KR20110075551A - Method for operating 3d characters on mobile terminal - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A 3D character operating method of a mobile terminal is provided to map a 3D character on a specific item or a menu. CONSTITUTION: An input unit(130) receives an input of a user. According to the input, a control unit(180) selects or practices a particular item of a terminal. If a 3D character is mapped to corresponding item, the control unit controls the movement of a 3D character according to the preset property information. A display unit(151) displays the 3D character.

Description

How to Operate 3D Character of Mobile Terminal {METHOD FOR OPERATING 3D CHARACTERS ON MOBILE TERMINAL}

The present invention relates to a mobile terminal, and more particularly, to a three-dimensional character operation of the mobile terminal for setting and displaying the three-dimensional character.

A mobile terminal is a portable device that is portable and has one or more functions such as voice and video calling, information input and output, and data storage.

As the functions are diversified, the mobile terminal is equipped with complex functions such as taking a picture or video, playing a music or video file, playing a game, and receiving a broadcast, and is realized in the form of a comprehensive multimedia player. It is becoming.

In order to implement complex functions in these multimedia devices, various efforts have been made to develop a more convenient user interface (UI) environment in order to easily and easily operate the complex functions of the multimedia devices in terms of hardware or software. It is being tried.

As one of such efforts, a method of utilizing a three-dimensional character in a user interface has been considered.

An object of the present invention is to provide a method of operating a three-dimensional character of a mobile terminal for setting, displaying and operating a three-dimensional character in each function of the terminal.

Additional features and advantages of the invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. The objectives and other advantages of the present invention will be realized and attained by the structure particularly pointed out in the claims, as well as the following description and the annexed drawings.

The present invention implements a three-dimensional character operation method of the mobile terminal for setting and displaying the three-dimensional character in various functions of the terminal.

3D character operating method according to the present invention is to operate by mapping the 3D character to a specific item or menu (or function), or set to respond to the user's touch (or linked with the selection bar of the list) In addition, it provides a user with a kind of fun function while enhancing the convenience of the user interface.

In order to achieve the above object, the mobile terminal according to the present invention,

An input unit for receiving a user input and a control unit for selecting or executing a specific item of the terminal according to the input and controlling the movement of the 3D character according to preset attribute information when it is determined that the 3D character is mapped to the corresponding item And a display unit for displaying the three-dimensional character.

In order to achieve the above object, the three-dimensional character control method of the mobile terminal according to the present invention,

And setting a detailed property of the 3D character according to a user input, and controlling a movement of the 3D character according to the detail property when an object to which the 3D character is mapped is selected or executed.

In addition, in order to achieve the above object, the three-dimensional character control method of the mobile terminal according to the present invention,

A process of receiving a user input, selecting or executing a specific item of the terminal according to the input, checking whether a 3D character is mapped to the corresponding item, and if it is determined that the 3D character is mapped, a preset attribute And controlling the movement of the 3D character according to the information.

In addition, in order to achieve the above object, the three-dimensional character control method of the mobile terminal according to the present invention,

Setting a detailed property of the 3D character according to a user input, displaying a 3D character according to the detailed property, and moving the 3D character to the corresponding object when a specific object of the terminal is selected or touched Including the process.

Hereinafter, the configuration of a preferred mobile terminal of the present invention with reference to the drawings as follows. The suffixes "module" and "unit" for components used in the following description are merely given in consideration of ease of preparation of the present specification, and do not impart any particular meaning or role by themselves. Therefore, it should be noted that the "module" and "unit" may be used interchangeably with each other.

1 is a block diagram of a mobile terminal of the present invention.

The mobile terminal can be implemented in various forms. For example, a mobile terminal described in the present specification may be a mobile phone, a smart phone, a notebook computer, a digital broadcasting terminal, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a portable multimedia player (PMP), navigation, or the like. There are terminals and fixed terminals such as digital TVs, desktop computers and the like. In the following description, it is assumed that the terminal is a mobile terminal. However, it will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art that the configuration according to the following description may also be applied to the fixed terminal except for components specially configured for mobile use.

Referring to Figure 1, looking at the mobile terminal of the present invention from a functional point of view as follows.

The mobile terminal 100 includes a wireless communication unit 110, an A / V input unit 120, a user input unit 130, a sensing unit 140, an output unit 150, a memory unit 160, and an interface unit. It may include components such as the 170, the controller 180 and the power supply 190.

1 illustrates a mobile terminal having various components. However, not all illustrated components are required. The mobile terminal may be implemented by more components than the illustrated components, or the mobile terminal may be implemented by fewer components.

Hereinafter, the components will be described in order.

The wireless communication unit 110 may include one or more components for wireless communication between the mobile terminal 100 and a wireless communication system or wireless communication between the mobile terminal 100 and a network in which the mobile terminal 100 is located. For example, the wireless communication unit 110 may select at least one of the broadcast receiving module 111, the mobile communication module 112, the wireless internet module 113, the short range communication module 114, and the location information module 115. It may include.

The broadcast receiving module 111 receives a broadcast signal and / or broadcast related information from an external broadcast management server through a broadcast channel.

The broadcast channel may include a satellite channel and a terrestrial channel. The broadcast management server may mean a server that generates and transmits a broadcast signal and / or broadcast related information or a server that receives a previously generated broadcast signal and / or broadcast related information and transmits the same to a terminal. The broadcast related information may mean information related to a broadcast channel, a broadcast program, or a broadcast service provider. The broadcast signal may include not only a TV broadcast signal, a radio broadcast signal, and a data broadcast signal, but also a broadcast signal having a data broadcast signal combined with a TV broadcast signal or a radio broadcast signal.

The broadcast associated information may mean information related to a broadcast channel, a broadcast program, or a broadcast service provider. The broadcast related information may also be provided through a mobile communication network, and in this case, may be received by the mobile communication module 112.

The broadcast related information may exist in various forms. For example, it may exist in the form of Electronic Program Guide (EPG) of Digital Multimedia Broadcasting (DMB) or Electronic Service Guide (ESG) of Digital Video Broadcast-Handheld (DVB-H).

The broadcast receiving module 111 receives a broadcast signal using various broadcast systems, and in particular, digital multimedia broadcasting-terrestrial (DMB-T), digital multimedia broadcasting-satellite (DMB-S), and media forward link (MediaFLO). Digital broadcast signals may be received using digital broadcasting systems such as only), digital video broadcast-handheld (DVB-H), integrated services digital broadcast-terrestrial (ISDB-T), and the like. Of course, the broadcast receiving module 111 may be configured to be suitable for all broadcast systems providing broadcast signals as well as the digital broadcast system described above. The broadcast signal and / or broadcast related information received through the broadcast receiving module 111 may be stored in the memory 160.

The mobile communication module 112 transmits and receives a radio signal with at least one of a base station, an external terminal, and a server on a mobile communication network. The wireless signal may include various types of data according to transmission and reception of a voice call signal, a video call signal, or a text / multimedia message.

The wireless internet module 113 is for wireless internet access and may be embedded or external to the portable terminal. Wireless Internet technologies may include Wireless LAN (Wi-Fi), Wireless Broadband (Wibro), World Interoperability for Microwave Access (Wimax), High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA), and the like.

The short range communication module 114 refers to a module for short range communication. As a short range communication technology, Bluetooth, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), infrared data association (IrDA), Ultra Wideband (UWB), ZigBee, and the like may be used.

In addition, the location information module 115 is a module for checking or obtaining the location of the mobile terminal. One example is the Global Position System (GPS) module.

Referring to FIG. 1, the A / V input unit 120 is for inputting an audio signal or a video signal, and may include a camera 121 and a microphone 122. The camera 121 processes an image frame of a still image or a moving image obtained by an image sensor in a video call mode or a photographing mode. The processed image frame may be displayed on the display unit 151.

The image frame processed by the camera 121 may be stored in the memory 160 or transmitted to the outside through the wireless communication unit 110. Two or more cameras 121 may be provided according to a configuration aspect of the terminal.

The microphone 122 receives an external sound signal by a microphone in a call mode, a recording mode, a voice recognition mode, etc., and processes the external sound signal into electrical voice data. In the case of the call mode, the processed voice data may be converted into a form transmittable to the mobile communication base station through the mobile communication module 112 and output. The microphone 122 may have various noise removing algorithms for removing noise generated in the process of receiving an external sound signal.

The user input unit 130 generates input data for the user to control the operation of the terminal. The user input unit 130 may include a key pad, a dome switch, a touch pad (constant voltage / capacitance), a jog wheel, a jog switch, and the like. In particular, when the touch pad forms a mutual layer structure with the display unit 151 to be described later, this may be referred to as a touch screen.

The sensing unit 140 determines the current state of the mobile terminal 100 such as the open / closed state of the mobile terminal 100, the position of the mobile terminal 100, the presence or absence of user contact, the orientation of the mobile terminal, the acceleration / deceleration of the mobile terminal, and the like. Sensing and generating a sensing signal for controlling the operation of the mobile terminal 100. For example, if the mobile terminal 100 is in the form of a slide phone, it may sense whether the slide phone is opened or closed. In addition, the power supply unit 190 is responsible for the sensing function associated with whether or not the power supply, the interface unit 170 is coupled to the external device. The sensing unit 140 may include a gyro sensor (or G-sensor, not shown) or a proximity sensor 141. The proximity sensor 141 will be described later with reference to a touch screen.

The interface unit 170 performs a role of a passage with all external devices connected to the mobile terminal 100. The interface unit 170 receives data from an external device, receives power, transfers the power to each component inside the mobile terminal 100, or transmits the data inside the mobile terminal 100 to an external device. For example, a wired / wireless headset port, an external charger port, a wired / wireless data port, a memory card port, a port for connecting a device having an identification module, an audio I / O port, A video input / output (I / O) port, an earphone port, and the like may be included in the interface unit 170.

Here, the identification module is a chip that stores a variety of information for authenticating the use authority of the mobile terminal 100, a user identification module (UIM), Subscriber Identify Module (SIM) '), A Universal Subscriber Identity Module ("USIM"), and the like. In addition, the device equipped with the identification module (hereinafter, 'identification device') may be manufactured in the form of a smart card. Therefore, the identification device may be connected to the terminal 100 through a port.

In addition, when the mobile terminal 100 is connected to an external cradle, the interface unit 170 serves as a passage through which power from the cradle is supplied to the mobile terminal 100 or inputted from the cradle by a user. Various command signals may be a passage for transmitting to the mobile terminal. Various command signals or power input from the cradle may be operated as signals for recognizing that the mobile terminal is correctly mounted on the cradle.

The output unit 150 is for generating an output related to visual, auditory or tactile senses, and includes the display unit 151, the audio output module 152, the alarm unit 153, and the haptic module 154. Can be.

The display unit 151 displays and outputs information processed by the mobile terminal 100. For example, when the mobile terminal is in a call mode, the mobile terminal displays a user interface (UI) or a graphic user interface (GUI) related to the call. When the mobile terminal 100 is in a video call mode or a photographing mode, the mobile terminal 100 displays a photographed and / or received image, a UI, or a GUI.

The display unit 151 may be a liquid crystal display, a thin film transistor-liquid crystal display, an organic light-emitting diode, a flexible display, or a three-dimensional display. 3D display). Some of these displays can be configured to be transparent or light transmissive so that they can be seen from the outside. This may be referred to as a transparent display. A representative example of the transparent display is a transparent organic light emitting diode (TOLED). The rear structure of the display unit 151 may also be configured as a light transmissive structure. With this structure, the user can see the object located behind the terminal body through the area occupied by the display 151 of the terminal body.

In addition, two or more display units 151 may exist according to the implementation form of the mobile terminal 100. For example, a plurality of display units may be spaced apart or integrally disposed on one surface of the mobile terminal 100, or may be disposed on different surfaces.

When the display unit 151 and a sensor for detecting a touch operation (hereinafter, referred to as a touch sensor) form a mutual layer structure (hereinafter referred to as a touch screen), the display unit 151 is an output device. It can also be used as an input device. The touch sensor may have, for example, a form of a touch film, a touch sheet, a touch pad, or the like.

The touch sensor may be configured to convert a change in pressure applied to a specific portion of the display unit 151 or capacitance generated in a specific portion of the display unit 151 into an electrical input signal. The touch sensor may be configured to detect not only the position and area of the touch but also the pressure at the touch.

If there is a touch input to the touch sensor, the corresponding signal (s) is sent to the touch controller. The touch controller processes the signal (s) and then transmits the corresponding data to the controller 180. As a result, the controller 180 can know which area of the display unit 151 is touched.

Referring to FIG. 1, a proximity sensor 141 may be disposed in an inner region of the mobile terminal or in the vicinity of the touch screen, which is surrounded by the touch screen. The proximity sensor refers to a sensor that detects the presence or absence of an object approaching a predetermined detection surface or an object present in the vicinity without using a mechanical contact by using an electromagnetic force or infrared rays. Proximity sensors have a longer life and higher utilization than touch sensors.

Examples of the proximity sensor 141 include a transmission photoelectric sensor, a direct reflection photoelectric sensor, a mirror reflection photoelectric sensor, a high frequency oscillation proximity sensor, a capacitive proximity sensor, a magnetic proximity sensor, and an infrared proximity sensor. Even when the proximity sensor 141 is not firmly mounted, when the touch screen is capacitive, the proximity sensor 141 is configured to detect the proximity of the pointer by a change in an electric field according to the proximity of the pointer. In this case, the touch screen (touch sensor) may be classified as a proximity sensor.

Hereinafter, for convenience of explanation, the act of allowing the pointer to be recognized on the touch screen so that the pointer is located on the touch screen is referred to as a "proximity touch", and the pointer on the touch screen is referred to as "proximity touch". The act of actually contacting will be referred to as "contact touch". In addition, the position of the proximity touch with the pointer on the touch screen refers to a position where the pointer is perpendicular to the touch screen when the pointer is in proximity touch.

The proximity sensor 141 detects a proximity touch and a proximity touch pattern (for example, a proximity touch distance, a proximity touch direction, a proximity touch speed, a proximity touch time, a proximity touch position, and a proximity touch movement state). Information corresponding to the sensed proximity touch operation and proximity touch pattern may be output on the touch screen.

The sound output module 152 outputs audio data received from the wireless communication unit 110 or stored in the memory 160 in a call signal reception, a call mode or a recording mode, a voice recognition mode, a broadcast reception mode, and the like. In addition, the sound output module 152 outputs a sound signal related to a function (eg, a call signal reception sound, a message reception sound, etc.) performed by the mobile terminal 100. The sound output module 152 may include a receiver, a speaker, a buzzer, and the like.

The alarm unit 153 outputs a signal for notifying occurrence of an event of the mobile terminal 100. Examples of the event include call signal reception, message reception, key signal input, and touch input. The alarm unit 153 may output a signal for notifying occurrence of an event by, for example, vibration in another form besides an audio signal or a video signal. The video signal or the audio signal may also be output through the display unit 151 or the audio output module 152, so that they 151 and 152 may be classified as part of the alarm unit 153.

The haptic module 154 generates various tactile effects that the user can feel. Vibration is a representative example of the haptic effect generated by the haptic module 154. The intensity and pattern of vibration generated by the haptic module 154 can be controlled. For example, different vibrations may be synthesized and output or may be sequentially output.

In addition to vibration, the haptic module 154 may be configured to provide a pin array that vertically moves with respect to the contact skin surface, a jetting force or suction force of air through the jetting or suction port, grazing to the skin surface, contact of the electrode, electrostatic force, and the like. Various tactile effects can be generated, such as effects by the endothermic and the reproduction of a sense of cold using the elements capable of endotherm or heat generation.

The haptic module 154 may not only deliver the haptic effect through direct contact, but also may implement the user to feel the haptic effect through a muscle sense such as a finger or an arm. Two or more haptic modules 154 may be provided according to a configuration aspect of the mobile terminal 100.

The memory 160 may store a program for processing and controlling the controller 180, and a function for temporarily storing input / output data (for example, a phone book, a message, a still image, a video, etc.). You can also do In addition, the memory 160 may store data on vibration and sound of various patterns output when a touch input on the touch screen is performed.

The memory 160 may be a flash memory type, a hard disk type, a multimedia card micro type, a card type memory (for example, SD or XD memory), RAM Random Access Memory (RAM) Static Random Access Memory (SRAM), Read-Only Memory (ROM), Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM), Programmable Read-Only Memory (PROM) magnetic memory, At least one type of storage medium may be included in the optical disc. In addition, the mobile terminal 100 may operate a web storage that performs a storage function of the memory 150 on the Internet.

The controller 180 typically controls the overall operation of the mobile terminal. Perform related control and processing for voice calls, data communications, video calls, etc. In addition, the control unit 180 may include a multimedia module 181 for multimedia playback. The multimedia module 181 may be implemented in the controller 180 or may be implemented separately from the controller 180.

The controller 180 may perform a pattern recognition process for recognizing a writing input or a drawing input performed on the touch screen as text and an image, respectively.

The power supply unit 190 receives an external power source and an internal power source under the control of the controller 180 to supply power for operation of each component.

The various embodiments described herein may be implemented in a computer readable recording medium using, for example, software, hardware or a combination thereof.

According to a hardware implementation, the embodiments described herein include application specific integrated circuits (ASICs), digital signal processors (DSPs), digital signal processing devices (DSPDs), programmable logic devices (PLDs), field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), and the like. It may be implemented using at least one of a processor, controllers, micro-controllers, microprocessors, and electrical units for performing the functions. Example embodiments may be implemented by the controller 180 itself.

According to the software implementation, embodiments such as the procedures and functions described herein may be implemented as separate software modules. Each of the software modules may perform one or more functions and operations described herein. Software code can be implemented in a software application written in a suitable programming language. The software code may be stored in the memory 160 and executed by the controller 180.

In the above, the internal components of the mobile terminal related to the present invention have been described from a functional point of view. Next, with reference to Figures 2 and 3, we will look at the external components of the mobile terminal related to the present invention from a functional point of view. Hereinafter, for simplicity, a bar type mobile terminal is described as an example among various types of mobile terminals such as a folder type, a bar type, a swing type, a slider type, and the like. This does not mean that the present invention is limited to a bar type mobile terminal, and may be applied to all types of mobile terminals including the above-described type.

2A is a front perspective view of an example of a mobile terminal or a portable terminal according to the present invention.

The disclosed portable terminal 100 has a terminal body in the form of a bar. However, the present invention is not limited thereto and may be applied to various structures such as a slide type, a folder type, a swing type, a swivel type, and two or more bodies are coupled to be relatively movable.

The body includes a casing (casing, housing, cover, etc.) that forms an exterior. In this embodiment, the case may be divided into a front case 101 and a rear case 102. Various electronic components are built in the space formed between the front case 101 and the rear case 102. At least one intermediate case may be further disposed between the front case 101 and the rear case 102.

The cases may be formed by injecting synthetic resin or may be formed of a metal material, for example, a metal material such as stainless steel (STS) or titanium (Ti).

The display unit 151, the audio output unit 152, the camera 121, the user input units 130/131 and 132, the microphone 122, and the interface 170 may be disposed in the terminal body, mainly the front case 101. have.

The display unit 151 occupies most of the main surface of the front case 101. A sound output unit 151 and a camera 121 are disposed in an area adjacent to one end of both ends of the display unit 151 and a user input unit 131 and a microphone 122 are disposed in an area adjacent to the other end. The user input unit 132 and the interface 170 may be disposed on side surfaces of the front case 101 and the rear case 102.

The user input unit 130 is manipulated to receive a command for controlling the operation of the portable terminal 100 and may include a plurality of operation units 131 and 132. The manipulation units 131 and 132 may also be collectively referred to as manipulating portions, and may be employed in any manner as long as the user operates the tactile manner with a tactile feeling.

Content input by the first or second manipulation units 131 and 132 may be variously set. For example, the first operation unit 131 receives commands such as start, end, scroll, and the like, and the second operation unit 132 controls the size of the sound output from the sound output unit 152 or the size of the sound output from the display unit 151 To the touch recognition mode of the touch screen.

FIG. 2B is a rear perspective view of the portable terminal shown in FIG. 2A.

Referring to FIG. 2B, a camera 121 ′ may be additionally mounted on the rear of the terminal body, that is, the rear case 102. The camera 121 'may have a photographing direction substantially opposite to the camera 121 (see FIG. 2A), and may be a camera having different pixels from the camera 121.

For example, the camera 121 has a low pixel so that the user's face is photographed and transmitted to the counterpart in case of a video call, and the camera 121 'photographs a general subject and does not transmit it immediately. It is desirable to have a high pixel because there are many. The cameras 121 and 121 'may be installed in the terminal body so as to be rotatable or pop-upable.

A flash 123 and a mirror 124 are further disposed adjacent to the camera 121 '. The flash 123 shines light toward the subject when the subject is photographed by the camera 121 '. The mirror 124 allows the user to see his / her own face or the like when photographing (self-photographing) the user using the camera 121 '.

The sound output unit 152 'may be further disposed on the rear surface of the terminal body. The sound output unit 152 ′ may implement a stereo function together with the sound output unit 152 (see FIG. 2A), and may be used to implement a speakerphone mode during a call.

In addition to the antenna for a call or the like, a broadcast signal reception antenna 124 may be additionally disposed on the side of the terminal body. The antenna 124 constituting a part of the broadcast receiving module 111 (see FIG. 1) may be installed to be able to be drawn out from the terminal body.

The terminal body is equipped with a power supply unit 190 for supplying power to the portable terminal 100. The power supply unit 190 may be embedded in the terminal body or may be directly detachable from the outside of the terminal body.

The rear case 102 may be further equipped with a touch pad 135 for sensing a touch. Like the display unit 151, the touch pad 135 may also be configured to have a light transmission type. In this case, if the display unit 151 is configured to output visual information from both sides, the visual information may be recognized through the touch pad 135. The information output on both surfaces may be controlled by the touch pad 135. Alternatively, a display may be additionally mounted on the touch pad 135, and a touch screen may be disposed on the rear case 102 as well.

The touch pad 135 operates in association with the display unit 151 of the front case 101. The touch pad 135 may be disposed in parallel to the rear of the display unit 151. The touch pad 135 may have the same or smaller size as the display unit 151.

3 is a conceptual diagram illustrating a proximity depth of a proximity sensor.

As shown in FIG. 3, when a pointer such as a user's finger or pen approaches the touch screen, the proximity sensor 141 disposed in or near the touch screen detects this and outputs a proximity signal.

The proximity sensor 141 may be configured to output different proximity signals according to a distance between the proximity touched pointer and the touch screen (hereinafter, referred to as “proximity depth”).

In FIG. 3, for example, a cross section of a touch screen on which three proximity sensors capable of sensing three proximity depths is disposed is illustrated. Of course, proximity sensors that detect less than three or more than four proximity depths are also possible.

Specifically, when the pointer is completely in contact with the touch screen (d0), it is recognized as a contact touch. When the pointer is positioned below the distance d1 on the touch screen, the pointer is recognized as a proximity touch having a first proximity depth. When the pointer is spaced apart from the distance d1 or more and less than d2 on the touch screen, the pointer is recognized as a proximity touch of a second proximity depth. When the pointer is spaced apart from the distance d2 or more and less than d3 on the touch screen, the pointer is recognized as a proximity touch of a third proximity depth. When the pointer is positioned more than d3 distance away from the touch screen, the proximity touch is recognized as released.

Accordingly, the controller 180 may recognize the proximity touch as various input signals according to the proximity depth and the proximity position of the pointer, and perform various operation control according to the various input signals.

4A and 4B are views referred to for describing a proximity touch recognition region where a proximity signal is detected and a haptic region where a haptic effect occurs.

4A shows an object such as an icon or a menu item in a circle for convenience of description. The region in which the object is displayed on the display unit 151 may be divided into a first region A in the center and a second region B surrounding the center, as shown in FIG. 4A. The first region A and the second region B may be configured to generate a tactile effect having different intensities or patterns. For example, when the second region B is touched, the first vibration may be output, and when the first region A is touched, the second vibration may be output in greater than the first vibration.

When the proximity touch recognition area and the haptic area are to be simultaneously set in the area where the object is displayed, the haptic area where the haptic effect is generated and the proximity touch recognition area where the proximity signal is detected may be set differently. That is, the haptic area may be set narrower than the proximity touch recognition area or the haptic area may be set wider than the proximity touch recognition area. For example, in FIG. 4A, a region including the first region A and the second region B may be set as a proximity touch recognition region, and the first region A may be set as a haptic region.

As shown in Fig. 4A (b), the area in which the object is displayed is divided into three areas A, B, and C, or as shown in Fig. 4A (c), N (N> 4). It can also be divided into three areas. Each divided area may be configured to generate a tactile effect having different intensities or patterns. Even when the area in which one object is displayed is divided into three or more areas, the haptic area and the proximity touch recognition area may be set differently according to the use environment.

The display unit 151 may be configured such that the size of the proximity touch recognition region varies depending on the proximity depth. That is, as shown in (a) of FIG. 4B, the corresponding proximity touch recognition region is gradually reduced to 'C', 'B', and 'A' according to the proximity depth to the display unit 151, Alternatively, the corresponding proximity touch recognition region may be gradually enlarged according to the depth of proximity to the display unit 151. Even in this case, the haptic region may be set to a constant size regardless of the depth of proximity to the display unit 151, as in the 'H' region illustrated in FIG. 4B (b).

In the case of dividing the region where the object is displayed for setting the haptic region or the proximity touch recognition region, in addition to the concentric division as shown in FIG. 4A, the division in the horizontal or vertical direction, the radial division, and a combination thereof Various methods, such as division, can be used.

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

An object of the present invention is to implement a three-dimensional character operating method of a mobile terminal for setting and displaying a three-dimensional character (or 3D character) to each function of the terminal, such as a voice call, video call, message, phone book. 3D (3-Dimension) is synonymous with three-dimensional, hereinafter, the present invention uses two terms ('three-dimensional' & '3D').

Hereinafter, the present invention provides a method for setting and displaying (or operating) a 3D character in a phone book or a specific item related to the phone book (for example, a phone book widget, a speed dial list, a specific voice call, a video call, a message, etc.). The first embodiment and the second embodiment for setting and displaying (or operating) a three-dimensional character having a function such as a cursor will be described.

First, a method of operating a 3D character according to a first embodiment of the present invention will be described.

5 is a view illustrating a 3D character setting according to a first embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 5A is a diagram illustrating a method of setting a 3D character in a phone book widget.

As shown in FIG. 5A, a plurality of phone book widgets are displayed on the terminal idle screen, and when a user selects a specific widget while the phone book widgets are displayed, a predetermined pop-up window for setting a 3D character of the widget (eg : 'New Photo', 'Character', 'My Image', etc.) are displayed.

When the user selects a 3D character setting item (eg, 'Character') of the popup window, a 3D character setting screen, that is, a UI (User Interface) for character setting is displayed. As shown in FIG. 6, the user sets a face shape, a hair style, eyes, a nose, a mouth, etc. of the character through the UI, and displays, highlights, and the like. Various effects that can be applied to the motion of a 3D character such as 'disappear' and 'move path' can be set.

6 a) to d) show effects applicable to the motion of a three-dimensional character.

Among the effect setting items, 'appearance' relates to a method of appearance of a 3D character, and as shown in FIG. 6A, 'flying', 'diamond type', 'checkerboard', 'blind' It provides various detailed setting items such as 'square' and 'user setting'. The user can produce the screen appearance of the character in various ways depending on which detail item is set.

The 'emphasis' is for emphasizing the 3D character itself, and provides detailed setting items such as 'zoom in', 'zoom out', 'rotation' and 'user setting' as shown in b) of FIG.

The 'disappearing' relates to a method of leaving the 3D character off the screen, as shown in c) of Figure 6 'not set', 'flying', 'diamond type', 'checkerboard', ' It provides detailed setting items such as 'blind', 'rectangle' and 'user setting'.

The 'movement path' relates to a method of representing the movement of the 3D character on the screen, as shown in d) of FIG. 6, 'down', 'down right', 'up right', 'right' It provides detailed setting items such as 'left', 'up', random and 'custom' (draw path).

Also, in the process of selecting the 3D character setting item, the user may apply pre-stored pictures, videos, and images to the 3D character. Photos (or videos, images, etc.) taken with the camera or downloaded from the network can be applied to 3D characters.

In the present invention, at least one or more character mappings are possible. That is, the present invention can map a three-dimensional character to each of the plurality of phone book widgets shown in FIG. 5A, as well as a plurality of three-dimensional characters to one widget.

5B is an exemplary diagram of a method of setting a three-dimensional character in a list of shortcut numbers.

As shown in FIG. 5B, a plurality of shortcut number icons are displayed on the shortcut number list, and a pop-up window for setting a 3D character of the shortcut number icon when the user selects a specific icon among the displayed shortcut number icons ( Example: 'New Photo', 'Character', 'My Image', etc.) are displayed.

When a user selects a 3D character setting item (eg, 'Character') of the popup window, a UI (UI) for setting 3D character is displayed. Through the UI, a user sets a character's appearance (eg, face shape, head shape, eyes, nose, mouth, etc.), and various effects applicable to the motion of the 3D character (eg, 'showing' ',' Emphasize ',' disappear ',' move path ', etc.).

As in the embodiment of FIG. 5A, in the process of selecting the 3D character setting item, the user may apply a pre-stored picture, video, image, etc. to the 3D character. Photos (or videos, images, etc.) taken with the camera or downloaded from the network can be applied to 3D characters. In addition, the character setting method according to the present embodiment may be at least one character mapping.

5C is an exemplary diagram of a method for setting a 3D character in a phone book list.

The method of setting the 3D character in the phone book list is the same as that of the embodiment of FIGS. 5A to 5B.

FIG. 5D illustrates an example of a method of setting a 3D character in a broadcast service application, and illustrates a method of setting a 3D character in connection with a 3D broadcast service (or a stereoscopic broadcast service).

While watching a 3D broadcast program, a user may set a person or object (eg, an animal, a plant, or an animated character) appearing in the broadcast as a 3D character.

As shown in screen D50-1 of FIG. 5D, a user first inputs (or touches) a predetermined button B100 to designate a three-dimensional character. Then, the controller 180 detects the input of the button B100 and displays the 3D character of the characters appearing in the corresponding broadcast through a predetermined pop-up window, or as shown on the screen D50-2 to designate the 3D character. As shown, the person (s) currently appearing on the screen are activated.

The controller 180 may provide 3D characters of characters appearing in each broadcast program through additional information (eg, an electronic services guide (ESG), etc.) of the corresponding program.

Then, when the user selects the characters of the activated broadcast, as shown in the screen D50-3, a user interface (UI) for setting the 3D character is displayed. The user can change the appearance of the character (eg, face shape, head shape, eyes, nose, mouth, etc.), or 'show', 'highlight', 'disappear', or 'move through the infant's UI. Set various effects applicable to the motion of 3D character such as 'path'.

7 to 10 are exemplary views of the display and operation of the three-dimensional character according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is an exemplary view showing a method of displaying a 3D character on a dialing screen. In particular, FIG. 7 illustrates an operation of a 3D character when a shortcut number is input.

As shown in FIG. 7, when the user inputs a predetermined shortcut number (eg, '1') on the dialing screen of the terminal, the controller 180 first enters the input shortcut number (eg, '1'). Checks if a 3D character is set.

When the 3D character is set to the shortcut number '1', the controller 180 displays the 3D character on the dialing screen according to a preset effect. For example, when the detail items of 'appearing', 'moving path', and 'disappearing' of the 3D character are set to 'fly', 'left' and 'fly', respectively, the controller 180 When the shortcut number '1' is input, a 3D character appears on the screen, moves, and exits according to the set effect (eg, 'fly', 'left', 'fly'). At the same time, the phone number corresponding to the speed dial '1' is displayed on the screen and a call is made to the corresponding phone number.

The movement of the 3D character (e.g., 'fly' (appear), 'left' (movement path), 'fly' (disappear)) until the call is set up with the receiver, It is preferably carried out repeatedly.

If the detailed items (eg, 'appearance', 'move path', 'disappear') of the 3D character are set to 'fly', 'random' and 'not set', respectively, 3 The dimensional character will first appear on the screen in a 'flying' manner and then randomly move on the screen until a call is set up with the receiver. And, if the call (call) setting with the receiving side is made, it will stop the movement and wait for the user's input (or touch).

FIG. 8A illustrates an example of displaying a 3D character on a phone book screen, and illustrates the operation of the 3D character when the user selects one of the phone book items.

As shown in FIG. 8A, when the user selects a specific item (eg, Angelina Taylor) on the phone book screen of the terminal, the controller 180 first sets 3 to the selected phone book item (eg, Angelina Taylor). Checks whether the dimension character is set.

When the 3D character is set in the item 'Angelina Taylor', the controller 180 displays the 3D character on the dialing screen according to a preset effect. For example, when the details of 'appearing', 'highlighting' and 'disappearing' of the 3D character are set to 'fly', 'rotate' and 'fly', respectively, the controller 180 When the item 'angelina taylor' is selected, a three-dimensional character appears on the screen according to the set effect (eg, 'fly', 'rotate') and rotates around the item 'angelina taylor'.

Selection of the phone book item is made by a user's touch input or movement of a selection bar (or cursor). When the user moves the selection bar and selects a new phone book item, the controller 180 checks whether or not the 3D character is set in the new phone book item (eg, 'Billy Joel'), and if the character is set, According to the effect, the 3D character is displayed on the dialing screen. At the same time, the three-dimensional character of the previous item 'Angelina Taylor' disappears from the screen according to the set effect (eg, 'flying').

The above processes are repeated every time a new phone book item is selected.

In addition, the present embodiment adds a predetermined identifier (for example, '3D') to one side of the phone book item, and displays the 3D character mapped by touching the identifier (for example, '3D') on the dialing screen. can do. The user may know whether the 3D character is set in the corresponding phone book item through the identifier (eg, '3D').

8B is an exemplary diagram illustrating a method of displaying a 3D character in a list of abbreviated numbers, and illustrates an operation of the 3D character when the user selects one of the speed dialed items. The operation of the 3D character in the shortcut number list is performed in the same manner as in the embodiment of FIG. 8A.

9 is another embodiment of a method of displaying a 3D character, when various functions of a terminal (message reception (or call origination), phone book list (or speed dial list), voice call, video call, etc.) are being executed. It shows the behavior of a three-dimensional character floating on the screen.

9A illustrates a method of displaying a 3D character when message editing is executed.

When a 3D character (eg, 'Angel') is mapped to a specific item (eg, 'Han Seungyeon') of the phone book, and the user selects the 'Han Seungyeon' item and executes a message writing function, the controller 180 ) Controls the display of the character such that the three-dimensional 'angel' character floats on the message creation screen according to a preset method (or effect). At this time, the character is preferably controlled so as not to overlap the message being written so as not to disturb the user's message writing.

Also in the message reception screen, the operation of this three-dimensional character is applied in the same way. When a message is received from the Han Seung-yeon stored in the phone book, the controller 180 controls the display so that the three-dimensional 'angel' character floats on the message reception screen, so that the user knows who the sender of the message (Han Seung-yeon) is. You will be able to recognize it quickly and easily.

The 3D character according to the present embodiment may also perform a role like a right click button of a mouse. The touch input of the mobile terminal can generally replace most mouse functions, but there was no proper touch operation to replace the right-click button of the mouse.

According to the present invention, when the 3D character is touched, the same result as that of pressing the right click button of the mouse is shown. That is, when an input for touching a 3D character is detected, as shown in a) of FIG. 10, a predetermined popup window is displayed. This embodiment lists a list of frequently used (or high priority) shortcut functions (eg, 'attach', 'background setting', 'preview', 'hide', etc.) in the popup window.

A user's input of touching the 3D character may be sensed through the proximity sensor 141 as well as the touch screen 151.

When the movement of the user approaching the 3D character is detected through the proximity sensor 141, the controller 180 stops the movement of the 3D character. The movement of the three-dimensional character is stopped while the user's approach is detected, and resumes the movement when the user is away.

Then, when a user's input touching a 3D character is detected, frequently used shortcut functions (eg, 'attachment', 'background setting', Display a popup window with a list of 'Preview', 'Hide', etc.). The functions (eg, 'attach', 'background setting', 'preview', 'hide', etc. will be executed according to the user's selection.

9B illustrates a method of displaying a three-dimensional character in a phone book list (or a shortcut number list) editing state. The 3D character according to the present embodiment operates in the same manner as the embodiment of FIG. 9A.

The controller 180 according to the present exemplary embodiment controls the 3D character to float around the input window where the input cursor is located so as not to disturb the user's editing of the phone book list (or the shortcut number list).

The controller 180 according to the present embodiment is a shortcut function that is frequently used (eg, 'next item', 'previous item') so that when the user's input touching the 3D character is detected, the user can execute a desired shortcut function. A popup window in which a list of ',' 'hide', etc.) is listed is displayed as shown in b) of FIG. 10.

9C illustrates a method of displaying a 3D character when in a voice call state.

The 3D character according to the present embodiment operates in the same manner as the embodiment of FIG. 9A.

The controller 180 according to the present embodiment is a shortcut function (eg, 'recording during a call', 'schedule' that is frequently used to execute a desired shortcut function when a user's input of a 3D character is detected. A pop-up window listing the list of 'search', 'hide', etc. is displayed as shown in FIG.

9D illustrates a method of displaying a 3D character in a video call state. The 3D character according to the present embodiment operates in the same manner as the embodiment of FIG. 9A.

The controller 180 according to the present exemplary embodiment controls the 3D character to float around the portion where the counterpart image is displayed so as not to disturb the video call.

The controller 180 according to the present exemplary embodiment, when a user's input touching a 3D character is detected, frequently used shortcut functions (eg, 'alternate image', 'pause') to execute a desired shortcut function. ',' Block my video ',' Hide ', etc.) is displayed as shown in the d) of FIG.

11 is a view illustrating an input method of a user command for displaying a 3D character. 11A shows an example of a case where message editing is executed.

The controller 180 executes a message writing function by using the 'Han Seungyeon' item as a receiving side according to a user's input, and displays a message editing screen as shown in FIG. Then, the movement of the terminal is monitored through the gyro sensor (or G-sensor 140).

Then, when a specific movement of the terminal is detected through the gyro sensor (or G-sensor), the controller 180 displays a 3D 'angel' character mapped to the 'Han Seungyeon' item.

For example, while the message edit screen is displayed, the user may induce the display of the 3D character by shaking the terminal or lowering (shocking) the predetermined number of times. The controller 180 displays a three-dimensional 'angel' character mapped to the 'Han Seung-yeon' item when a user's manipulation of shaking the terminal or hitting (shocking) a predetermined number of times is detected.

In addition, the mobile terminal according to the present invention can recognize the user's voice and display the three-dimensional character. In the case of voice recognition, the controller 180 receives a user's voice through a predetermined input device 122 and compares it with a reference voice (eg, 'character output'). When the two voices coincide with each other, the 3D character is displayed according to a preset method (or effect).

Fig. 11B is an example of the case where the phone book list (or abbreviated number list) editing is executed. 11C is an example of a voice call. 11D illustrates an example of a video call. The input method of the user command according to b) to d) of FIG. 11 is the same as that illustrated in a) of FIG.

The following is a description of a three-dimensional character according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 12 relates to setting of a 3D character according to a second embodiment of the present invention, and is an exemplary view of a method of setting a 3D character having a cursor function.

Unlike the three-dimensional character of the first embodiment, which is mapped to a specific item or menu (or function), the three-dimensional character of the cursor function according to the present embodiment is linked to the selection bar of the list or touched by the user. In response to this, it is possible to increase the convenience of the user interface and provide a kind of fun function to the user.

As shown in screen D140-1 of FIG. 12, a plurality of menu icons are displayed on the main menu screen of the terminal, and when the user selects a 'character' menu among these menu icons, submenus (eg, ' Phone book character ',' cursor character ',' character configuration ', etc.) are displayed.

When the user selects the 'cursor character' item of the sub-menu, a 3D character setting screen, that is, a UI (User Interface) for character setting is displayed. As shown in FIG. 6, the user sets a face shape, a hair style, eyes, a nose, a mouth, etc. of the character through the UI, and displays, highlights, and the like. Various effects that can be applied to the movement of the 3D cursor character such as 'disappear' and 'move path' can be set. 6A to 6D illustrate effects applicable to the operation of the cursor character.

13 to 14 are exemplary views of the display and operation of the three-dimensional character according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 13A is an exemplary diagram illustrating an operation of a 3D character in an idle screen.

As shown in FIG. 13A, a plurality of phone book widgets are displayed on the terminal standby screen, and the three-dimensional character (s) in the standby state (or inactive state) are displayed along the preset movement path (or randomly). Float up

The 3D character floating on the screen responds to a user's touch input or proximity touch. The controller 180 wakes up the 3D characters in the standby state (or inactive state) when the user input of touching a widget (eg, a subway map widget) is detected on the standby screen, and flocks to the point where the user's touch is detected. To control it.

The user may set the character not to respond to the user's touch (or proximity touch) as described above through the configuration of the 3D character.

When the user moves his or her finger (or stylus pen, etc.) on the display while maintaining the close range to which the 3D character can react, the controller 180 may float along the user's finger on the screen. Control dimensional character (s). Such control of the three-dimensional character can be fun to the user as a fun function.

Fig. 13B is an exemplary view showing the operation of a three-dimensional character in a menu screen.

As shown in FIG. 13B, a plurality of menu icons are displayed on a terminal menu screen (eg, a 'multimedia' menu), and when a user selects (or touches) a 'camera' icon among these menu icons, the user leaves the screen. The three-dimensional character in the standby state (or inactive state) is moved around the 'camera' icon. When the user selects (or touches) the 'camera' icon again, the camera function will be executed.

Through the three-dimensional character located around the 'camera' icon, the user can easily recognize that the selection cursor (selection bar) is currently located on the 'camera' icon.

Fig. 14A is an exemplary view showing the operation of the three-dimensional character in the telephone book.

As shown in FIG. 14A, a plurality of phone book items are displayed on the phone book screen of the terminal, and when the user selects (or touches) Billy Joel among these phone book items, a standby state (or inactive state) floats on the screen. ), The three-dimensional character moves to the item 'Billy Joel'.

The 3D character may perform a function such as a right click button of a mouse. When the user selects (or touches) the 3D character located in the 'Billy Joel' item, the controller 180 may use frequently used (or high priority) shortcut functions (as shown in screen 160-1). Example: Call, Message, Edit Phonebook, Search Phonebook, Hide, etc.) are displayed in the form of a popup window. Depending on the user's choice, the functions (eg 'Call', 'Message', 'Edit Phone', 'Search Phone', 'Hide', etc. will be executed.

14B is an exemplary view showing the operation of a three-dimensional character in a gallery. Operation of the 3D character according to the present embodiment is the same as that of the embodiment of FIG. 14A.

When the user selects (or touches) one of the images in the gallery, the 3D character moves to the selected image. When the user touches the three-dimensional character, the controller 180 displays frequently used shortcut functions (eg, 'multi-mail attachment', 'background setting', and 'integration' as shown on screen 160-2. Search ',' hide ', etc.) are displayed in the form of a pop-up window.

14C is an exemplary diagram showing the operation of a three-dimensional character in a memo function. Operation of the 3D character according to the present embodiment is the same as that of the embodiment of FIG. 14A.

When the user selects (or touches) one of the memo items, the 3D character moves to the selected item. When the user touches the 3D character, the controller 180 may use frequently used shortcut functions (eg, 'attachment', 'background setting', 'preview', as shown on the screen 160-3, A list of 'Hide', etc.) is displayed in the form of a popup window.

14D is an exemplary diagram illustrating an operation of a 3D character in a message inbox. Operation of the 3D character according to the present embodiment is the same as that of the embodiment of FIG. 14A.

When the user selects (or touches) any one of the received messages, the 3D character moves to the selected message. When the user touches the 3D character, the controller 180 may use frequently used shortcut functions (eg, 'reply', 'forward', 'message search', as shown on screen 160-4). A list of 'Hide', etc.) is displayed in the form of a popup window.

The 3D character according to the second embodiment of the present invention monitors the movement of the terminal through the gyro sensor (or G-sensor 140) as in the first embodiment.

When a specific movement of the terminal is detected through the gyro sensor (or G-sensor), the controller 180 outputs a 3D character having a cursor function on the screen.

For example, the user may make the 3D character appear on the screen by shaking the terminal or lowering (shocking) the predetermined number of times. The controller 180 displays the 3D character on the screen according to a preset method (effect) when the user's specific manipulation is detected.

In addition, the controller 180 according to the second embodiment of the present invention may recognize a user's voice and display a 3D character having a cursor function. The controller 180 receives a user's voice through a predetermined input device 122 and compares it with a reference voice (for example, 'character output', etc.), and when the two voices coincide with each other, the cursor function of the cursor function. Display a three-dimensional character.

As described above, the three-dimensional character operating method according to each embodiment of the present invention can be embodied as computer readable codes on a medium on which a program is recorded. The computer-readable medium includes all kinds of recording devices in which data that can be read by a computer system is stored.

Examples of the computer-readable medium include ROM, RAM, CD-ROM, magnetic tape, floppy disk, optical data storage device, and the like, and also in the form of carrier wave (for example, transmission over the Internet). It includes what is implemented. The computer may include the controller 180 of the mobile terminal.

The present invention has been implemented a three-dimensional character operation method of the mobile terminal for setting and displaying the three-dimensional character in various functions of the terminal.

3D character operating method according to the present invention is to operate by mapping the 3D character to a specific item or menu (or function), or set to respond to the user's touch (or linked with the selection bar of the list) In addition, it provides a user with a kind of fun function while enhancing the convenience of the user interface.

Although the present invention has been described with reference to the embodiment (s) shown in the drawings, this is merely exemplary, and various modifications can be made therefrom by those skilled in the art, and the embodiments described above ( It will be appreciated that all or some of these may be optionally combined. Therefore, the true technical protection scope of the present invention will be defined by the technical spirit of the appended claims.

1 is a block diagram of a mobile terminal according to one embodiment of the present invention;

Figure 2a is a front perspective view of a mobile terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2b is a rear perspective view of a mobile terminal according to an embodiment of the present invention.

3 is a conceptual diagram for explaining a proximity depth of a proximity sensor.

4A and 4B are views referred to for describing a proximity touch recognition region where a proximity signal is detected and a haptic region where a haptic effect occurs.

Figure 5a is an illustration of a method for setting a three-dimensional character in the phone book widget.

5B is an exemplary diagram of a method for setting a three-dimensional character in a list of abbreviated numbers.

Fig. 5C is an illustration of a method for setting a three-dimensional character in the telephone book list.

Figure 5d is an illustration of a method of setting a three-dimensional character in a broadcast service application.

6A-6D show effects applicable to the operation of a three-dimensional character.

7 is an exemplary view showing a three-dimensional character display method on a dialing screen;

8A is an exemplary diagram showing a method of displaying a three-dimensional character on a phone screen;

8B is an exemplary view showing a method of displaying a three-dimensional character in a list of abbreviated numbers.

Fig. 9A illustrates a method of displaying three-dimensional characters when message editing is executed.

Fig. 9B is a diagram illustrating a three-dimensional character display method in the phone book list editing state.

9C is a diagram illustrating a method of displaying a three-dimensional character when in a voice call state;

9D illustrates a method of displaying a 3D character when in a video call state.

Fig. 10 shows a popup window relating to frequently used shortcut functions.

11 is an exemplary view of a user command input method for displaying a three-dimensional character.

12 is an exemplary diagram for setting a three-dimensional character (cursor function) according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

Fig. 13A is an exemplary view showing the operation of a three-dimensional character on a standby screen;

Fig. 13B is an exemplary view showing the operation of a three-dimensional character on a menu screen;

Fig. 14A is an illustration showing the operation of a three-dimensional character in the telephone book.

Fig. 14B is an exemplary view showing the operation of a three-dimensional character in a gallery;

14C is an exemplary view showing the operation of a three-dimensional character in a memo function;

14D is an exemplary diagram showing the operation of a three-dimensional character in a message inbox.

*** Explanation of symbols for main parts of drawing ***

100: mobile terminal

110: wireless communication unit 120: AV input unit

130: user input unit 140: sensing unit

150: output unit 160: memory

170: interface unit 180: control unit

190: power supply unit

Claims (7)

An input unit to receive a user input; A control unit which selects or executes a specific item of the terminal according to the input and controls the movement of the 3D character according to preset attribute information when it is determined that the 3D character is mapped to the corresponding item; And a display unit for displaying the three-dimensional character. Setting detailed properties of the 3D character according to a user input; 3. The method of controlling a 3D character of a mobile terminal, when the object mapping the 3D character is selected or executed, controlling the movement of the 3D character according to the detailed attributes. The process of claim 2, wherein the setting of the details is performed. Setting the shape and shape of the character; 3. The method of controlling a 3D character of a mobile terminal, comprising: setting a motion or movement of the character. The method of claim 3, wherein the setting of the operation or movement comprises: 3D character control method of a mobile terminal, characterized in that for setting at least one of the appearing, highlighting, disappearing, the movement path of the three-dimensional character. Receiving a user input; Selecting or executing a specific item of the terminal according to the input and checking whether a 3D character is mapped to the corresponding item; And if it is determined that the 3D character is mapped, controlling the movement of the 3D character according to preset attribute information. Setting detailed properties of the 3D character according to a user input; Displaying a 3D character according to the detail attribute; 3. The method of controlling a 3D character of a mobile terminal, when the specific object of the terminal is selected or touched, moving the 3D character to the corresponding object. The method of claim 6, Displaying a list of shortcut functions related to the object in a pop-up form when the user touches the character; 3. The method of claim 3, further comprising selectively executing the shortcut functions according to a user input.

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