 and 612 at that time. The button 616 “correcting Roman letters” is operated when deleting the Roman letters displayed in the column 612. In the lower part of the column 612, hiragana and roman characters (hiragana in FIG. 16) used by the user for correcting the name and the like are displayed, and a character column 617 is displayed.

  The characters in the character column 617 are hiragana when the anchor 613 is positioned on the column 611, and are Roman characters when the anchor 613 is positioned on the column 612. In addition, when the button 616 “correct romaji” is operated, the characters in the character column 617 are switched from the hiragana display to the romaji display.

  A button 618 “decision” below the character column 617 is a button that is operated when the correction is finished and the correction is finished, and a button 619 “cancel” ends the correction without reflecting the correction. This button is operated when

  In addition, if one of hiragana or romaji is input in the column 611 or 612, in other words, the other may be input in accordance with the input. For example, if “Naoki” is input in hiragana, “NAOKI”, which is the corresponding Roman character, may be input.

  Here, the description will be continued assuming that if one is corrected, the other is also corrected, but only the corrected one may reflect the correction. For example, if the Hiragana “Naoki” is modified, the stamp that includes the Hiragana and Katakana “Naoki” will be modified, and the stamp that includes the Roman letter “NAOKI” will not be modified. It is also possible to adopt a configuration that prevents modification.

  Reference is again made to FIG. For example, when the anchor 561 is positioned on the stamp 531-5 including the name “Naoki” of katakana and the “Name correction” button 521 is operated, as shown in FIG. In the column 611 of the palette 601, a character string “Naoki” in hiragana is displayed, and a character string “NAOKI” in Roman letters is displayed in the column 612. The information “Naoki” is information input by the user before editing. Alternatively, “Naoki” is displayed by default, and when the user wants to change his / her name, the information can be changed by operating the button 521.

  Further, referring to FIG. 14 again, for example, when the anchor 561 is positioned on the stamp 531-2 including the names of two persons such as “Tsubasa Naoki”, the “name correction” button 521 is operated. In this case, a button for selecting whether to correct the name “Naoki” or to correct the name “Tsubasa” may be displayed in the palette 601 (FIG. 16). good.

  Returning to the flowchart of FIG. When editing palette 601 is displayed in step S102, the process proceeds to step S103. In step S103, it is determined whether there is an anchor on the name to be corrected in the adjacent tab. If it is determined in step S103 that there is an anchor on the name to be corrected in the adjacent tab, the process proceeds to step S104, and it is determined that there is no anchor on the name to be corrected in the adjacent tab. In this case, the process of step S104 is skipped, and the process proceeds to step S105.

  In step S104, the correction button in the adjacent tab is hidden. The button 522 “name correction” in the content palette 416-2 shown in FIG. 16 is not displayed. In this way, a description will be given of hiding the “name correction” button 522 in the adjacent tab.

  As shown in FIG. 16, it is assumed that the information to be edited is a name “Naoki”. At this time, referring to FIG. 14 again, there are several stamps including information such as “Naoki”. For example, the stamp 541-1 includes information in Roman alphabet such as “NAOKI”, and the stamp 541- 3 includes information in hiragana notation such as “Naoki”.

  As described above, a stamp including the information to be edited may be displayed in the adjacent tab. In this state, as shown in FIG. 16, when the user on the left side is trying to correct the information named “Naoki” using the editing palette 601, the user on the right side Suppose that a button 522 “name correction” is temporarily displayed in the content palette 416-2. Since the button 522 is displayed, when the button 522 is operated, the right user can also make corrections to the information named “Naoki”.

  In this way, in step S103, whether there is an anchor on the name to be corrected in the adjacent tab so that different users can correct the same information at the same timing does not occur. A determination is made whether or not. Then, if it is determined that there is an anchor on the name to be corrected in the adjacent tab, a process of hiding is executed so that the “name correction” button in the adjacent tab is not operated. The In this way, since the correction cannot be performed by hiding the “name correction” button, different users can make corrections to the same information at the same timing. It becomes possible to prevent.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S103 that there is no anchor on the name to be corrected in the adjacent tab, the process in step S104 is skipped. That is, in this case, the “name correction” button is not hidden, and the display is maintained. In this situation, referring to FIG. 16, for example, an anchor is located on a stamp including only information named “Tsubasa”. Since information that is subject to editing is information named “Naoki”, information that is named “Tsubasa” that is not “Naoki”, even if corrections are made, It is only possible to modify different information at the same timing.

  Therefore, the display of the button 522 “name correction” is maintained, and when the button 522 is operated, a palette having the same configuration as the palette 601 is displayed on the content palette 416-2.

  Returning to the flowchart of FIG. 15, in step S105, the correction is accepted. That is, as shown in FIG. 16, when the palette 601 is displayed, the user can correct the name. When the user operates the palette 601, processing corresponding to the operation is performed. The correction is accepted. Then, when the “determine” button 618 is operated, the processing proceeds to step S106 as the response. When the “Cancel” button 619 is operated, the process related to the correction is terminated.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 17, it is assumed that the user corrects “Naoki” to “Kunihiko” and operates the “OK” button 618. When the “OK” button 618 is operated in this way, correction of the stamp in the same tab is started in step S106. The palette 601 is closed (not displayed from the screen), and processing for reflecting the corrected information on the stamp is started.

  In this case, the process of correcting “Naoki” to “Kunihiko” is executed, but stamps including the information “Naoki” exist in a plurality of tabs. For example, referring to FIG. 14 again, the content palette 416 before correction is performed is confirmed. The content palette 416-1 is in a state in which a tab 501-1 "name & date" of a tool "man's graffiti" is opened. Among the stamps 531 in the tab 501-1, the stamp 531 including the information “Naoki” includes the stamp 531-1, the stamp 531-2, the stamp 531-3, the stamp 531-4, the stamp 531-5, and the stamp. There are eight stamps, 531-6, stamp 531-9, and stamp 531-10.

  Similarly, the content palette 416-2 is in a state in which a tab 511-1 "name (horizontal)" of the tool "friend special" is opened. Among the stamps 541 in the tab 511-1, the stamp 541 including the information “Naoki” includes the stamp 541-1, the stamp 541-3, the stamp 541-5, the stamp 541-6, the stamp 541-7, and the stamp. There are 13 types: 541-8, stamp 541-10, stamp 541-12, stamp 541-13, stamp 541-14, stamp 541-15, stamp 541-17, and stamp 541-19.

  Also, stamps existing in other tabs include stamps including information named “Naoki”. For example, the content palette 416-2 illustrated in FIG. 18 is in a state in which a tab 511-2 "name (correct / vertical)" of a tool "friend special" is opened. In the content palette 416-2 shown in FIG. 18, there is also a stamp including information “Naoki”. Further, FIG. 19 shows another content palette 416-2. The content palette 416-2 illustrated in FIG. 19 is in a state in which a tab “Hoppa Stamp” of a tool “Transform” is opened. In the content palette 416-2 shown in FIG. 19, there is a stamp including information “Naoki”.

  Thus, in this case, the information “Naoki” also exists in the tabs that are not opened. 18 and 19 have been described as the content palette 416-2, but since the content palette 416-1 also has the same tab, the information “Naoki” is also present. In order to reflect the correction made by the user on all of the stamps existing in the plurality of tabs and to redisplay the stamp after the reflection, a predetermined processing time is required. If this processing time is a time that the user only waits, it will be a matter of course that if it becomes long, a boring time will occur even if it is short.

  Therefore, the correction is reflected only on the stamp existing in the same tab so that the processing time is shortened. In other words, the processing time is shortened by limiting the number of stamps reflecting the correction. In the same tab, when correction is performed in the above-described processing flow, for example, the inside of the tab 501-1 “name & date” in the content palette 416-1 shown in FIG.

  Even if there is a stamp including the information “NOOKI” only in the tab 501-1 and the tab 511-1 that are opened in the screen shown in FIG. 14, the correction in these two tabs is necessary. When all the stamps to be processed are processed, 21 (= 8 + 13) stamps are processed. On the other hand, if only the stamps in the same tab are processed, the number is eight. Therefore, since the number of stamps to be processed decreases, the processing time can obviously be shortened.

  However, some processing time is required, and during that time, if the user is unable to edit anything, they may be worried about why the editing cannot be performed, or may feel bored due to the inability to edit. Conceivable. Therefore, the process proceeds to step S107, and a message and other stamps are displayed. That is, a screen as shown in FIG. 20 is displayed.

  FIG. 20 shows a screen displayed after the “OK” button 618 of the palette 601 is operated on the screen shown in FIG. On the left side of the content palette 416-1 shown in FIG. 20, a message such as “Your name stamp is being created! Please wait for a while by scribbling with another pen or stamp” is displayed. On the right side of the message, stamps 531-11 to 531-13 are displayed. Since these stamps 531-11 to 531-13 are stamps that do not include the information “Naoki”, they are not targeted for correction, and thus the display is maintained. The stamp displayed in this way is operable.

  By viewing the message, the user can recognize that the stamp related to the name cannot be used because the stamp is being created. This makes it possible to remove anxiety. Also, you can recognize that you can use other stamps even if you can't use the name stamp by reading the message “Please wait for a while with another pen or stamp”. For example, it can be recognized that editing can be performed using the stamps 531-11 to 531-13. Further, the user can operate other tabs 5311-2 to 511-6 to display stamps (editing tools) in other tabs and use the stamps (not shown). Can be recognized. Therefore, since it is possible to continue editing the graffiti using other stamps or the like, it becomes possible to eliminate time to be bored.

  While such a message and other stamps are displayed, the processing in step S108 is executed. In step S108, it is determined whether or not the correction of the stamp in the tab has been completed in step S108. The process of step S108 is repeated until it is determined that the correction of the stamp in the tab has been completed. Further, since the process of step S107 is also continuously performed, the message as shown in FIG. 20 is continuously displayed. However, when the user views the displayed message and switches to another tab or switches to another tool, the display in the content palette 416-1 is switched according to the instruction.

  In the display state as shown in FIG. 20, it is assumed that the display of the same tab as the content palette 416-1 is instructed by an instruction from the user using the content palette 416-2. When tabs including information to be edited are displayed on the left and right content palettes 416-1 and 416-2, a message as shown in FIG. 21 is displayed. That is, in this case, a message such as “My neighbor is in the process of correcting you! Wait a moment” is displayed in the content palette 416-2.

  Also, when the message as shown in FIGS. 20 and 21 is displayed, if the user views the message and edits the graffiti using another pen or stamp, for example, FIG. The screen is as shown in. The edited image A displayed on the edited image display unit 412-1 shown in FIG. 22 is “LOVE” as compared with the edited image A displayed on the edited image display unit 412-1 shown in FIG. It is an image with letters and heart marks. As described above, when the correction of the stamp is performed, the stamp that does not need to be corrected is used for the graffiti. On the other hand, in step S108, it is determined that the correction of the stamp in the tab has been completed. Then, the process proceeds to step S109.

  In step S109, it is determined whether or not the touch pen 63-1 has left the screen. As described above, the user can instruct correction of information, and editing can be performed using the touch pen 63-1 while the correction is being performed. Whether or not the editing has been completed is determined by determining whether or not the pen has left the screen. In step S109, if it is determined that the pen is not away from the screen, in other words, if it is determined that the user is editing, the processing corresponding to the editing is continuously performed. If it is determined in step S109 that the pen has left the screen, the process proceeds to step S110.

  In step S110, the display is switched to the corrected tab. FIG. 22 shows a state where a corrected tab is displayed. Referring to FIG. 22, among the stamps in content palette 416-1, a stamp including information “Naoki” is corrected to a stamp including information “Kunihiko”. The fact that the user has corrected the information such as the name is considered to be desired to use the stamp. Therefore, when the correction is completed, in other words, when the stamp that the user desires to use is ready for use, it is necessary to search for the stamp that the user wanted to use by providing it to the user. Ease of use can be improved.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 22, the corrected stamp is displayed, and when the graffiti editing is performed using the corrected stamp, a screen as shown in FIG. 23 is displayed. In the screen example shown in FIG. 23, the edited image A displayed on the edited image display unit 412-1 is subjected to the graffiti editing with the corrected stamp displayed on the content palette 416-1. Yes. In this way, correction can be performed using the corrected stamp.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 23, there is a stamp including information “Naoki” in the content palette 416-2. The content palette 416-1 and the content palette 416-2 are in a state where different tabs are opened. As described above, since one tab is modified, the modified stamp is displayed on the stamp in the content palette 416-1. As shown in FIG. 23, the stamp is not modified, that is, in this case, a stamp including information such as “Naoki”.

  As described above, by correcting one tab, it is possible to shorten the time for correcting the stamp that the user desires to use. In addition, by making it possible to use other stamps during the time when corrections are being made, it becomes possible to eliminate the time that the user feels bored.

  In the above-described embodiment, as described with reference to FIGS. 16 and 17, the correction pallet 601 is opened and correction is performed. When information such as a name to be corrected is input before editing is started, for example, as described above, the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 that can be edited with the left and right content palettes 416, respectively. In this case, the left and right content palettes 416 can be configured to allow the user to input information.

  When the user inputs information on the left and right, for example, when the “name correction” button 521 of the content palette 416-1 displayed on the left side is operated, the palette 601 is opened on the content palette 416-1. The information to be corrected in the palette 601 can be information input on the left screen before starting editing. Similarly, when the “name correction” button 522 of the content palette 416-2 displayed on the right side is operated, the palette 601 is opened on the content palette 416-2, and information to be corrected in the palette 601 is displayed. Can be the information entered on the right screen before the start of editing.

  That is, when information is input, it is determined whether the information is input on the left or right side of the editing screen. When correction is instructed at a later time, the correction is instructed (left side or right side). ), And based on the determination result, any information determined on the left and right can be corrected.

  Further, for example, the determination on the left and right is performed in the same manner as described above, and after the determined user's name is corrected, the name of the other person who has not been determined may be corrected. . For example, a button “correct next person's name” may be displayed, and when the button is operated, a screen may be displayed in which the name of the other person who has not been determined can be corrected.

  Further, when the name of the first person is corrected and the “determine” button 618 (FIG. 17) is operated, the screen may change to a screen where the name of the second person can be corrected. Furthermore, it is possible to display the names of two persons determined on the left and right on one screen and correct the names of the two persons on the screen.

  As yet another form, when the “name correction” button 521 (522) is operated, if the stamp where the anchor is located is a stamp including the name of one person, the name of the one person can be corrected. When a correction screen (for example, pallet 601) is displayed and the stamp includes names for two people, a correction screen that can correct the names of the two people may be displayed. In addition, when a correction screen that can correct the name of the second person is displayed, as in the case described above, after the name of the first person is corrected, the screen that can correct the name of the second person is displayed according to the user's instruction. You may make it change, you may make it change irrespective of a user's instruction | indication, and may make it possible to correct the name for two persons on one screen.

[Second Embodiment]
Next, a second embodiment will be described. FIG. 24 is a flowchart for explaining processing related to correction of a name or the like in the second embodiment. Since the processing of steps S131 to S138 is performed in the same manner as the processing of steps S101 to S108 in the flowchart of FIG. 15 in the first embodiment, the description thereof is omitted.

  If it is determined in step S138 that the correction of the stamp in the tab has been completed, the process proceeds to step S139. In step S139, a message is displayed. FIG. 25 shows a screen example when a message is displayed. The user edits using other stamps until the corrected information is reflected. In the example shown in FIG. 25, in the content palette 416-1 ′, the tool “pen” is selected, the tab “marker” is selected, and the stamp displayed in the tab is used to edit the edited image A. Is being edited.

  In such a state, when correction of the stamp in the tab including the stamp instructed to be corrected is completed, a message 701 is displayed on the content palette 416-1 ′ as shown in FIG. . In the example shown in FIG. 25, a message 701 “Your name stamp has been changed” is displayed. By displaying such a message, the user can recognize that the correction of the stamp instructed to be corrected has been completed and is ready for use. Then, when the message 701 is operated after the recognition, the user instructs correction, and the display is switched to the tab including the stamp reflecting the correction.

  That is, in step S140, it is determined whether or not the message 701 has been operated. Until it is determined that the message 701 has been operated, a process in response to the instruction from the user is executed, and when it is determined that the message 701 has been operated, The process proceeds to S141, and the display is switched to the display of the corrected tab.

  When the tab is switched, for example, as shown in FIG. 23, a tab including a modified stamp, in this case, a stamp including information “Kunihiko” is opened. Since the user can display the desired stamp only by operating the message 701, it is possible to eliminate the need to search for the desired stamp and improve usability. It becomes.

  Here, it has been described that the message 701 is displayed only on the side instructing the correction, in this case, on the content palette 416-1 side, but the message 701 is also displayed on the content palette 416-2 side. It may be.

  Also in the second embodiment, while correction is performed on a stamp instructed to be corrected by a user's instruction, the waiting time is eliminated by making other stamps available, thereby eliminating the boring time. It is possible to prevent the occurrence. Further, processing is limited to the stamps in one tab, so that the processing time can be shortened, and the desired stamp can be provided to the user in as short a time as possible. In addition, a desired stamp can be displayed simply by displaying and operating the message 701, so that the usability can be improved.

[About the third embodiment]
Next, a third embodiment will be described. FIG. 26 is a flowchart for explaining processing relating to correction of a name or the like in the third embodiment. Since the processing of steps S161 to S165 is performed in the same manner as the processing of steps S101 to S105 in the flowchart of FIG. 15 in the first embodiment, the description thereof is omitted.

  When correction is accepted in step S165 and a correction of information is instructed from the user, the process proceeds to step S166 and correction of the stamp is started. In the third embodiment, the correction of the stamp is started from the stamp where the anchor is located. For example, if there is an anchor on a stamp 531-5 labeled “Naoki” in the content palette 416-1 shown in FIG. Correction starts from -5.

  The user desires to use the stamp 531-5, but since the information (name) is different, it is considered that the user desires to correct his information (name). Since it is considered that the user has used the stamp 531-5 among the plurality of displayed stamps, the correction is started from this stamp 531-5.

  In step S167, the corrected stamps are sequentially displayed. In this example, the correction is started from the stamp 531-5, and when the correction of the stamp 531-5 is completed, the corrected stamp 531-5 is displayed. Thereafter, any order may be used. For example, the stamp 531-6 arranged below the stamp 531-5 is corrected, and displayed when the correction is completed. In this way, corrections are sequentially made and displayed one by one.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 27, first, the stamp 531-5 where the anchor is located is corrected from “Naoki” to “Kunihiko” and displayed. Stamps that have been modified and stamps that do not require modification are available stamps at that time. The stamp that can be used is displayed so that the user can recognize that it can be used, and the stamp that cannot be used cannot be used because it is displayed in gray or shaded. A display that makes the user recognize this is performed.

  When the correction for the stamp 531-6 is further completed, the display is switched to a usable state display as shown in FIG. In this way, the display is sequentially switched to a display where the corrected stamp can be used.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of FIG. 26, the corrected stamps are sequentially displayed in step S167, and in step S168, it is determined whether or not the operated stamp is a corrected stamp. The user can use a stamp that has been corrected, a stamp that has not been corrected, and other tools. In such a state, it is determined whether or not the operated stamp is a corrected stamp.

  Here, the description will be made on the assumption that it is determined whether or not the stamp has been corrected. However, a stamp other than the stamp that has been corrected and has not been corrected, and when the tool is operated, Processing corresponding to the tool is performed.

  If it is determined in step S168 that the operated stamp is not a corrected stamp, in other words, it is a stamp that is a correction target, and the correction has not yet been completed. If it is determined that the stamp that has been operated has been operated, the process proceeds to step S169. In step S169, a message is displayed. Similar to the first and second embodiments, this message is a message that prompts the user to recognize that correction is in progress and to use another stamp. For example, a message as shown in FIG.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in step S168 that the operated stamp is a corrected stamp, the process proceeds to step S170. In step S170, editing is performed with the operated stamp. As described above, if the stamp has been corrected, editing can be performed at the time when the stamp is operated. By sequentially correcting the stamps that the user would like to use, such stamps that the user wants to use can be immediately corrected and made usable. In addition, even if the stamp that is immediately modified is different from the stamp that the user wants to use, the modified stamp or other stamps can be used, so that the user can be prevented from being bored. It becomes.

  While such processing is being performed, it is determined in step S171 whether or not the correction of the stamp in the tab has been completed. Until it is determined that the correction of the stamp in the tab has been completed, the process returns to step S168, and the subsequent processes are repeated. Then, when it is determined that the correction of the stamp in the tab has been completed, the processing of the flowchart shown in FIG. 26 is terminated.

  Also in the third embodiment, while correction is performed on a stamp instructed to be corrected by a user's instruction, the waiting time is eliminated by making other stamps available so that the boring time is reduced. It is possible to prevent the occurrence. In addition, by sequentially adding corrected stamps to the usable stamps, it becomes possible to provide the user with a desired stamp in as short a time as possible. Further, since the corrected stamps are sequentially displayed, it is not necessary to search for a desired stamp, and usability can be improved.

[About other content palettes]
In the above-described embodiment, the case where the information on the name is corrected has been described as an example. However, in order to provide the user with expectations and surprises in addition to the name, a user-specific stamp is prepared based on the user's information, and a stamp generated based on the user's information is used. Also, the above-described embodiment can be applied.

  Here are some examples: FIG. 29 is an example of a stamp including information related to a birthday. The content palette 416 shown in FIG. 29 is an example when the tab “birthday” when the friend course is selected is opened. On the left side in the content palette 416, a column 801 for inputting a birthday and a number display portion 802 for displaying a number for inputting the birthday are displayed. On the right side in the content palette 416, a plurality of stamps including birthday information are displayed.

  Similarly, FIG. 30 is an example of a stamp including information related to a birthday. The content palette 416 shown in FIG. 30 is an example when the tab “Anniversary” when the couple course is selected is opened. On the left side in the content palette 416, a column 821 for inputting the anniversary date and a number display portion 822 for displaying a number for inputting the anniversary date are displayed. On the right side in the content palette 416, a plurality of stamps including anniversary information are displayed.

  Such birthdays and anniversaries differ from user to user, and it is necessary to generate a stamp when the user inputs information. Therefore, as in the case of the name described above, when the stamp related to information such as a birthday or anniversary is modified, the above-described embodiment is applied so that the user is not bored. In addition, the editing operation can be continued.

  Another example is a content palette 416 as shown in FIG. A content palette 416 shown in FIG. 31 is an example of a stamp including information about words. The content palette 416 shown in FIG. 31 is an example when the tab “Falling balloon” is open when the friend course is selected. On the upper side of the content palette 416, a button 841 “character correction” is displayed. Below the content palette 416, a plurality of stamps including information about words is displayed.

  Similarly, FIG. 32 is an example of a stamp including information about words. The content palette 416 shown in FIG. 32 is an example when the tab “matching speech bubbles” when the couple course is selected is opened. On the upper side of the content palette 416, a button 861 “character correction” is displayed. Below the content palette 416, a plurality of stamps including information about words is displayed.

  The stamps containing the information about the words shown in FIG. 31 and FIG. 32 are stamps in which a favorite word can be put in a predetermined frame called a balloon, and a stamp of words put in by default may be used. However, when the “character correction” button 841 or the button 861 is operated, for example, a correction palette such as the palette 601 shown in FIG. 16 is opened, and the words displayed in a predetermined balloon can be corrected. . The modified stamp is then provided to the user.

  The words to be included in the balloon differ from user to user, and it is necessary to generate a stamp when the user inputs information. Therefore, as in the case of the name described above, when the stamp related to information such as words is modified, the above-described embodiment is applied, and the editing operation is performed so that the user is not bored. Is configured to continue.

  Although not shown, in addition to the above, the present technology can also be applied to cases where stamp images such as age, constellation, and zodiac signs are generated and provided to the user side.

  As described above, according to the present technology, it is possible to eliminate time when the user is bored.

  In the above-described embodiment, the case where the present technology is applied to a photo sticker creating apparatus has been described as an example. However, the application of the present technology is not limited to an apparatus that provides a product to a user as a photo sticker. For example, the present technology can be applied even to an apparatus that provides a user with a product by transmitting an edited image to a user such as a mobile phone or a personal computer.

  By the way, the above-described series of processes can be executed by hardware or can be executed by software. When the above-described series of processing is executed by software, a program constituting the software is installed from a network or a recording medium.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 8, the recording medium is distributed to distribute the program to the administrator of the photo sticker creating apparatus 1 separately from the apparatus main body, and is a magnetic disk (flexible disk) on which the program is recorded. Disk), optical disk (including CD-ROM and DVD), magneto-optical disk (including MD), or removable media 105 made of semiconductor memory, etc., but also pre-installed in the device body The ROM 106 in which the program is recorded and the hard disk included in the storage unit 102 are distributed to the administrator.

  In the present specification, the step of describing the program recorded on the recording medium is not limited to the processing performed in chronological order according to the described order, but is not necessarily performed in chronological order. It also includes processes that are executed individually.

  In the above, the printing medium is not limited to sticker paper or photographic paper. For example, printing on a predetermined size of paper or film, poster paper, a card such as a telephone card, or a cloth such as a T-shirt. You may make it do.

  Further, in this specification, the system represents the entire apparatus constituted by a plurality of apparatuses. In the above, the configuration described as one device may be divided and configured as a plurality of devices. Conversely, the configurations described above as a plurality of devices may be combined into a single device. Of course, configurations other than those described above may be added to the configuration of each device. Furthermore, if the configuration and operation of the entire system are substantially the same, a part of the configuration of a certain device may be included in the configuration of another device.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Photo sticker creation apparatus 12 Imaging unit 13 Editing unit 101 Control part 112 Image | photographing part 113 Editing part 202 Image | photographing process part 203 Editing process part 204 Print processing part 205 Subsequent customer service process part 213 Input reception control part 214 Edit screen display control part 215 Graffiti Edit processing unit 416 Content palette 431 Stamp

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An image editing apparatus for photographing a user as a subject and allowing the user to perform graffiti editing input on the obtained image,
Photographing means for photographing the user as a subject and obtaining a photographed image;
Screen display control means for controlling display of an edit screen including an edit image on which the graffiti edit input is performed;
Input receiving means for receiving the doodle editing input for the edited image displayed on the editing screen;
Editing means for editing the edited image based on the accepted graffiti editing input, and
The tool for editing the graffiti on the editing screen is composed of a plurality of tabs classified for each category, and a plurality of compositing images for each tab,
When correction is instructed for the composition image that can be corrected by the user's instruction, the composition image in the tab including the composition image is targeted for correction, correction is performed, and the composite image after correction is performed. An image editing device that provides users with information. The image editing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein while the correction is being performed, a message that prompts the user to recognize that the correction has been performed and to prompt use of another composition image is displayed. When it is determined that all the compositing images to be corrected have been corrected and use of the other compositing images has been completed, the correction image is displayed on the tab including the compositing image that has been corrected. The image editing apparatus according to claim 1 or 2. When a correction is made on all the images for synthesis that are the correction target, a message for allowing the user to recognize that is displayed in the editing screen,
The image editing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein when the message is operated, the display is switched to the tab including the composite image that has been corrected. The image editing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein the image editing device is provided to the user in order from the composite image that has been corrected among the composite images that are the correction target. When a plurality of users are editing graffiti, and when one user is correcting the composite image, an operation is performed to instruct correction to the composite image for other users. The image editing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein a button to be displayed is not displayed. An image editing method of an image editing apparatus for photographing a user as a subject and performing graffiti editing input to the user for the obtained image,
A photographing step of photographing the user as a subject to obtain a photographed image;
A screen display control step for controlling display of an edit screen including an edit image on which the graffiti edit input is performed;
An input receiving step for receiving the doodle editing input for the edited image displayed on the editing screen;
Editing the edited image based on the accepted graffiti editing input; and
The tool for editing the graffiti on the editing screen is composed of a plurality of tabs classified for each category, and a plurality of compositing images for each tab,
When correction is instructed for the composition image that can be corrected by the user's instruction, the composition image in the tab including the composition image is targeted for correction, correction is performed, and the composite image after correction is performed. An image editing method that provides users with A program that causes a computer to execute a process of photographing a user as a subject and allowing the user to perform graffiti editing input on the obtained image,
A photographing step of photographing the user as a subject to obtain a photographed image;
A screen display control step for controlling display of an edit screen including an edit image on which the graffiti edit input is performed;
An input receiving step for receiving the doodle editing input for the edited image displayed on the editing screen;
Editing the edited image based on the accepted graffiti editing input; and
The tool for editing the graffiti on the editing screen is composed of a plurality of tabs classified for each category, and a plurality of compositing images for each tab,
When correction is instructed for the composition image that can be corrected by the user's instruction, the composition image in the tab including the composition image is targeted for correction, correction is performed, and the composite image after correction is performed. A program that provides users with

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