KR20240102754A - An electronic device that changes its shape based on a user's gesture on a screen and a method for controlling the same - Google Patents

Abstract

An electronic device that changes its shape based on a user's gesture on a screen and a control method thereof are disclosed. According to an embodiment of the present document, a method of controlling an electronic device includes detecting a user gesture on a first screen displayed on a flexible display of the electronic device, and based on the detection of the user gesture, the user An operation of determining whether a gesture is held in a designated area of the flexible display for more than a designated time, and based on the determination, installing a second housing of the electronic device around the area where the user gesture is being held. An operation of displaying a first icon for inserting into the first housing of a device and at least one second icon for withdrawing the second housing to the outside of the first housing by a specified length, the first icon or Based on the user input for the at least one second icon, the electronic device is installed by inserting the second housing into the inside of the first housing or pulling the second housing out of the first housing by a specified length. It may include an operation of changing the shape, and an operation of displaying a second screen that is different from the first screen on the electronic device whose shape has been changed.

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An electronic device that changes its shape based on a user's gesture on a screen and a method for controlling the same}

This document relates to an electronic device that changes the shape of the electronic device based on a user's gesture on the screen and a method of controlling the same.

The variety of services and additional functions provided through electronic devices, for example, portable electronic devices such as smart phones, is gradually increasing. In order to increase the utility value of these electronic devices and satisfy the needs of various users, communication service providers or electronic device manufacturers are competitively developing electronic devices to provide various functions and differentiate themselves from other companies. Accordingly, various functions provided through electronic devices are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

Electronic devices according to the prior art (e.g., a rollable smart phone device in which the exposure area of the flexible display is set to change) include user gestures on the screen (e.g., a drag gesture starting from one area of the screen and releasing in another area). Accordingly, a function is provided to end multi-window mode (e.g., a display mode that displays multiple application execution screens simultaneously) or to scroll the screen. However, electronic devices according to the prior art only provide the function of controlling the screen (e.g., exiting multi-window mode and/or scrolling the screen) according to user gestures, and change the shape of the electronic device according to user gestures. It does not provide the ability to change (e.g. change the exposed area of a flexible display).

According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., a drag gesture) on the screen is held in a designated area 760 (e.g., an area around the exposed edge of the flexible display) for more than a specified time. When detected, a function or action to control the screen (e.g. exit multi-window mode and/or scroll the screen) and a function or action to change the shape of the electronic device (e.g. change the exposed area of a flexible display) An electronic device that performs together may be provided.

According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., a drag gesture) on the screen is held in a designated area 760 (e.g., an area around the exposed edge of the flexible display) for more than a specified time. When detected, a function or action to control the screen (e.g. exit multi-window mode and/or scroll the screen) and a function or action to change the shape of the electronic device (e.g. change the exposed area of a flexible display) A control method of an electronic device that performs together may be provided.

According to an embodiment of the present document, an electronic device includes a first housing, a second housing disposed to be movable with respect to the first housing, overlapping at least a portion of the first housing, and an interior of the second housing. At least one processor and a driving module disposed, and a flexible display at least partially mounted on the surface of the second housing and at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device, a portion of the flexible display is inserted into the inside of the first housing or pulled out from the inside of the first housing according to the driving of the driving module, and the at least one processor detects a user gesture on the first screen displayed on the flexible display, , Based on the detection of the user gesture, it is determined whether the user gesture is held for more than a specified time in the designated area 760 of the flexible display, and based on the determination, whether the user gesture is being held. Displaying a first icon for inserting the second housing into the inside of the first housing and at least one second icon for pulling the second housing out of the first housing by a specified length around the area, Based on a user input for the first icon or the at least one second icon, the second housing is inserted into the first housing or the second housing is pulled out of the first housing by a specified length. By doing so, the shape of the electronic device can be changed and a second screen that is different from the first screen can be displayed on the electronic device with the changed shape.

According to an embodiment of the present document, a method of controlling an electronic device includes detecting a user gesture on a first screen displayed on a flexible display of the electronic device, and based on the detection of the user gesture, the user An operation of determining whether a gesture is held for more than a specified time in a designated area 760 of the flexible display, and based on the determination, a second housing of the electronic device around the area where the user gesture is being held. Displaying a first icon for inserting a first icon into the first housing of the electronic device and at least one second icon for pulling the second housing out of the first housing by a specified length; Based on a user input for an icon or the at least one second icon, the second housing is inserted into the first housing or the second housing is pulled out of the first housing by a specified length. It may include an operation of changing the shape of the electronic device, and an operation of displaying a second screen that is different from the first screen on the electronic device whose shape has been changed.

According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., a drag gesture) on the screen is held in a designated area 760 (e.g., an area around the exposed edge of the flexible display) for more than a specified time. When detected, the ability or action of the electronic device to control the screen (e.g. exit multi-window mode and/or scroll the screen) and the ability to change the shape of the electronic device (e.g. change the exposed area of a flexible display) Alternatively, by performing the operations together, a technical effect can be achieved that can sufficiently reflect the user's needs to view the screen on a flexible display exposed in a larger or smaller size than the current screen size.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device in a network environment, according to various embodiments of this document.
FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second display area of a display is stored in a housing, according to various embodiments of the present document.
FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a state in which the second display area of the display is exposed to the outside of the housing, according to various embodiments of the present document.
4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present document.
FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2, according to various embodiments of the present document.
FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 3, according to various embodiments of the present document.
FIG. 6 shows a function of changing the shape of the electronic device (e.g., changing from a closed state to a fully open state) while the electronic device exits the multi-window mode upon detection of a user gesture, according to an embodiment of this document. Or, it is an example drawing to explain the operation.
FIGS. 7A to 7D are example diagrams for explaining the function or operation described in FIG. 6 from a user interface perspective.
8 shows, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device changes the shape of the electronic device (e.g., changes from a closed state to a fully open state) while scrolling the screen being displayed, according to the detection of a user gesture. This is an example drawing to explain a function or operation.
FIGS. 9A to 9D are example diagrams for explaining the function or operation described in FIG. 8 from a user interface perspective.
FIGS. 10 and 11 are exemplary diagrams for explaining an electronic device having a display expanded in a direction different from that of the electronic device described with reference to FIG. 2 .
FIGS. 12A to 12D are example diagrams from a user interface perspective in which the function or operation described in FIG. 6 is performed in an electronic device having the form shown in FIGS. 10 and 11 .
FIGS. 13A to 13C are example diagrams from a user interface perspective in which the function or operation described in FIG. 8 is performed in an electronic device having the form shown in FIGS. 10 and 11 .
FIG. 14 is an example diagram for explaining a function or operation of changing the shape of an electronic device based on an input for at least one icon displayed on the electronic device, according to an embodiment of the present document.
15A and 15B, with respect to FIG. 14, show a function or operation of displaying at least one icon around the edge of the display corresponding to the first direction when a user gesture in the first direction is detected from a user interface perspective. These are example drawings for explanation.
FIGS. 16A and 16B, with respect to FIG. 14, illustrate a function or operation of displaying at least one icon around the edge of the display corresponding to the second direction when a user gesture in the second direction is detected from a user interface perspective. These are example drawings for explanation.
FIG. 17 is an example for explaining a function or operation of displaying an indicator indicating the expansion direction of the flexible display when the electronic device detects that the user gesture input to the electronic device is held, according to an embodiment of this document. It is a drawing.
18A to 18C, in relation to FIG. 17, when a user gesture in the first direction is detected, the electronic device displays an indicator indicating that the flexible display is expanded in the first direction, according to an embodiment of the present document. These are example drawings to explain the displayed function or operation from a user interface perspective.
19A to 19C, in relation to FIG. 17, when a user gesture in the second direction is detected, the electronic device displays an indicator indicating that the flexible display is expanded in the first direction, according to an embodiment of the present document. These are example drawings to explain the displayed function or operation from a user interface perspective.

1 is a block diagram of an electronic device 101 in a network environment 100, according to various embodiments.

Referring to FIG. 1, in the network environment 100, the electronic device 101 communicates with the electronic device 102 through a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range wireless communication network) or a second network 199. It is possible to communicate with at least one of the electronic device 104 or the server 108 through (e.g., a long-distance wireless communication network). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may communicate with the electronic device 104 through the server 108. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 includes a processor 120, a memory 130, an input module 150, an audio output module 155, a display module 160, an audio module 170, and a sensor module ( 176), interface 177, connection terminal 178, haptic module 179, camera module 180, power management module 188, battery 189, communication module 190, subscriber identification module 196 , or may include an antenna module 197. In some embodiments, at least one of these components (eg, the connection terminal 178) may be omitted or one or more other components may be added to the electronic device 101. In some embodiments, some of these components (e.g., sensor module 176, camera module 180, or antenna module 197) are integrated into one component (e.g., display module 160). It can be.

The processor 120, for example, executes software (e.g., program 140) to operate at least one other component (e.g., hardware or software component) of the electronic device 101 connected to the processor 120. It can be controlled and various data processing or operations can be performed. According to one embodiment, as at least part of data processing or computation, the processor 120 stores commands or data received from another component (e.g., sensor module 176 or communication module 190) in volatile memory 132. The commands or data stored in the volatile memory 132 can be processed, and the resulting data can be stored in the non-volatile memory 134. According to one embodiment, the processor 120 includes a main processor 121 (e.g., a central processing unit or an application processor) or an auxiliary processor 123 that can operate independently or together (e.g., a graphics processing unit, a neural network processing unit ( It may include a neural processing unit (NPU), an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor). For example, if the electronic device 101 includes a main processor 121 and a auxiliary processor 123, the auxiliary processor 123 may be set to use lower power than the main processor 121 or be specialized for a designated function. You can. The auxiliary processor 123 may be implemented separately from the main processor 121 or as part of it.

The auxiliary processor 123 may, for example, act on behalf of the main processor 121 while the main processor 121 is in an inactive (e.g., sleep) state, or while the main processor 121 is in an active (e.g., application execution) state. ), together with the main processor 121, at least one of the components of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the display module 160, the sensor module 176, or the communication module 190) At least some of the functions or states related to can be controlled. According to one embodiment, co-processor 123 (e.g., image signal processor or communication processor) may be implemented as part of another functionally related component (e.g., camera module 180 or communication module 190). there is. According to one embodiment, the auxiliary processor 123 (eg, neural network processing unit) may include a hardware structure specialized for processing artificial intelligence models. Artificial intelligence models can be created through machine learning. For example, such learning may be performed in the electronic device 101 itself on which the artificial intelligence model is performed, or may be performed through a separate server (e.g., server 108). Learning algorithms may include, for example, supervised learning, unsupervised learning, semi-supervised learning, or reinforcement learning, but It is not limited. An artificial intelligence model may include multiple artificial neural network layers. Artificial neural networks include deep neural network (DNN), convolutional neural network (CNN), recurrent neural network (RNN), restricted boltzmann machine (RBM), belief deep network (DBN), bidirectional recurrent deep neural network (BRDNN), It may be one of deep Q-networks or a combination of two or more of the above, but is not limited to the examples described above. In addition to hardware structures, artificial intelligence models may additionally or alternatively include software structures.

The memory 130 may store various data used by at least one component (eg, the processor 120 or the sensor module 176) of the electronic device 101. Data may include, for example, input data or output data for software (e.g., program 140) and instructions related thereto. Memory 130 may include volatile memory 132 or non-volatile memory 134.

The program 140 may be stored as software in the memory 130 and may include, for example, an operating system 142, middleware 144, or application 146.

The input module 150 may receive commands or data to be used in a component of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the processor 120) from outside the electronic device 101 (e.g., a user). The input module 150 may include, for example, a microphone, mouse, keyboard, keys (eg, buttons), or digital pen (eg, stylus pen).

The sound output module 155 may output sound signals to the outside of the electronic device 101. The sound output module 155 may include, for example, a speaker or a receiver. Speakers can be used for general purposes such as multimedia playback or recording playback. The receiver can be used to receive incoming calls. According to one embodiment, the receiver may be implemented separately from the speaker or as part of it.

The display module 160 can visually provide information to the outside of the electronic device 101 (eg, a user). The display module 160 may include, for example, a display, a hologram device, or a projector, and a control circuit for controlling the device. According to one embodiment, the display module 160 may include a touch sensor configured to detect a touch, or a pressure sensor configured to measure the intensity of force generated by the touch.

The audio module 170 can convert sound into an electrical signal or, conversely, convert an electrical signal into sound. According to one embodiment, the audio module 170 acquires sound through the input module 150, the sound output module 155, or an external electronic device (e.g., directly or wirelessly connected to the electronic device 101). Sound may be output through the electronic device 102 (e.g., speaker or headphone).

The sensor module 176 detects the operating state (e.g., power or temperature) of the electronic device 101 or the external environmental state (e.g., user state) and generates an electrical signal or data value corresponding to the detected state. can do. According to one embodiment, the sensor module 176 includes, for example, a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, an air pressure sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a proximity sensor, a color sensor, an IR (infrared) sensor, a biometric sensor, It may include a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, or light sensor.

The interface 177 may support one or more designated protocols that can be used to connect the electronic device 101 directly or wirelessly with an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the interface 177 may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, or an audio interface.

The connection terminal 178 may include a connector through which the electronic device 101 can be physically connected to an external electronic device (eg, the electronic device 102). According to one embodiment, the connection terminal 178 may include, for example, an HDMI connector, a USB connector, an SD card connector, or an audio connector (eg, a headphone connector).

The haptic module 179 can convert electrical signals into mechanical stimulation (e.g., vibration or movement) or electrical stimulation that the user can perceive through tactile or kinesthetic senses. According to one embodiment, the haptic module 179 may include, for example, a motor, a piezoelectric element, or an electrical stimulation device.

The camera module 180 can capture still images and moving images. According to one embodiment, the camera module 180 may include one or more lenses, image sensors, image signal processors, or flashes.

The power management module 188 can manage power supplied to the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the power management module 188 may be implemented as at least a part of, for example, a power management integrated circuit (PMIC).

Battery 189 may supply power to at least one component of electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the battery 189 may include, for example, a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell.

Communication module 190 is configured to provide a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or wireless communication channel between electronic device 101 and an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 102, electronic device 104, or server 108). It can support establishment and communication through established communication channels. Communication module 190 operates independently of processor 120 (e.g., an application processor) and may include one or more communication processors that support direct (e.g., wired) communication or wireless communication. According to one embodiment, the communication module 190 is a wireless communication module 192 (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module 194 (e.g., : LAN (local area network) communication module, or power line communication module) may be included. Among these communication modules, the corresponding communication module is a first network 198 (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network 199 (e.g., legacy It may communicate with an external electronic device 104 through a telecommunication network such as a cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., LAN or WAN). These various types of communication modules may be integrated into one component (e.g., a single chip) or may be implemented as a plurality of separate components (e.g., multiple chips). The wireless communication module 192 uses subscriber information (e.g., International Mobile Subscriber Identifier (IMSI)) stored in the subscriber identification module 196 within a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199. The electronic device 101 can be confirmed or authenticated.

The wireless communication module 192 may support 5G networks after 4G networks and next-generation communication technologies, for example, NR access technology (new radio access technology). NR access technology provides high-speed transmission of high-capacity data (eMBB (enhanced mobile broadband)), minimization of terminal power and access to multiple terminals (mMTC (massive machine type communications)), or high reliability and low latency (URLLC (ultra-reliable and low latency). -latency communications)) can be supported. The wireless communication module 192 may support a high frequency band (eg, mmWave band), for example, to achieve a high data rate. The wireless communication module 192 uses various technologies to secure performance in high frequency bands, for example, beamforming, massive array multiple-input and multiple-output (MIMO), and full-dimensional multiplexing. It can support technologies such as input/output (FD-MIMO: full dimensional MIMO), array antenna, analog beam-forming, or large scale antenna. The wireless communication module 192 may support various requirements specified in the electronic device 101, an external electronic device (e.g., electronic device 104), or a network system (e.g., second network 199). According to one embodiment, the wireless communication module 192 supports Peak data rate (e.g., 20 Gbps or more) for realizing eMBB, loss coverage (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing mmTC, or U-plane latency (e.g., 164 dB or less) for realizing URLLC. Example: Downlink (DL) and uplink (UL) each of 0.5 ms or less, or round trip 1 ms or less) can be supported.

The antenna module 197 may transmit or receive signals or power to or from the outside (eg, an external electronic device). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include an antenna including a radiator made of a conductor or a conductive pattern formed on a substrate (eg, PCB). According to one embodiment, the antenna module 197 may include a plurality of antennas (eg, an array antenna). In this case, at least one antenna suitable for a communication method used in a communication network such as the first network 198 or the second network 199 is connected to the plurality of antennas by, for example, the communication module 190. can be selected. Signals or power may be transmitted or received between the communication module 190 and an external electronic device through the selected at least one antenna. According to some embodiments, in addition to the radiator, other components (eg, radio frequency integrated circuit (RFIC)) may be additionally formed as part of the antenna module 197.

According to various embodiments, the antenna module 197 may form a mmWave antenna module. According to one embodiment, a mmWave antenna module includes a printed circuit board, an RFIC disposed on or adjacent to a first side (e.g., bottom side) of the printed circuit board and capable of supporting a designated high frequency band (e.g., mmWave band), And a plurality of antennas (e.g., array antennas) disposed on or adjacent to the second side (e.g., top or side) of the printed circuit board and capable of transmitting or receiving signals in the designated high frequency band. can do.

At least some of the components are connected to each other through a communication method between peripheral devices (e.g., bus, general purpose input and output (GPIO), serial peripheral interface (SPI), or mobile industry processor interface (MIPI)) and signal ( (e.g. commands or data) can be exchanged with each other.

According to one embodiment, commands or data may be transmitted or received between the electronic device 101 and the external electronic device 104 through the server 108 connected to the second network 199. Each of the external electronic devices 102 or 104 may be of the same or different type as the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, all or part of the operations performed in the electronic device 101 may be executed in one or more of the external electronic devices 102, 104, or 108. For example, when the electronic device 101 needs to perform a certain function or service automatically or in response to a request from a user or another device, the electronic device 101 may perform the function or service instead of executing the function or service on its own. Alternatively, or additionally, one or more external electronic devices may be requested to perform at least part of the function or service. One or more external electronic devices that have received the request may execute at least part of the requested function or service, or an additional function or service related to the request, and transmit the result of the execution to the electronic device 101. The electronic device 101 may process the result as is or additionally and provide it as at least part of a response to the request. For this purpose, for example, cloud computing, distributed computing, mobile edge computing (MEC), or client-server computing technology can be used. The electronic device 101 may provide an ultra-low latency service using, for example, distributed computing or mobile edge computing. In another embodiment, the external electronic device 104 may include an Internet of Things (IoT) device. Server 108 may be an intelligent server using machine learning and/or neural networks. According to one embodiment, the external electronic device 104 or server 108 may be included in the second network 199. The electronic device 101 may be applied to intelligent services (e.g., smart home, smart city, smart car, or healthcare) based on 5G communication technology and IoT-related technology.

FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second display area of a display is stored in a housing, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 3 is a diagram illustrating a state in which a second display area of a display is exposed to the outside of a housing, according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

2 and 3 show a structure in which the display 203 (eg, a flexible display or rollable display) is extended in the longitudinal direction (eg, +Y direction) when viewed from the front of the electronic device 101. However, the expansion direction of the display 203 is not limited to one direction (eg, +Y direction). For example, the direction of expansion of the display 203 may be upward (+Y direction), rightward (e.g., +X direction), leftward (e.g., -X direction), and/or downward (e.g., -Y direction). ) The design can be changed to be expandable.

The state shown in FIG. 2 may be referred to as a closed state of the electronic device 101 or the housing 210 and a slide-in state of the display 203.

The state shown in FIG. 3 may be referred to as an open state of the electronic device 101 or the housing 210 and a slide-out state of the display 203.

Referring to FIGS. 2 and 3 , the electronic device 101 may include a housing 210 . The housing 210 may include a first housing 201 and a second housing 202 arranged to be relatively movable with respect to the first housing 201 . In some embodiments, the electronic device 101 may be interpreted as a structure in which the first housing 201 is arranged to be slidably movable with respect to the second housing 202 . According to one embodiment, the second housing 202 may be arranged to be able to reciprocate a certain distance in the direction shown with respect to the first housing 201, for example, in the direction indicated by arrow ①.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 202 may be referred to as a slide unit or a slide housing, and may be relatively movable with respect to the first housing 201. According to one embodiment, the second housing 202 can accommodate various electrical and electronic components such as a circuit board or battery.

According to one embodiment, the first housing 201 may have a motor, a speaker, a SIM socket, and/or a sub circuit board (e.g., the second circuit board 249 in FIG. 4) electrically connected to the main circuit board. there is. The second housing 202 may accommodate a main circuit board (eg, the first circuit board 248 in FIG. 4) on which electrical components such as an application processor (AP) and a communication processor (CP) are mounted.

According to various embodiments, the first housing 201 may include a first cover member 211 (eg, main case). The first cover member 211 extends from the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b extending from the 1-1 side wall 211a, and the 1-1 side wall 211a. It may include a 1-3 side wall (211c) substantially parallel to the 1-2 side wall (211b). According to one embodiment, the 1-2 side wall 211b and the 1-3 side wall 211c may be formed substantially perpendicular to the 1-1 side wall 211a.

According to various embodiments, the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211 are at least the second housing 202. One side (e.g., front face) may be formed in an open shape to accommodate (or surround) a portion. For example, at least a portion of the second housing 202 is surrounded by the first housing 201 and is guided by the first housing 201 while being moved to the first side (e.g., the first side F1 in FIG. 4). ) can be slided in a direction parallel to (for example, arrow ①). According to one embodiment, the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211 may be formed as one piece. According to the embodiment, the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211 are formed as separate structures and are combined or Can be assembled.

According to various embodiments, the first cover member 211 may be formed to surround at least a portion of the display 203. For example, at least a portion of the display 203 is formed by the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first cover member 211. It can be formed to surround.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 202 may include a second cover member 221 (eg, a slide plate). The second cover member 221 may have a plate shape and include a first surface (eg, first surface F1 in FIG. 4) supporting internal components. For example, the second cover member 221 may support at least a portion of the display 203 (eg, the first display area A1). According to one embodiment, the second cover member 221 may be referred to as a front cover.

According to various embodiments, as the second housing 202 moves in a first direction (e.g., direction ①) parallel to the 1-2 side wall 211b or the 1-3 side wall 211c, the housing ( 210) of open and closed states can be formed. In the closed state, the second housing 202 is located at a first distance from the 1-1 side wall 211a, and in the open state, the second housing 202 is located at a first distance from the 1-1 side wall 211a. It can be moved to be located at a large second distance. In some embodiments, in the closed state, the first housing 201 may surround a portion of the 2-1 side wall 221a.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 may include a display 203, a key input device 245, a connector hole 243, an audio module 247a, 247b, or a camera module 249a, 249b. there is. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may further include an indicator (eg, LED device) or various sensor modules.

According to various embodiments, the display 203 includes a second display area A2 configured to be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 based on the slide movement of the first display area A1 and the second housing 202. may include. According to one embodiment, the first display area A1 may be disposed on the second housing 202. For example, the first display area A1 may be disposed on the second cover member 221 of the second housing 202. According to one embodiment, the second display area A2 extends from the first display area A1, and as the second housing 202 slides with respect to the first housing 201, the first housing 201 ) may be stored inside the electronic device 101 (e.g., in a slide-in state), or may be visually exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101 (e.g., in a slide-out state).

According to various embodiments, the second display area A2 moves substantially while being guided by one area of the first housing 201 (e.g., the curved surface 213a of FIG. 4), and the first housing 201 ) may be stored in a space located inside the electronic device 101 or may be exposed to the outside of the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the second display area A2 may move based on the slide movement of the second housing 202 in the first direction (eg, the direction indicated by arrow ①). For example, while the second housing 202 slides, a portion of the second display area A2 may be deformed into a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface 213a of the first housing 201. .

According to various embodiments, when viewed from the top of the second cover member 221 (e.g., a front cover), when the housing 210 changes from a closed state to an open state (e.g., the second housing 202 When sliding to extend into the first housing 201), the second display area A2 is gradually exposed to the outside of the first housing 201 and can form a substantially flat surface together with the first display area A1. there is. According to one embodiment, the display 203 may be combined with or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of touch, and/or a digitizer that detects a magnetic field-type stylus pen. . According to one embodiment, regardless of the closed or open state of the housing 210, a portion of the exposed second display area A2 is on a portion of the first housing (e.g., the curved surface 213a of FIG. 4). , and a portion of the second display area A2 may maintain a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface 213a.

According to various embodiments, the key input device 245 may be located in one area of the first housing 201. Depending on the appearance and state of use, the illustrated key input device 245 may be omitted, or the electronic device 101 may be designed to include additional key input device(s). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include a key input device (not shown), for example, a home key button, or a touch pad disposed around the home key button. According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the key input device 245 is formed on the 1-1 side wall 211a, the 1-2 side wall 211b, and/or the 1-3 side wall 211c of the first housing 201. ) can be placed on.

According to various embodiments, the connector hole 243 may be omitted depending on the embodiment, and may accommodate a connector (eg, USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and/or data to and from an external electronic device. According to one embodiment (not shown), the electronic device 101 may include a plurality of connector holes 243, and some of the plurality of connector holes 243 are for transmitting and receiving audio signals to and from an external electronic device. It can function as a connector hole. In the illustrated embodiment, the connector hole 243 is located in the second housing 202, but the limitation is not this, and the connector hole 243 or a connector hole not shown may be located in the first housing 201. there is.

According to various embodiments, the audio modules 247a and 247b may include at least one speaker hole 247a or at least one microphone hole 247b. One of the speaker holes 247a may be provided as a receiver hall for voice calls, and the other may be provided as an external speaker hall. The electronic device 101 includes a microphone for acquiring sound, and the microphone can acquire sound external to the electronic device 101 through the microphone hole 247b. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include a plurality of microphones to detect the direction of sound. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include an audio module in which the speaker hole 247a and the microphone hole 247b are implemented as one hole, or may include a speaker excluding the speaker hole 247a (e.g. : Piezo speaker).

According to various embodiments, the camera modules 249a and 249b include a first camera module 249a (e.g., a front camera) and a second camera module 249b (e.g., a rear camera) (e.g., FIGS. 5A and 5B may include a second camera module 249b). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include at least one of a wide-angle camera, a telephoto camera, or a macro camera, and depending on the embodiment, it may include an infrared projector and/or an infrared receiver to measure the distance to the subject. can do. The camera modules 249a and 249b may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor. The first camera module 249a may be arranged to face the same direction as the display 203. For example, the first camera module 249a may be placed around the first display area A1 or in an area overlapping with the display 203, and when placed in an area overlapping with the display 203, the display ( 203), the subject can be photographed. According to one embodiment, the first camera module 249a may not be visually exposed to the screen display area (e.g., the first display area A1) and includes a hidden under display camera (UDC). can do. According to one embodiment, the second camera module 249b may photograph a subject in a direction opposite to the first display area A1. According to one embodiment, the first camera module 249a and/or the second camera module 249b may be disposed on the second housing 202.

According to various embodiments, an indicator (not shown) of the electronic device 101 may be placed in the first housing 201 or the second housing 202 and includes a light emitting diode to determine the status of the electronic device 101. Information can be provided as visual signals. A sensor module (not shown) of the electronic device 101 may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device 101 or an external environmental state. The sensor module may include, for example, a proximity sensor, a fingerprint sensor, or a biometric sensor (e.g., an iris/facial recognition sensor or an HRM sensor). In another embodiment, at least one of a sensor module, e.g., a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or a light sensor. You can include one more.

4 is an exploded perspective view of an electronic device according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5A is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A' of FIG. 2 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5B is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B' of FIG. 3 according to various embodiments of the present disclosure.

4, 5A, and/or 5B, the electronic device 101 may include a first housing 201, a second housing 202, a display assembly 230, and a driving structure 240. . The configuration of the first housing 201, the second housing 202, and the display assembly 230 in FIGS. 4, 5A, and/or 5B is the same as the first housing 201 and the second housing in FIGS. 2 and/or 3. It may be identical in whole or in part to the configuration of the housing 202 and the display 203.

According to various embodiments, the first housing 201 includes a first cover member 211 (e.g., the first cover member 211 in FIGS. 2 and 3), a frame 213, and a first rear plate 215. ) may include.

According to various embodiments, the first cover member 211 may accommodate at least a portion of the frame 213 and a component (eg, battery 289) located on the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the first cover member 211 may be formed to surround at least a portion of the second housing 202. According to one embodiment, the second circuit board 249 accommodating electronic components (eg, processor 120 and/or memory 130 of FIG. 1) may be connected to the first cover member 211.

According to various embodiments, the frame 213 may be connected to the first cover member 211. For example, the frame 213 is connected to the first cover member 211, and the second housing 202 can move relative to the first cover member 211 and/or the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the frame 213 may accommodate a battery 289 (eg, battery 189 in FIG. 1). According to one embodiment, the frame 213 may include a curved portion 213a facing the display assembly 230.

According to various embodiments, the first back plate 215 may substantially form the first housing 201 or at least a portion of the exterior of the electronic device 101. For example, the first rear plate 215 may be coupled to the outer surface of the first cover member 221. According to one embodiment, the first back plate 215 may provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device 101. The first rear plate 215 may be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 202 includes a second cover member 221 (e.g., the second cover member 221 in FIGS. 2 and 3), a rear cover 223, and a second rear plate ( 225) may be included.

According to one embodiment, the second cover member 221 is connected to the first housing 201 through a guide rail 250, and moves in one direction (e.g., arrow ① in FIG. 3) while being guided by the guide rail 250. direction) can move in a straight line.

According to various embodiments, the second cover member 221 may support at least a portion of the display 203. For example, the second cover member 221 includes a first surface (F1), and the first display area (A1) of the display 203 is substantially located on the first surface (F1) and maintained in a flat shape. It can be. According to one embodiment, the second cover member 221 may be formed of a metallic material and/or a non-metallic (eg, polymer) material. According to one embodiment, the first circuit board 248 accommodating electronic components (eg, the processor 120 and/or the memory 130 of FIG. 1) may be connected to the second cover member 221.

According to various embodiments, the rear cover 223 may protect components (eg, the first circuit board 248) located on the second cover member 221. For example, the rear cover 223 may be connected to the second cover member 221 and may be formed to surround at least a portion of the first circuit board 248 . According to one embodiment, the rear cover 223 may include an antenna pattern for communicating with an external electronic device. For example, the rear cover 223 may include a laser direct structuring (LDS) antenna.

According to various embodiments, the second rear plate 225 may substantially form the second housing 202 or at least a portion of the exterior of the electronic device 101. For example, the second rear plate 225 may be coupled to the outer surface of the second cover member 221. According to one embodiment, the second rear plate 225 may provide a decorative effect on the exterior of the electronic device 101. The second rear plate 215 may be manufactured using at least one of metal, glass, synthetic resin, or ceramic.

According to various embodiments, display assembly 230 may include a display 231 (e.g., display 203 in FIGS. 2 and/or 3) and a multi-bar structure 232 supporting display 203. You can. According to one embodiment, the display 231 may be referred to as a flexible display, foldable display, and/or rollable display.

According to various embodiments, the multi-bar structure 232 may be connected to or attached to at least a portion of the display 231 (eg, the second display area A2). According to one embodiment, as the second housing 202 slides, the multi-bar structure 232 may move relative to the first housing 201. In the closed state of the electronic device 101 (e.g., the state in FIG. 2), the multi-bar structure 232 is mostly accommodated inside the first housing 201, and includes the first cover member 211 and the second cover member. It can be located between (221). According to one embodiment, at least a portion of the multi-bar structure 232 may move in response to the curved surface 213a located at the edge of the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the multi-bar structure 232 may be referred to as a display support member or support structure, and may be in the form of an elastic plate.

According to various embodiments, the drive structure 240 can move the second housing 202 relative to the first housing 201 . For example, the drive structure 240 may include a motor 241 configured to generate a driving force for sliding movement of the housings 201 and 202. The drive structure 240 may include a gear (eg, pinion) connected to the motor 241 and a rack 242 configured to engage the gear.

According to various embodiments, the housing in which the rack 242 is located and the housing in which the motor 241 is located may be different. According to one embodiment, the motor 241 may be connected to the second housing 202, and the rack 242 may be connected to the first housing 201. According to another embodiment, the motor 241 may be connected to the first housing 201 and the rack 242 may be connected to the second housing 202.

According to various embodiments, the first housing 201 may accommodate a first circuit board 248 (eg, a main board). According to one embodiment, the processor (e.g., processor 120 of FIG. 1), memory (e.g., memory 130 of FIG. 1), and/or interface (e.g., interface 177 of FIG. 1) are the first It may be mounted on a circuit board 248. The processor may include, for example, one or more of a central processing unit, an application processor, a graphics processing unit, an image signal processor, a sensor hub processor, or a communication processor. According to various embodiments, the first circuit board 248 may include a flexible printed circuit board type radio frequency cable (FRC). The first circuit board 248 may be disposed on at least a portion of the second cover member 221 and may include an antenna module (e.g., the antenna module 197 in FIG. 1) and a communication module (e.g., the communication module in FIG. 1). 190)) can be electrically connected.

According to one embodiment, the memory may include, for example, volatile memory or non-volatile memory.

According to one embodiment, the interface may include, for example, a high definition multimedia interface (HDMI), a universal serial bus (USB) interface, an SD card interface, and/or an audio interface. For example, the interface may electrically or physically connect the electronic device 101 to an external electronic device and may include a USB connector, SD card/MMC connector, or audio connector.

According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 includes a first circuit board 248 (e.g., a main circuit board) and a second circuit board 249 (e.g., a sub-circuit) spaced apart from the first housing 201. substrate) may be included. The second circuit board 249 may be electrically connected to the first circuit board 248 through a flexible connection board. The second circuit board 249 may be electrically connected to electrical components disposed in the end area of the electronic device 101, such as the battery 289 or a speaker and/or SIM socket, to transmit signals and power. According to one embodiment, the second circuit board 249 may accommodate a wireless charging antenna (eg, coil). For example, the battery 289 can receive power from an external electronic device using the wireless charging antenna. As another example, the battery 289 may transfer power to an external electronic device using the wireless charging antenna.

According to various embodiments, the battery 289 is a device for supplying power to at least one component of the electronic device 101 and includes a non-rechargeable primary battery, a rechargeable secondary battery, or a fuel cell. can do. The battery 289 may be placed integrally within the electronic device 101, or may be placed to be detachable from the electronic device 101. According to one embodiment, the battery 289 may be formed as a single integrated battery or may include a plurality of separate batteries. According to one embodiment, the battery 289 is located in the frame 213, and the battery 289 can slide and move together with the frame 213.

According to various embodiments, the guide rail 250 may guide the movement of the multi-bar structure 232. For example, the multi-bar structure 232 can slide and move along the slit 251 formed in the guide rail 250. According to one embodiment, the guide rail 250 may be connected to the first housing 201. For example, the guide rail 250 may be connected to the first cover member 211 and/or the frame 213. According to one embodiment, the slit 251 may be referred to as a groove or recess formed on the inner surface of the guide rail 250.

According to various embodiments, the guide rail 250 may provide pressure to the multi-bar structure 233 based on the driving of the motor 241.

According to one embodiment, when the electronic device 101 changes from a closed state to an open state, the inner portion 252 of the guide rail 250 may provide pressure to the multi-bar structure 232. The multi-bar structure 232 receiving pressure moves along the slit 251 of the guide rail 250, and the second housing 202 changes from a slide-in state to a slide-out state with respect to the first housing 201. It can be. At least a portion of the display assembly 230 accommodated between the first cover member 211 and the frame 213 may be extended to the front.

According to one embodiment, when the electronic device 101 changes from an open state to a closed state, the outer portion 253 of the guide rail 250 may provide pressure to the bent multi-bar structure 232. The multi-bar structure 232 receiving pressure moves along the slit 251 of the guide rail 250, and the second housing 202 changes from a slide-out state to a slide-in state with respect to the first housing 201. It can be. At least a portion of the display assembly 230 may be accommodated between the first cover member 211 and the frame 213.

Referring to FIG. 5A , when the electronic device 101 is closed, at least a portion of the second housing 202 may be arranged to be accommodated in the first housing 201 . As the second housing 202 is arranged to be accommodated in the first housing 201, the overall volume of the electronic device 101 may be reduced. According to one embodiment, when the second housing 202 is accommodated in the first housing 201, the visually exposed size of the display 231 may be reduced. For example, when the second housing 202 is completely accommodated in the first housing 201, the first display area A1 of the display 231 is visually exposed, and the second display area A2 is visually exposed. It may not be exposed. At least a portion of the second display area A2 may be disposed between the battery 289 and the rear plates 215 and 225.

Referring to FIG. 5B , when the electronic device 101 is in an open state, at least a portion of the second housing 202 may protrude from the first housing 201 . As the second housing 202 protrudes from the first housing 201, the overall volume of the electronic device 101 may increase. According to one embodiment, when the second housing 202 protrudes from the first housing 201, at least a portion of the second display area A2 of the display 231 is included in the electronic device together with the first display area A1. It can be visually exposed to the outside of (101).

6 shows, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 changes the shape of the electronic device 101 (e.g., closed) while terminating the multi-window mode upon detection of the first user gesture 740. This is an example drawing to explain the function or operation of changing from a state to a fully open state. FIGS. 7A to 7D are example diagrams for explaining the function or operation described in FIG. 6 from a user interface perspective.

Referring to FIG. 6, according to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 610, the electronic device 101 selects the first user for the first screen 700 displayed on the flexible display (e.g., the display 203). Gesture 740 can be detected. According to an embodiment of the present document, the first screen 700 is a first screen displayed through a multi-window mode (e.g., a display mode that displays each of a plurality of application execution screens simultaneously), as shown in FIG. 7A. 1 The first execution screen 710 of the application (e.g., calendar application), the second execution screen 720 of the second application (e.g., call application), and/or the first execution screen 710 and the second execution screen ( It may include a first visual object 730 displayed at the border of the screen 720 and indicating the border between the first execution screen 710 and the second execution screen 720. According to an embodiment of the present document, the first user gesture 740 is a specified direction (e.g., first visual object 730) relative to the first screen 700 (e.g., first visual object 730), as shown in FIG. 7B. It may include a drag gesture in a first direction). According to an embodiment of the present document, the first user gesture 740 includes, in addition to the drag gesture, a swipe gesture, a tap gesture, a touch gesture using an external electronic device (e.g., a stylus pen), and/ Alternatively, it may include various gestures such as a hovering gesture.

According to an embodiment of this document, in operation 620, the electronic device 101 changes the screen ratio according to the multi-window mode based on detection of the first user gesture 740, displays the screen, and then displays the first screen ratio. It may be determined whether the user gesture 740 is released after being held in the designated area 760 of the flexible display (e.g., the display 203) for more than a designated time. According to an embodiment of the present document, the first user gesture 740 moves the first visual object 730 to the designated area 760 of the flexible display (e.g., display 203), as shown in FIG. 7B. It can include a drag gesture for dragging. According to an embodiment of the present document, the designated area 760 is the area around the edge of the flexible display (e.g., the display 203) exposed to the outside (e.g., the area around the top edge), as shown in FIG. 7C. As, it may include a rectangular area with a height of Y2 - Y1)). According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 may be defined in advance (eg, at the time of manufacturing the electronic device 101) or may be defined by the user. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 is configured to allow the first user to move the first visual object 730 in a first direction (e.g., toward the top edge), as shown in FIG. 7C. Based on the detection of the gesture 740, the properties of the second execution screen 720 of the second application (e.g., the size of various objects included in the second execution screen 720, the type and/or resolution of the visual object, and The third execution screen 730 of the second application, in which the same visual elements) are at least partially changed, may be displayed on the enlarged application execution screen area. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 performs a first user gesture 740 in a designated area 760 (eg, the top edge of an externally exposed flexible display) for a designated time (eg, 3 seconds). ) may be held (eg, whether a second user gesture is detected). According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 releases the first user gesture 740 after it is held in the designated area 760 (e.g., the top edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for more than a designated time. You can judge whether it works or not.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 630, the electronic device 101 inserts the second housing 202 into the first housing 201 (e.g., in an open state) based on the determination in operation 620. to a completely closed state), or the second housing 202 may be pulled out of the first housing 201 by a specified length (eg, converted from a completely closed state to a completely open state). According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 is configured to display the first user gesture 740 in a designated area 760 (e.g., a flexible display exposed to the outside) while the electronic device 101 is in a completely closed state. Based on the determination that the second housing 202 has been released after being held for a specified time or more, the second housing 202 is pulled out of the first housing 201 by a specified length (e.g., completely switch from a closed state to a fully open state). According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 may change the application execution screen area (eg, window) based on the first user gesture 740 for the first visual object 730. The electronic device 101 according to an embodiment of the present document is an input device (e.g., change from closed state to open state and/or change from open state to closed state) of the electronic device 200. : Based on the user input to the key input device 245, 1041) being obtained, the state of the electronic device 200 can be changed while maintaining the multi-window mode. In this case, the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment of the present document modifies the properties of the screen at least partially to suit the electronic device 200 whose state has changed and displays the application execution screen (e.g., the first execution screen). A screen 710 and a second execution screen 720) can be displayed.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 640, the electronic device 101 displays a second screen (e.g., a second screen of the first application) that is different from the first screen on the electronic device 101 whose shape has been changed according to operation 630. The fourth execution screen 750) can be displayed. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 is based on detecting that the first user gesture 740 is released in the designated area 760 (e.g., the upper edge of the externally exposed flexible display), A fourth execution screen having properties (e.g., size, type of visual object, and/or resolution) that are at least partially different from the third execution screen 730 on the extended flexible display (e.g., display 203) area ( 750) can be displayed in full screen (e.g., exit multi-window mode). While the electronic device 101 is displaying a plurality of application execution screens in a multi-window mode in an open state (e.g., completely open state), the first visual object 730 is displayed in a designated area 760 (e.g., exposed). When detecting a gesture moving to the area around the bottom edge of the flexible display (e.g., a rectangular area with Y3 as the height)), the state of the electronic device 101 is switched from the open state to the closed state, and either The execution screen of the application can also be displayed in full screen (e.g., exit multi-window mode). According to an embodiment of this document, operations 630 and 640 may be performed substantially simultaneously (e.g., changing the state of the electronic device 101 while expanding the application execution screen in real time), or may be performed at different times. It may be possible (e.g., after the state of the electronic device 101 changes, an application execution screen is displayed).

FIG. 8 shows that the electronic device 101 changes the shape of the electronic device 101 (e.g., changes from a closed state to a fully open state) while scrolling the screen being displayed according to detection of the first user gesture 740. ) This is an example drawing to explain the function or operation. FIGS. 9A to 9D are example diagrams for explaining the function or operation described in FIG. 8 from a user interface perspective.

Referring to FIG. 8, in operation 810, the electronic device 101 displays a first screen (e.g., a fifth execution screen of a third application (e.g., a launcher application)) displayed on a flexible display (e.g., display 203). The first user gesture 740 for (910)) may be detected. According to an embodiment of this document, the fifth execution screen 910 of the third application is substantially the entire screen on the flexible display (e.g., display 203) on which the specific application execution screen is exposed, as shown in FIG. 9A. It can be displayed on the screen. According to an embodiment of the present document, the status bar area 940 (e.g., an area where the current time or battery status is displayed) is displayed on the fifth execution screen 910, overlapping with the fifth execution screen 910. It may be displayed in a separate area. According to an embodiment of the present document, the first user gesture 740 is a drag in a designated direction (e.g., first direction 950) with respect to the fifth execution screen 910, as shown in FIG. 9B. May include gestures. According to an embodiment of the present document, the first user gesture 740 includes, in addition to the drag gesture, a swipe gesture, a tap gesture, a touch gesture using an external electronic device (e.g., a stylus pen), and/ Alternatively, it may include various gestures such as a hovering gesture.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 820, the electronic device 101 displays a first screen (e.g., a third application (e.g., launcher) based on the first user gesture 740 detected in operation 810. The fifth execution screen 910 of the application) may be scrolled to display the second screen (e.g., the sixth execution screen 920 of the third application (e.g., launcher application)). According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 displays a sixth execution screen 920 in which the fifth execution screen 910 is scrolled according to the first user gesture 740, as shown in FIG. 9C. Can be displayed on a flexible display (e.g., display 203).

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 830, the electronic device 101, based on detection of the first user gesture 740, displays the first user gesture 740 on the flexible display (e.g., display 203). ), it is possible to determine whether it is released after being held for more than a specified time in the designated area 760. According to an embodiment of the present document, the first user gesture 740, as shown in FIG. 9B, starts from an area of the fifth execution screen 910 and moves to a designated area 760 (e.g., display 203 )), which may include a drag gesture directed toward the rectangular area)) having a height of Y2 - Y1. According to an embodiment of the present document, the designated area 760 includes the area around the edge (e.g., top edge) of the flexible display (e.g., display 203) exposed to the outside, as shown in FIG. 9C. can do. According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 may be defined in advance (eg, at the time of manufacturing the electronic device 101) or may be defined by the user. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 displays the sixth execution screen 920 at a specified time (e.g., the upper edge of the externally exposed flexible display) in the designated area 760 ( It may be determined whether the first user gesture 740 is held for (eg, 3 seconds). According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 releases the first user gesture 740 after it is held in the designated area 760 (e.g., the top edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for more than a specified time. You can judge whether it works or not.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 840, the electronic device 101 inserts the second housing 202 into the first housing 201 (e.g., in an open state) based on the determination in operation 830. to a completely closed state), or the second housing 202 may be pulled out of the first housing 201 by a specified length (eg, converted from a closed state to a completely open state). For example, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 may display the first user gesture 740 in a designated area 760 (e.g., exposed to the outside) while the electronic device 101 is in a closed state. Based on the judgment that it has been released after being held at the upper edge of the flexible display for more than a specified time, the second housing 202 is pulled out of the first housing 201 by a specified length, as shown in FIG. 9D. (e.g., switching from a completely closed state to a completely open state).

According to an embodiment of this document, in operation 850, the electronic device 101 displays a second screen (e.g., a third application (e.g., launcher application)) on the electronic device 101 whose form has been changed according to operation 840. A third screen (e.g., a seventh execution screen 930 of a third application) that is different from the sixth execution screen 920 may be displayed. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 is based on detecting that the first user gesture 740 is released in the designated area 760 (e.g., the upper edge of the externally exposed flexible display), A seventh execution screen 930 having different properties (e.g., size, type of visual object, and/or resolution) from the sixth execution screen 920 is displayed on the extended flexible display (e.g., display 203) area. It can be displayed in full screen. While the seventh execution screen 930 is displayed in an open state (e.g., completely open state) of the electronic device 101, a designated area 760 (e.g., a rectangular area with a height of Y3, where the exposed flexible When detecting a gesture moving to the area around the lower edge of the display, the state of the electronic device 101 may be switched from the open state to the closed state and an execution screen (e.g., the fifth execution screen 910) may be displayed. there is. According to an embodiment of the present document, operations 840 and 850 may be performed substantially simultaneously (e.g., changing the state of the electronic device 101 while expanding the application execution screen in real time) or may be performed at different times. It may be possible (e.g., after the state of the electronic device 101 changes, an application execution screen is displayed).

FIGS. 10 and 11 are exemplary diagrams for explaining an electronic device 101 having a display expansion form in a direction different from the form of the electronic device 101 described with reference to FIG. 2 .

10 and 11 show a structure in which the display 203 (eg, a flexible display) extends to the right when viewed from the front of the electronic device 101. However, the expansion direction of the display 1003 is not limited to one direction (eg, left direction), and may be designed to be expanded in the left direction and/or both directions.

The state shown in FIG. 10 can be defined as the first housing 1001 being closed with respect to the second housing 1002, and the state shown in FIG. 11 can be defined as the first housing 1001 being closed with respect to the second housing 1002. The housing 1001 may be defined as open. Depending on the embodiment, “closed state” or “open state” may be defined as a state in which the electronic device is closed or open.

Referring to FIGS. 10 and 11 , the electronic device 101 may include housings 1001 and 1002 . The housings 1001 and 1002 may include a first housing 1002 and a second housing 1001 movably disposed with respect to the first housing 1002 . In some embodiments, the electronic device 101 may be interpreted as a structure in which the first housing 1002 is arranged to be slidably movable on the second housing 1001. According to one embodiment, the second housing 1001 may be arranged to be able to reciprocate a certain distance in the direction shown with respect to the first housing 1002, for example, in the direction indicated by arrow ①.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 1001 may be called, for example, a first structure, a slide unit, or a slide housing, and may be arranged to be reciprocatable on the first housing 1002. According to one embodiment, the second housing 1001 can accommodate various electrical and electronic components such as a circuit board or battery. The first housing 1002 may be called, for example, a second structure, a main part, or a main housing, and may guide the movement of the second housing 1001. A portion of the display 1003 (eg, the first display area A1) may be seated in the second housing 1001. According to one embodiment, another portion of the display 1003 (e.g., the second display area A2) moves as the second housing 1001 moves (e.g., slides) relative to the first housing 1002. , It may be stored inside the first housing 1002 (e.g., slide-in operation) or exposed to the outside of the first housing 1002 (e.g., slide-out operation). . According to one embodiment, a motor, a speaker, a SIM socket, and/or a sub circuit board electrically connected to the main circuit board may be disposed in the second housing 1001. A circuit board equipped with electrical components such as an application processor (AP) or a communication processor (CP) may be disposed in the second housing 1002.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 1001 may include a first cover member 1011 (eg, a slide plate). The first cover member 1011 has a first surface forming at least a portion of the first cover member 1011 (e.g., the first surface F1 in FIG. 11) and a surface facing in a direction opposite to the first surface F1. It may include a second side (F2). According to one embodiment, the first cover member 1011 may support at least a portion of the display 1003 (eg, the first display area A1).

According to various embodiments, the first housing 1002 includes a second plate 1021 (e.g., main case), a 2-1 side wall 1021a extending from the second plate 1021, and a 2-1 side wall. A 2-2 side wall (1021b) extending from (1021a) and the second plate (1021) and a 2-1 side wall (1021a) and a second plate (1021) extending from the 2-2 side wall (1021b). It may include substantially parallel second-third sidewalls 1021c. According to one embodiment, the 2-2 side wall 1021b and the 2-3 side wall 1021c may be formed substantially perpendicular to the 2-1 side wall 1021a. According to one embodiment, the second plate 1021, the 2-1 side wall 1021a, the 2-2 side wall 1021b, and the 2-3 side wall 1021c form at least a portion of the second housing 1001. One side (e.g., front face) may be formed in an open shape to accommodate (or surround). For example, the second housing 1001 is coupled to the second housing 1002 in a state that is at least partially surrounded, and is guided by the second housing 1002 and moves on the first side (F1) or the second side (F2). ) can be slided in a direction parallel to (for example, arrow ①). According to one embodiment, the second plate 1021, the 2-1 side wall 1021a, the 2-2 side wall 1021b, and/or the 2-3 side wall 1021c may be formed as one piece. According to another embodiment, the second plate 1021, the 2-1 side wall 1021a, the 2-2 side wall 1021b, and/or the 2-3 side wall 1021c are formed in separate configurations and are combined or Can be assembled.

According to various embodiments, the second housing 1001 is connected to the second housing 1002 in a first direction (e.g., direction ①) parallel to the 2-2 side wall 1021b or the 2-3 side wall 1021c. It is movable in an open state and a closed state, and the second housing 1001 is located at a first distance from the 2-1 side wall 1021a in the closed state, and is located at a first distance from the 2-1 side wall 1021a in the open state. It can be moved to be located at a second distance that is greater than the distance. According to various embodiments, the electronic device 101 may include a display 1003, a key input device 1041, a connector hole 1043, an audio module 1047a, 1047b, or a camera module 1049a, 1049b. . Although not shown, the electronic device 101 may further include an indicator (eg, LED device) or various sensor modules.

According to various embodiments, the display 1003 may include a first display area (A1) and a second display area (A2). According to one embodiment, the first display area A1 may be disposed on the second housing 1002. The second display area A2 may extend from the first display area A1. At least a portion of the first display area A1 is inserted or stored into the first housing 1002 (e.g., structure) according to the slide movement of the second housing 1001, or is inserted into the first housing 1002 (e.g., a structure). It may be exposed to the outside.

According to various embodiments, the second display area A2 moves substantially while being guided by an area (e.g., a curved surface) of the second housing 1001 to move inside the first housing 1002, or the second display area A2. 2 It can be stored in the space formed between the housing 1001 and the first housing 1002 or exposed to the outside. According to one embodiment, the second display area A2 may move based on the slide movement of the second housing 1001 in the first direction (eg, the direction indicated by arrow ①). For example, while the second housing 1001 slides, a portion of the second display area A2 may be deformed into a curved shape at a position corresponding to the curved surface of the second housing 1001.

According to various embodiments, when viewed from the top of the first plate 1011 (e.g., a slide plate), when the second housing 1001 moves from a closed state to an open state, the second display area A2 gradually expands. It may be exposed to the outside of the first housing 1002 and form a substantially flat surface together with the first display area A1. The display 1003 may be combined with or disposed adjacent to a touch detection circuit, a pressure sensor capable of measuring the intensity (pressure) of touch, and/or a digitizer that detects a magnetic field-type stylus pen. In one embodiment, the second display area A2 may be at least partially accommodated inside the first housing 1002, and the second display area A2 may be displayed even in the state shown in FIG. 10 (e.g., closed state). A portion of may be visually exposed to the outside. According to one of various embodiments, the electronic device 101 may include at least one hinge structure. The hinge structure may connect the second housing 1001 and the first housing 1002. For example, the hinge structure may be connected to the first plate 1011 and the second plate 221. According to one embodiment, the hinge structure can transmit a driving force for guiding the slide movement of the second housing 1001 to the second housing 1001. For example, the hinge structure includes an elastic material (e.g., a spring) and provides an elastic force in a first direction (e.g., direction ① in FIG. 11) based on the slide movement of the second housing 1001. You can. According to one embodiment, the hinge structure may be excluded.

According to various embodiments, the key input device 1041 may be located in one area of the second housing 1001. Depending on appearance and usage conditions, the illustrated key input device 1041 may be omitted, or the electronic device 101 may be designed to include additional key input device(s). According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include a key input device (not shown), for example, a home key button, or a touch pad disposed around the home key button. According to another embodiment, at least a portion of the key input device 1041 is on the 2-1 side wall 1021a, the 2-2 side wall 1021b, or the 2-3 side wall 1021c of the first housing 1002. can be placed in

According to various embodiments, the connector hole 1043 may be omitted depending on the embodiment, and may accommodate a connector (eg, USB connector) for transmitting and receiving power and/or data to and from an external electronic device. Although not shown, the electronic device 101 may include a plurality of connector holes 1043, and some of the plurality of connector holes 1043 may function as connector holes for transmitting and receiving audio signals to and from an external electronic device. . In the illustrated embodiment, the connector hole 1043 is disposed on the 2-3 side wall 1021c, but the present invention is not limited thereto, and the connector hole 1043 or a connector hole not shown is located on the 2-1 side wall 1021a. Alternatively, it may be disposed on the 2-2 side wall (1021b).

According to various embodiments, the audio modules 1047a and 1047b may include at least one speaker hole 1047a or at least one microphone hole 1047b. One of the speaker holes 1047a may be provided as a receiver hall for voice calls, and the other may be provided as an external speaker hall. The electronic device 101 includes a microphone for acquiring sound, and the microphone can acquire sound external to the electronic device 101 through the microphone hole 1047b. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include a plurality of microphones to detect the direction of sound. According to one embodiment, the electronic device 101 may include an audio module in which the speaker hole 1047a and the microphone hole 1047b are implemented as one hole, or may include a speaker excluding the speaker hole 1047a (e.g. : Piezo speaker).

According to various embodiments, the camera modules 1049a and 1049b may include a first camera module 1049a and/or a second camera module 1049b. The second camera module 1049b is located in the second housing 1001 and can capture a subject in a direction opposite to the first display area A1 of the display 1003. The electronic device 101 may include a plurality of camera modules 1049a and 1049b. For example, the electronic device 101 may include at least one of a wide-angle camera, a telephoto camera, or a macro camera, and, depending on the embodiment, may include an infrared projector and/or an infrared receiver to measure the distance to the subject. there is. The camera modules 1049a and 1049b may include one or more lenses, an image sensor, and/or an image signal processor. The first camera module 1049a may be arranged to face the same direction as the display 1003. For example, the first camera module 1049a may be placed around the first display area A1 or in an area overlapping with the display 1003, and when placed in an area overlapping with the display 1003, the display ( 1003) can be transmitted to photograph a subject. According to one embodiment, the first camera module 1049a may not be visually exposed to the screen display area (e.g., the first display area A1) and includes a hidden under display camera (UDC). can do.

According to various embodiments, an indicator (not shown) of the electronic device 101 may be placed in the second housing 1001 or the first housing 1002 and includes a light emitting diode to provide status information of the electronic device 101. can be provided as a visual signal. A sensor module (not shown) of the electronic device 101 may generate an electrical signal or data value corresponding to an internal operating state of the electronic device 101 or an external environmental state. The sensor module may include, for example, a proximity sensor, a fingerprint sensor, or a biometric sensor (e.g., an iris/facial recognition sensor or an HRM sensor). In another embodiment, at least one of a sensor module, e.g., a gesture sensor, a gyro sensor, a barometric sensor, a magnetic sensor, an acceleration sensor, a grip sensor, a color sensor, an infrared (IR) sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or a light sensor. You can include one more.

FIGS. 12A to 12D are example diagrams from a user interface perspective in which the function or operation described in FIG. 6 is performed in the electronic device 101 having the form shown in FIGS. 10 and 11 .

Referring to FIGS. 12A to 12D , the electronic device 101 may detect a third user gesture 1230 on the fourth screen 1200 displayed on a flexible display (eg, display 1003). According to an embodiment of this document, the fourth screen 1200 is a first screen displayed through a multi-window mode (e.g., a display mode that displays each of a plurality of application execution screens simultaneously), as shown in FIG. 12A. The eighth execution screen 1210 of the first application (e.g. calendar application), the ninth execution screen 1220 of the second application (e.g. call application) and/or the eighth execution screen 1210 and the ninth execution screen ( It may include a second visual object 1260 displayed at the border of the screen 1220 and indicating the border between the eighth execution screen 1210 and the ninth execution screen 1220. According to an embodiment of the present document, the second user gesture 1230 is a specified direction (e.g., a direction relative to the fourth screen 1200 (e.g., the second visual object 1260)), as shown in FIG. 12B. It may include a drag gesture in the second direction (right direction). According to an embodiment of the present document, the second user gesture 1230 includes, in addition to the drag gesture, a swipe gesture, a tap gesture, a touch gesture using an external electronic device (e.g., a stylus pen), and/ Alternatively, it may include various gestures such as a hovering gesture.

According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 changes the screen ratio according to the multi-window mode based on detection of the second user gesture 1230, displays the screen, and then displays the second user gesture 1230. ) can be determined whether it is released after being held for more than a specified time in a designated area 760 of a flexible display (e.g., display 1003). According to an embodiment of the present document, the second user gesture 1230 moves the second visual object 1260 to the designated area 760 of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003), as shown in FIG. 12B. It can include a drag gesture for dragging. According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 includes an area around the edge (e.g., right edge) of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003) exposed to the outside, as shown in FIG. 12C. can do. According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 may be defined in advance (eg, at the time of manufacturing the electronic device 101) or may be defined by the user. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 displays a second user gesture 1230 in a designated area 760 (eg, the top edge of an externally exposed flexible display) for a designated time (eg, 3 seconds). ) can be determined whether it is held. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 releases the second user gesture 1230 after it is held in the designated area 760 (e.g., the top edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for more than a designated time. You can judge whether it works or not.

According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 inserts the second housing 1002 into the first housing 1001 (e.g., switches from an open state to a closed state), or inserts the second housing 1002 into the first housing 1001. (1002) may be pulled out of the first housing (1001) by a specified length (eg, converted from a closed state to a fully open state). For example, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 may display the second user gesture 1230 in the designated area 760 (e.g., exposed to the outside) while the electronic device 101 is in a closed state. Based on the judgment that it was released after being held for more than a specified time (right edge of the flexible display), as shown in FIG. 12D, the second housing 1002 is pulled out of the first housing 1001 by a specified length ( (e.g. switching from closed to open). According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 may change the application execution screen area (eg, window) based on the second user gesture 1230 for the second visual object 1260. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 is configured to allow a second user to move the second visual object 1260 in a second direction (e.g., toward the right edge), as shown in FIG. 12C. Based on the detection of the gesture 1230, the properties of the eighth execution screen 1210 of the first application (e.g., the size of various objects included in the eighth execution screen 1210, the type and/or resolution of the visual object, and The tenth execution screen 1240 of the first application, in which the same visual elements) have been changed, may be displayed on the enlarged application execution screen area.

According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 displays a fifth screen (e.g., the eleventh screen 1250 of the first application) that is different from the fourth screen 1200 on the electronic device 101 whose form has been changed. )) can be displayed. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 is based on detecting that the second user gesture 1230 is released in the designated area 760 (e.g., the right edge of the flexible display exposed to the outside), An eleventh execution screen 1250 having different properties (e.g. size, type of visual object, and/or resolution, etc.) from the tenth execution screen 1240 on the extended flexible display (e.g. display 1003) area. can be displayed in full screen (e.g., exit multi-window mode). In this case, the electronic device 101 can end the multi-window mode. Although not shown in the drawing, while the electronic device 101 is displaying a plurality of application execution screens in a multi-window mode in an open state (e.g., completely open state), a second visual object 1260 is designated. When a gesture moving to the area 760 (e.g., the area around the left edge of the exposed flexible display) is detected, the state of the electronic device 101 is switched from the open state to the closed state, and one application is executed. You can also display the screen in full screen (e.g. exit multi-window mode). A function or operation for changing the state of the electronic device 101 and an application execution screen (e.g., a screen in an intermediate state between the eighth execution screen 1210 and the tenth execution screen 1240) according to an embodiment of the present document. The function or operation that displays may be performed substantially simultaneously (e.g., changing the state of the electronic device 101 while expanding the application execution screen in real time) or may be performed at different times (e.g., the electronic device (101) 101) After the status is changed, the application execution screen is displayed).

FIGS. 13A to 13C are example diagrams from a user interface perspective in which the function or operation described in FIG. 8 is performed in the electronic device 101 having the form shown in FIGS. 10 and 11 .

Referring to FIGS. 13A to 13C , the electronic device 101 displays a sixth screen (e.g., a twelfth execution screen (e.g., a third application (e.g., launcher application)) displayed on a flexible display (e.g., display 1003)). 1310), the third user gesture 1320 can be detected. According to an embodiment of the present document, the twelfth execution screen 1310 of the third application is substantially the entirety of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003) on which the specific application execution screen is exposed, as shown in FIG. 13A. It can be displayed on the screen. According to an embodiment of this document, the status bar area (e.g., an area where the current time or battery status is displayed) may be displayed on the twelfth execution screen 1310, overlapping with the twelfth execution screen 1310. , may be displayed in a separate area. According to an embodiment of the present document, the third user gesture 1320 is a drag in a designated direction (e.g., a second direction as the right direction) with respect to the twelfth execution screen 1310, as shown in FIG. 13A. May include gestures. According to an embodiment of the present document, the third user gesture 1320 includes, in addition to the drag gesture, a swipe gesture, a tap gesture, a touch gesture using an external electronic device (e.g., a stylus pen), and/ Alternatively, it may include various gestures such as a hovering gesture.

According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 displays a sixth screen (e.g., a twelfth execution screen 1310 of a third application (e.g., a launcher application)) based on the third user gesture 1320. ) can be scrolled to display the seventh screen (e.g., the 13th execution screen 1330 of a third application (e.g., launcher application)). According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 displays a thirteenth execution screen 1330 in which the twelfth execution screen 1310 is scrolled according to the third user gesture 1320, as shown in FIG. 13B. Can be displayed on a flexible display (e.g., display 1003).

According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101, based on detection of the third user gesture 1320, detects the third user gesture 1320 in a designated area of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003). At 760, it can be determined whether the device is released after being held for more than a specified time. According to an embodiment of the present document, the first user gesture 740 starts from an area of the twelfth execution screen 1310 and moves to a designated area 760 (e.g., as shown in FIGS. 13A and 13B). It may include a drag gesture toward the right edge of the display 1003. According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 is an area (e.g., surrounding the edge (e.g., right edge) of the externally exposed flexible display (e.g., display 1003), as shown in FIG. 13B. : The surrounding area of the right edge, which may include a rectangular area with height X2 - X1). According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 may be defined in advance (eg, at the time of manufacturing the electronic device 101) or may be defined by the user. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 displays the 13th execution screen 1330 at a designated time (e.g., the upper edge of a flexible display exposed to the outside) in a designated area 760 (e.g., the upper edge of a flexible display exposed to the outside). It may be determined whether the third user gesture 1320 is held for (e.g. 3 seconds). According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 releases the third user gesture 1320 after it is held in the designated area 760 (e.g., the top edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for more than a specified time. You can judge whether it works or not.

According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 inserts the second housing 1002 into the first housing 1001 (e.g., from an open state to a completely closed state), based on a determination of whether to release the second housing 1002. state), or the second housing 1002 can be pulled out of the first housing 1001 by a specified length (eg, converted from a completely closed state to a completely open state). For example, according to one embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 may move the third user gesture 1320 to the designated area 760 (e.g., to the outside) while the electronic device 101 is in a completely closed state. Based on the judgment that it has been released after being held for more than a specified time at the exposed upper edge of the flexible display, the second housing 1002 is pulled out of the first housing 1001 by a specified length, as shown in FIG. 13C. (e.g., switching from a completely closed state to a completely open state).

According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 displays a seventh screen (e.g., a 13th execution screen 1330 of a third application (e.g., a launcher application)) on the electronic device 101 whose form has been changed. An eighth screen (e.g., a fourteenth execution screen 1340 of a third application) that is different from the above may be displayed. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 is based on detecting that the third user gesture 1320 is released in the designated area 760 (e.g., the right edge of the externally exposed flexible display), A fourteenth execution screen 1340 having different properties (e.g. size, type of visual object, and/or resolution, etc.) from the thirteenth execution screen 1330 on the extended flexible display (e.g. display 1003) area. can be displayed in full screen. Although not shown in the drawing, according to one embodiment, the designated area 760 ( For example, when detecting a gesture moving to the exposed bottom edge area), the state of the electronic device 101 is switched from the open state to the fully closed state and the execution screen (e.g., the twelfth execution screen 1310) is detected. )) can also be displayed. A function or operation for changing the state of the electronic device 101 and an application execution screen (e.g., a screen in an intermediate state between the 13th execution screen 1330 and the 14th execution screen 1340) according to an embodiment of the present document. The function or operation that displays may be performed substantially simultaneously (e.g., changing the state of the electronic device 101 while expanding the application execution screen in real time) or may be performed at different times (e.g., the electronic device (101) 101) After the status is changed, the application execution screen is displayed).

14 shows at least one icon (e.g., the first icon 1510, the second icon 1520, the third icon 1530, and/or the fourth icon 1540) displayed on the electronic device 101. This is an example diagram to explain a function or operation of changing the shape of the electronic device 101 based on an input. 15A and 15B, with respect to FIG. 14, when a user gesture (e.g., second user gesture 1230) in the first direction (e.g., right direction) is detected, at least one icon (e.g., the first user gesture 1230) is displayed. 1 icon 1510, second icon 1520, third icon 1530, and/or fourth icon 1540) displayed around the edge of the display (e.g., display 1003) corresponding to the first direction. These are example drawings to explain a function or operation from a user interface perspective. 16A and 16B , with respect to FIG. 14 , when a user gesture (e.g., second user gesture 1230) in a second direction (e.g., left direction) is detected, at least one icon (e.g., a second user gesture 1230) is displayed. 1 icon 1510, second icon 1520, third icon 1530, and/or fourth icon 1540) displayed around the edge of the display (e.g., display 1003) corresponding to the second direction. These are example drawings to explain a function or operation from a user interface perspective.

Referring to FIG. 14, in operation 1410, the electronic device 101 performs a user gesture (e.g., a user gesture) on the first screen (e.g., the ninth screen 1500) displayed on the flexible display (e.g., the display 1003). The second user gesture 1230) can be detected. According to an embodiment of this document, the ninth screen 1500 is the first screen displayed through a multi-window mode (e.g., a display mode that displays each of a plurality of application execution screens simultaneously), as shown in FIG. 15A. The 15th execution screen 1505 of the first application (e.g., calendar application), the 16th execution screen 1515 of the second application (e.g., call application), and/or the 15th execution screen 1505 and the 16th execution screen ( 1515) and may include a third visual object 1500a indicating the boundary between the 15th execution screen 1505 and the 16th execution screen 1515. According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., second user gesture 1230) is displayed on the ninth screen 1500 (e.g., third visual object 1500a), as shown in FIG. 15A. It may include a drag gesture in a specified direction (e.g., a second direction as the right direction). According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., second user gesture 1230) is displayed on the ninth screen 1500 (e.g., third visual object 1500a), as shown in FIG. 16A. It may include a drag gesture in a designated direction (e.g., a third direction as the left direction). According to an embodiment of the present document, the user gesture (e.g., the second user gesture 1230) includes, in addition to the drag gesture, a swipe gesture, a tap gesture, and an external electronic device (e.g., a stylus pen). It may include various gestures such as touch gestures and/or hovering gestures.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1420, the electronic device 101 detects the user gesture at a specified time in a designated area 760 of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003), based on detection of the user gesture. You can determine whether or not there is an abnormal hold. According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., a second user gesture 1230), as shown in FIGS. 15A and 16A, moves the third visual object 1500a to a flexible display (e.g., a display ( It may include a drag gesture for dragging to a designated area 760 (1003)). According to an embodiment of the present document, the designated area 760 is, as shown in FIG. 15A, an area around the edge (e.g., right edge) of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003) exposed to the outside, or As shown in FIG. 16A, it may include an area around the edge (eg, left edge) of the flexible display (eg, display 1003) exposed to the outside. According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 may be defined in advance (eg, at the time of manufacturing the electronic device 101) or may be defined by the user. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 determines whether the user gesture is held for a specified time (e.g., 3 seconds) in the designated area 760 (e.g., the right edge of the flexible display exposed to the outside). can be judged. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 may determine whether the user gesture is held in the designated area 760 (e.g., the right edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for more than a designated time.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1430, the electronic device 101 displays a first gesture around the area where the user gesture (e.g., the second user gesture 1230) is being held, based on the determination in operation 1420. 2 A first icon 1510 for inserting the housing (e.g., the second housing 1002) into the inside of the first housing (e.g., the first housing 1001) and the second housing (e.g., the second housing 1002) ))) at least one icon (e.g., the second icon 1520, the third icon 1530, and/or the fourth icon) for drawing out the first housing (e.g., the first housing 1001) by a specified length. (1540)) can be displayed. According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1440, the electronic device 101 displays a first icon 1510 or at least one second icon (e.g., a second icon 1520, a third icon 1530, and /or insert the second housing (e.g., second housing 1002) into the first housing (e.g., first housing 1001) based on the user input for the fourth icon 1540), The shape of the electronic device 101 can be changed by pulling the second housing (eg, second housing 1002) out of the first housing (eg, first housing 1001) by a specified length. According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1450, the electronic device 101 displays a first screen (e.g., a 15th execution screen of the first application) on the electronic device 101 whose shape has been changed according to operation 1440. 1505), a second screen (e.g., a 17th execution screen 1535 of the first application) may be displayed.

According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 may determine whether the current state of the electronic device 101 is in an open state in order to display the first icon 1510. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 may change the state of the electronic device 101 from an open state to a closed state according to a selection input for the first icon 1510. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101, as shown in FIG. 15B, executes the 17th execution of the first application having different properties from the 15th execution screen 1505 in a completely closed state. Screen 1535 can be displayed. Alternatively, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101, in a completely closed state, as shown in FIG. 16B, displays a second screen with properties that are at least partially different from the sixteenth execution screen 1515. The 18th execution screen 1620 of the application may be displayed. According to an embodiment of this document, the first icon 1510 may not be displayed when the electronic device 101 is in a completely closed state. According to an embodiment of the present document, the selection input for the first icon 1510 may include continuous touch input starting from the point being held and heading toward the first icon 1510. According to an embodiment of the present document, the selection input for the first icon 1510 may include a discontinuous input for selecting the first icon 1510 after the hold of the user gesture is released. To this end, the electronic device 101 according to an embodiment of the present document displays at least one icon (e.g., the first icon 1510, the second icon 1520, and the third icon) for a specified time after the user gesture is released. (1530) and/or the fourth icon (1540)) may remain displayed. According to an embodiment of this document, the second icon 1520 is an icon for displaying the execution screen of the application (e.g., the execution screen of the first application or the execution screen of the second application) at a ratio of 4:3. It can be included. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 responds to a selection input for the second icon 1520 (e.g., continuous touch input starting from the point being held and heading toward the second icon 1520). Based on this, the electronic device uses a flexible display (e.g., display 1003) for a specified length to display the execution screen of the application (e.g., the execution screen of the first application or the execution screen of the second application) at a ratio of 4:3. (101) It can be withdrawn to the outside or inserted into the electronic device (101). According to an embodiment of this document, the third icon 1530 is an icon for displaying the execution screen of an application (e.g., the execution screen of the first application or the execution screen of the second application) at a ratio of 16:9. It can be included. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 responds to a selection input for the third icon 1530 (e.g., continuous touch input starting from the point being held and heading toward the third icon 1530). Based on this, an electronic device uses a flexible display (e.g., display 1003) for a specified length to display the execution screen of the application (e.g., the execution screen of the first application or the execution screen of the second application) at a ratio of 16:9. (101) It can be withdrawn to the outside or inserted into the electronic device (101). According to an embodiment of this document, the fourth icon 1540 includes an icon for displaying an execution screen of an application (e.g., an execution screen of the first application) when the electronic device 101 is completely open. can do. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 responds to a selection input for the fourth icon 1540 (e.g., continuous touch input starting from the point being held and heading toward the fourth icon 1540). Based on this, in order to change the state of the electronic device 101 from the current state to a completely open state, the flexible display (eg, display 1003) can be pulled out of the electronic device 101. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 may determine whether the current state of the electronic device 101 is open in order to display the fourth icon 1540. According to an embodiment of this document, the fourth icon 1540 may not be displayed when the electronic device 101 is in a fully open state. Similarly, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 is configured to display the second icon 1520 and the third icon 1530 by setting the current state of the electronic device 101 to a specified screen ratio ( Depending on the screen ratio (e.g. 4:3 screen ratio), it can be determined whether the screen has been expanded to a displayable state. According to an embodiment of the present document, the second icon 1520 and/or the third icon 1530 displays the screen according to the screen ratio (e.g., 4:3 screen ratio) specified by the state of the electronic device 101. If it is expanded to a displayable state, it may not be displayed. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 has a shape changed according to a selection input for at least one icon, as shown in FIGS. 15B and 16B. As a screen, the execution screen of a specific application can be displayed.

17 shows an indicator (e.g., right) indicating the expansion direction (e.g., right) of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003) when the electronic device 101 detects that the user gesture input to the electronic device 101 is held. This is an example diagram to explain the function or operation that displays 1840). 18A to 18C show, with respect to FIG. 17, when a user gesture in the first direction (e.g., to the right) is detected, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 moves in the first direction. These are example diagrams to explain the function or operation of displaying the indicator 1840 indicating that the flexible display (eg, display 1003) can be expanded from a user interface perspective. 19A to 19C show, with respect to FIG. 17, when a user gesture in the second direction (e.g., left direction) is detected, according to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 moves in the first direction. These are example diagrams to explain the function or operation of displaying the indicator 1840 indicating that the flexible display can be expanded (e.g., to the right) from a user interface perspective.

Referring to FIG. 17, in operation 1710, the electronic device 101 performs a user gesture (e.g., a user gesture) on the first screen (e.g., the tenth screen 1800) displayed on the flexible display (e.g., the display 1003). The second user gesture 1230) can be detected. According to an embodiment of this document, the tenth screen 1800 is displayed through a multi-window mode (e.g., a display mode that displays each of a plurality of application execution screens simultaneously), as shown in FIGS. 18A and 19A. The 18th execution screen 1810 of the displayed first application (e.g., calendar application), the 19th execution screen 1820 and/or the 18th execution screen 1810 and the 19th execution screen of the second application (e.g., call application). It may include a fourth visual object 1800a displayed at the border of the execution screen 1820 and indicating the boundary between the 18th execution screen 1810 and the 19th execution screen 1820. According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., second user gesture 1230) is displayed on the tenth screen 1800 (e.g., fourth visual object 1800a), as shown in FIG. 15A. It may include a drag gesture in a specified direction (e.g., to the right). According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., second user gesture 1230) is displayed on the tenth screen 1800 (e.g., fourth visual object 1800a), as shown in FIG. 19A. It may include a drag gesture in a specified direction (e.g., left direction). According to an embodiment of the present document, the user gesture (e.g., the second user gesture 1230) includes, in addition to the drag gesture, a swipe gesture, a tap gesture, and an external electronic device (e.g., a stylus pen). It may include various gestures such as touch gestures and/or hovering gestures.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1720, the electronic device 101 detects the user gesture at a specified time in a designated area 760 of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003), based on detection of the user gesture. You can determine whether or not there is an abnormal hold. According to an embodiment of the present document, a user gesture (e.g., a second user gesture 1230) moves the fourth visual object 1800a to a flexible display (e.g., a display ( It may include a drag gesture for dragging to a designated area 760 (1003)). According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 is, as shown in FIG. 18A, an area around the edge (e.g., right edge) of the flexible display (e.g., display 1003) exposed to the outside, or As shown in FIG. 19A, it may include an area around the edge (eg, left edge) of the flexible display (eg, display 1003) exposed to the outside. According to an embodiment of this document, the designated area 760 may be defined in advance (eg, at the time of manufacturing the electronic device 101) or may be defined by the user. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 displays a user gesture in a designated area 760 (eg, the right edge or left edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for a designated time (eg, 3 seconds). You can determine whether it is held or not. According to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 determines whether the user gesture is held in the designated area 760 (e.g., the right edge or left edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for more than a specified time. You can.

According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1730, the electronic device 101 displays a flexible display (e.g., display 1003) on the flexible display (e.g., display 1003) based on the determination in operation 1720. At least one indicator 1840 indicating the direction of expansion may be displayed. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 performs at least one gesture while the user gesture is being held in the designated area 760 (e.g., the right edge or left edge of the externally exposed flexible display) for a specified time or more. The indicator 1840 can be displayed. According to an embodiment of this document, at least one indicator 1840 may be displayed on the 20th execution screen 1830 of the first application, overlapping with the 20th execution screen 1830, as shown in FIG. 18B. there is. According to an embodiment of this document, at least one indicator 1840 may be displayed overlapping on the 21st execution screen 1920 of the second application, as shown in FIG. 19B. According to an embodiment of the present document, at least one indicator 1840 may be continuously displayed while the user gesture is being held. According to an embodiment of this document, at least one indicator 1840 may not be displayed when a specified time elapses from the start of holding the user gesture. Although not shown in the drawing, while the electronic device 101 is displaying a plurality of application execution screens in a multi-window mode in an open state (e.g., completely open state), a fourth visual object 1800a is designated. When detecting a gesture moving to the area 760 (e.g., the area around the left edge of the exposed flexible display), the direction indicated by at least one indicator 1840 is the direction in which the electronic device 101 switches to the closed state. It may also be displayed to indicate a direction (e.g. left direction).

According to an embodiment of this document, in operation 1740, the electronic device 101 may detect that a user gesture is released while at least one indicator 1840 is displayed. According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1750, the electronic device 101 is flexible in the expansion direction (e.g., rightward) indicated by at least one indicator 1840, based on the detection of release according to operation 1740. The display (e.g., display 1003) can be expanded. According to an embodiment of the present document, in operation 1760, the electronic device 101 displays a second screen (e.g., a first application) different from the first screen (e.g., the tenth screen 1800) on the extended display. The 22nd execution screen 1850 or the 23rd execution screen 1930 of the second application may be displayed. According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 displays an extended flexible display ( Example: the entire 22nd execution screen 1850 having properties (e.g., size, type of visual object, and/or resolution, etc.) that are at least partially different from the 18th execution screen 1810 on the display 1003) area. It can be displayed on the screen (e.g., exit multi-window mode). According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 displays an extended flexible display ( Example: the entire 23rd execution screen 1930 having properties (e.g., size, type of visual object, and/or resolution, etc.) that are at least partially different from the 19th execution screen 1820 on the display 1003) area. It can be displayed on the screen (e.g., exit multi-window mode). Although not shown, according to an embodiment of this document, when a user gesture in the left direction is detected while the electronic device 101 is in an open state, the electronic device 101 opens the state of the electronic device 101. It can be switched from a completely closed state to a completely closed state. In this case, according to an embodiment of this document, the electronic device 101 may end the multi-window mode and display the execution screen of a specific application in full screen in a completely closed state.

According to an embodiment of the present document, the electronic device 101 includes a first housing, a second housing arranged to be movable with respect to the first housing, and overlapping at least a portion of the first housing, and the second housing. At least one processor and a driving module disposed inside the electronic device, and a flexible display at least partially mounted on a surface of the second housing and at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device, the flexible display A portion of is inserted into or extracted from the inside of the first housing according to the driving of the driving module, and the at least one processor performs a user gesture on the first screen displayed on the flexible display. Detect, and based on the detection of the user gesture, determine whether the user gesture is held for more than a specified time in the designated area 760 of the flexible display, and based on the determination, determine whether the user gesture is held in the designated area 760 of the flexible display. A first icon for inserting the second housing into the first housing and at least one second icon for pulling the second housing out of the first housing by a specified length around the area being held. display, and based on a user input for the first icon or the at least one second icon, the second housing is inserted into the first housing or the second housing is designated as outside the first housing. By drawing out the length, the shape of the electronic device can be changed, and a second screen that is different from the first screen can be displayed on the electronic device whose shape has been changed.

Electronic devices according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be of various types. Electronic devices may include, for example, portable communication devices (e.g., smart phones), computer devices, portable multimedia devices, portable medical devices, cameras, wearable devices, or home appliances. Electronic devices according to embodiments of this document are not limited to the above-described devices.

The various embodiments of this document and the terms used herein are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but should be understood to include various changes, equivalents, or replacements of the embodiments. In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numbers may be used for similar or related components. The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of the items, unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise. As used herein, “A or B”, “at least one of A and B”, “at least one of A or B”, “A, B or C”, “at least one of A, B and C”, and “A Each of phrases such as “at least one of , B, or C” may include any one of the items listed together in the corresponding phrase, or any possible combination thereof. Terms such as "first", "second", or "first" or "second" may be used simply to distinguish one component from another, and to refer to those components in other respects (e.g., importance or order) is not limited. One (e.g., first) component is said to be “coupled” or “connected” to another (e.g., second) component, with or without the terms “functionally” or “communicatively.” Where mentioned, it means that any of the components can be connected to the other components directly (e.g. wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

The term “module” used in various embodiments of this document may include a unit implemented in hardware, software, or firmware, and is interchangeable with terms such as logic, logic block, component, or circuit, for example. It can be used as A module may be an integrated part or a minimum unit of the parts or a part thereof that performs one or more functions. For example, according to one embodiment, the module may be implemented in the form of an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC).

Various embodiments of the present document are one or more instructions stored in a storage medium (e.g., built-in memory 2536 or external memory 2538) that can be read by a machine (e.g., electronic device 2501). It may be implemented as software (e.g., program 2540) including these. For example, a processor of a device (e.g., electronic device 2501) may call at least one command among one or more commands stored from a storage medium and execute it. This allows the device to be operated to perform at least one function according to the at least one instruction called. The one or more instructions may include code generated by a compiler or code that can be executed by an interpreter. A storage medium that can be read by a device may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, 'non-transitory' only means that the storage medium is a tangible device and does not contain signals (e.g. electromagnetic waves). This term refers to cases where data is stored semi-permanently in the storage medium. There is no distinction between temporary storage cases.

According to one embodiment, methods according to various embodiments disclosed in this document may be provided and included in a computer program product. Computer program products are commodities and can be traded between sellers and buyers. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g. compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)), or through an application store (e.g. Play StoreTM) or on two user devices (e.g. It can be distributed (e.g. downloaded or uploaded) directly between smart phones) or online. In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product may be at least temporarily stored or temporarily created in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or a relay server.

According to an embodiment of this document, each component (e.g., module or program) of the above-described components may include a single or multiple entities, and some of the multiple entities are separately arranged in other components. It could be. According to an embodiment of the present document, one or more of the components or operations described above may be omitted, or one or more other components or operations may be added. Alternatively or additionally, multiple components (eg, modules or programs) may be integrated into a single component. In this case, the integrated component may perform one or more functions of each component of the plurality of components identically or similarly to those performed by the corresponding component of the plurality of components prior to the integration. . According to an embodiment of the present document, operations performed by a module, program, or other component may be executed sequentially, in parallel, iteratively, or heuristically, or one or more of the operations may be executed in a different order. , may be omitted, or one or more other operations may be added.

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In electronic devices,
first housing;
a second housing disposed to be movable relative to the first housing and overlapping at least a portion of the first housing;
A driving device that drives the second housing to slide-in or slide-out, and
a flexible display partially mounted on a surface of the second housing and at least partially exposed to the outside of the electronic device; A portion of the flexible display is inserted into the inside of the first housing or pulled out from the inside of the first housing according to the slide-in or slide-out operation of the second housing, and the second housing is slid-in or Trigger button to drive slide-out;
A touch screen for receiving a user's touch input;
At least one processor operably connected to the first housing, the second housing, the driving device, the flexible display, the trigger button, and the touch screen,
The at least one processor,
While operating in the slide-in state, when receiving a first input for sliding-out the second housing, expanding the display screen while maintaining a window mode in the slide-in state,
When receiving a second input for driving the second housing to slide out, the electronic device is set to end the window mode in the slide-in state and expand the display screen to the changed window mode. According to paragraph 1,
The first input includes input through manipulation of the trigger button, and the second input includes input through a touch screen. According to claim 1 or 2,
The changed window mode includes a mode in which the first execution screen of the first application and the second execution screen of the second application are displayed in a multi-window view mode. According to any one of claims 1 to 3,
The display screen includes a third execution screen of a third application,
The user gesture includes a drag gesture that starts from a portion of the third execution screen and is held and released in the designated area 760,
The electronic device, wherein the at least one processor is further configured to scroll the third execution screen based on a drag gesture on the third execution screen. According to any one of claims 1 to 4,
the second input includes a user gesture that moves a visual object within a designated area on the touch screen,
The designated area is an electronic device, characterized in that it includes an area around the upper edge of the exposed portion of the touch screen. According to any one of claims 1 to 5,
The at least one processor, when the electronic device is in a closed state, opens the second housing while terminating the changed window mode based on detecting that the user gesture is held and then released in the designated area 760. The electronic device, characterized in that it is further set to be drawn out of the first housing by a specified length. According to any one of claims 1 to 6,
The at least one processor is set to display at least one first icon when the visual object is located in the designated area,
The electronic device, wherein the at least one first icon includes a plurality of icons each representing a screen ratio. According to any one of claims 1 to 7,
The at least one processor,
Determine whether the electronic device is in a closed state based on the user gesture being held,
The electronic device is further set not to display the at least one first icon when the electronic device is in a closed state. According to any one of claims 1 to 8,
The electronic device, wherein the at least one processor is further set to display at least one indicator indicating a direction of extraction of the touch screen based on the user gesture being held. According to any one of claims 1 to 9,
The electronic device, wherein the at least one indicator is not displayed when the user gesture is released. In a method of controlling an electronic device,
detecting a user gesture on a first screen displayed on the flexible display of the electronic device;
Based on detection of the user gesture, determining whether the user gesture is held for more than a specified time in a designated area 760 of the flexible display;
Based on the determination, a first icon for inserting the second housing of the electronic device into the first housing of the electronic device around the area where the user gesture is being held and a first icon for inserting the second housing into the first housing of the electronic device An operation of displaying at least one second icon for drawing a specified length outside of ,
Based on a user input for the first icon or the at least one second icon, the second housing is inserted into the first housing or the second housing is pulled out of the first housing by a specified length. An operation of changing the shape of the electronic device by doing so, and
A method of controlling an electronic device, comprising displaying a second screen different from the first screen on the electronic device whose shape has been modified. According to clause 11,
The first screen includes a screen in which a first execution screen of the first application and a second execution screen of the second application are displayed in a multi-window view mode,
The user gesture includes a drag gesture on a first visual element indicating a boundary between the first execution screen and the second execution screen. According to claims 11 and 12,
The first screen includes a third execution screen of a third application,
The user gesture includes a drag gesture that starts from a portion of the third execution screen and is held and released in the designated area 760,
The method of controlling the electronic device further includes scrolling the third execution screen based on a drag gesture on the third execution screen. According to any one of claims 11 to 13,
The designated area 760 includes an area around an upper edge of an exposed portion of the flexible display. According to any one of claims 11 to 14,
The method of controlling the electronic device includes, when the electronic device is in a completely closed state, the second gesture while terminating the multi-window mode based on detecting that the user gesture is held and then released in the designated area 760. A method of controlling an electronic device, further comprising an operation of pulling the housing out of the first housing by a specified length. According to any one of claims 11 to 15,
A method of controlling an electronic device, wherein the at least one second icon includes a plurality of icons each representing a screen ratio. According to any one of claims 11 to 16,
The second screen includes a fourth execution screen of the first application, which is displayed when the remote window mode is terminated. In electronic devices,
first housing;
a second housing disposed to be movable relative to the first housing and overlapping at least a portion of the first housing;
A flexible display at least partially mounted on the surface of the second housing and at least partially exposed to the outside, and
Comprising at least one processor, wherein the at least one processor includes:
While the state of the electronic device is in the slide-in state:
While operating in the multi-window mode, maintain the multi-window mode and change the state of the electronic device to a slide-out state based on a first input to the electronic device,
While operating in the multi-window mode, end the multi-window mode and change the state of the electronic device to the slide-out state based on a second input to the electronic device,
The second input includes a touch input for a multi-window control object displayed through the multi-window mode, a drag input for moving to a designated area 760 of the edge of the flexible display while maintaining the touch input, and a drag input for moving to the designated area 760 of the edge of the flexible display. comprising a touch gesture maintaining the touch input at 760,
Based on the drag input, the area where the first execution screen of the first application displayed according to the multi-window mode is displayed is expanded, and the area where the second execution screen of the second application displayed together with the first execution screen is displayed. is reduced, and when the touch gesture is released, the multi-window mode is terminated and a change to the slide-out state is performed. According to clause 18,
The first input is an electronic device characterized in that it includes an input to a component other than the flexible display. According to claim 18 or 19,
The touch input, the Sanji drag input, and the touch gesture input are sequentially input through the flexible display.

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