Abstract: A device including a bookmarker for bookmarking pages of a book, the bookmarker having a first and a second end. A locking mechanism locks the first and second ends. A first indicator is operable for indicating a desired portion of the page of the book. A second indicator is operable for indicating an unusual or interesting word on the page. A marker is operable for marking an index page to the corresponding page marked by the front portion of physical bookmark device or a solution page corresponding to a problem containing page marked by the front portion of the bookmarker. A counter for counting down or counting up from a predetermined starting value to a user-set or preset timer value. A motion sensor for determining when a user is reading or otherwise engaged with the page. An alarm for alerting or notifying of the preset timer value being reached.

Abstract: A demarker that in one form is substantially square. On one side of the demarker, a first indicia, such as a numeral “1” is placed in one corner. A second indicia, such as a numeral “2”, is placed in a diagonally opposite corner of the same side. The opposite side of the demarker does not include the first or second indicia in the corners. The demarker is then used to mark the last-read line on the last read page of a book by placing the demarker with the first and second indicia face-up on the opposite page of the last-read page. Further, for a single column books, the first indicia is aligned with the last-read line. For two-column books, the first indicia is aligned with the last-read line if the last-read line is in the first column. However, the second indicia is aligned with the last-read line if the last-read line is in the second column.

Abstract: A physical bookmark device is provided. The device includes an elongated strap having a locking mechanism at its end. a plurality of indicators are disposed on the elongated strap. The indicators are removably or movably disposed on the elongated strap. The elongated strap enables a user to adjust the strap securely in a book to bookmark at least two desired pages; wherein the elongated strap indicates a desired page, the removably disposed indicator indicates a first desired word or line on the desired page; and the window indicates a second desired word or line on the desired page; and wherein the device is a physical bookmark device.

Abstract: An approach is provided for creating user-defined folders for organizing content accessible through a set-top box and for creating multiple bookmarks per set-top box program for use during programming playback.

Abstract: A position-identifying bookmark for identifying a reader's position on a page comprises at least one string, and first and second sheets. The first sheet has first and second planar sides, re-adherable adhesive on at least a portion of one of the first and second planar sides, and an aperture passing through the first sheet for connecting to the at least one string. The second sheet has first and second planar sides, re-adherable adhesive on at least a portion of one of the first and second planar sides, and an aperture passing through the second sheet for connecting to the at least one string.

Abstract: A tool for assisting a reader in grasping the thought expressed in a group of words on a page is disclosed. The tool is a flexible film card which has a window adjacent contrastingly colored film segments of the card. A group of words may be viewed through the window, and the window may then be moved by the user from one group of words to the next. The groups all around the window may be viewed through the colored segments of the card, thus allowing the reader's eyes to review and anticipate the passages of words which he has read or those which he is about to read while still focusing his attention on the group of words in the window.

Abstract: One Embodiment of a Bookmarker thin, flat long rigid yet bendable, and durable material FIG. 1A). This Embodiment having a means for clipping to a page (#2), and a pointing device that is attached yet movable in a vertical direction (#5).

Abstract: A bookmark has a compartment for storing an article for use by a reader. The bookmark preferably comprises a pouch that is capable of being placed between pages of a book, and a tab that protrudes from a periphery of a book or pages of a book. The pouch holds an article in the compartment, which can be opened to access and retrieve the article. In addition, the tab or pouch may contain data entry fields for inputting data relative to the book and person reading the book. Indicia may also be disposed on a surface of the tab.

Abstract: A bookmark that has a wire-like elongate member which forms a between-page portion, a top portion and a spine-adjacent portion. The between-page portion is a uniplanar bending of the wire-like elongate member which includes different subportions. The subportions extend in different directions and include at least one subportion that extends along a line that is transverse to the spine-adjacent portion. The spine-adjacent portion is oriented with respect to the between-page portion such that the spine-adjacent portion extends along the spine of a book. The top portion connects the between-page portion and spine-adjacent portion and can be positioned over a top edge of a book. The wire-like elongate member is adapted to hold various items.

Abstract: A reading focus card that may be used to isolate a block or line of text and act as a concentrator to encourage and promote left to right eye-tracking. The focus card may be used in a variety of ways and may be provided as a kit and assembled by a user. The focus card includes aligned notches and aligned windows in front and rear sheets opening to a left margin of the card. A transparent plastic insert is installed in the windows. Front and rear sheets are held in assembly by an adhesive that allows the sheets to be picked apart multiple times and different inserts installed depending on the individual needs of the user.

Abstract: A bookmark that indicates the exact last line of text read on a desired page of text or a specific location on a page where it is placed. The flap is hooked on the top of either face of a left or right page, over any column of text, over any image or a specific area to mark it for easy location at another time. The bookmark, utilizes two parts: a body with a folded section and an indicator with an indicia printed on it, which are used to indicate a location on the page. The body is a printed paper or a thin strip of material, of varying lengths, which has a top flap that folds over the top of a page to secure its vertical location on a that page.

Abstract: An improved bookmark for indicating to a user the location where the user was previously reading in a piece of literature having a plurality of pages and a plurality of lines. The bookmark has a position indicator for indicating to the user where to position the bookmark on the page and a line indicator slidably mounted on the bookmark for marking the line where the user was previously reading by sliding the line indicator along the bookmark.

Abstract: An improved bookmark for indicating to a user the location where the user was previously reading in a piece of literature having a plurality of pages and a plurality of lines. The bookmark has a position indicator for indicating to the user where to position the bookmark on the page and a line indicator slidably mounted on the bookmark for marking the line where the user was previously reading by sliding the line indicator along the bookmark.

Abstract: A bookmark includes a seamless elastic band which is stretchable to loop around a group of pages in a book and around a cover of the book in order to identify a page place in the book. The band includes a slider thereon which has a front surface are that receives an image which is on one side of a sticker. When a bookmark is placed on a book, the slide is moveable along the elastic band while the elastic band is stationary, so that the slider can be placed at different locations on the cover of the book.

Abstract: Described is a bookmark having a bookmark body, on which a bookmark clip is disposed. The bookmark clip can clam the cover or inner pages of a book to prevent the bookmark body from falling off from the book. The bookmark body is bendable and includes a protection surface of mounting the bookmark clip, a bendable surface and folding sheet capable of being inserted into content pages of a book. The bookmark can be repeatedly used for many times while having the features of being simple in structure, easy to manufacture, and flexible and convenient to use.

Abstract: A marker and method of marking pages for subsequent revisit in accordance with a predetermined theme such as wedding, birthday or holiday gifts, home décor ideas and so forth, wherein the marker includes primary and a secondary icon designs to be positioned one behind the other on strips that include a tacking agent. The primary icon design is detailed and/or colorful, while the secondary is faded and/or without color, yet remaining evocative of the primary. When placed on open pages, the primary icon faces the user, but when the pages are closed the result is that the primary icon indicates right page placement while the secondary indicates left page placement. This will help the user to differentiate placement of a marker on a right page from a left page within the book, magazine, catalogue or the like and thus facilitate accurate identification of the flagged page.

Abstract: A marker device for to a user the location in a piece of literature where the user was previously reading. The marker device includes a panel member for positioning between pages of literature. The panel member has a front side and a back side. A front surface of the front side has indicia thereon. The panel member has a top end and a bottom end. A marking membrane for producing markings on the front side of the panel member is releasably positionable on the front side of the panel member. The markings are producible on the panel member adjacent to the appropriate indicia relating to positions on the pages of the literature when the marking membrane is depressed against the front surface of the panel member, and deletable when the marking membrane is separated from the panel member.

Abstract: A publication highlighting implement and method for making the same. The implement includes a plurality of film segments which are transparent upon application to a publication containing textual material. A graphic is printed on each segment for highlighting the textual material which the graphic is placed over. The graphic may be printed in fluorescent ink so as to increase the visibility and noticeability of the segment thus drawing attention to the underlying textual material. Additionally, the graphic may be printed to simulate a three-dimensional image or object causing the marked section to further stand out. The plurality of film segments may be arranged on a sheet of backing which is configured for use as a bookmark which may further contain advertising material thereon. Each segment may include a scalloped edge for increased ease of removal from the original backing as well as from the publication to which it is adhered.

Abstract: A single card having a pair of icons on each side thereof, distributed longitudinally. Each icon includes a representation of an open book showing facing pages and a dot indicating upper or lower locations on a page of the book. A letter R or L indicates whether the location is on the right or left page. A modified form includes a double arrangement for use in the case when the pages of the book have two columns on each page.

Abstract: A bookmark/placesaver in combination with a holder for writing implements is disclosed. The holder portion includes a strip of material with complementary mating elements. The strip of material is wrapped around the front cover of a book and the mating elements are attached. An optional lengthening element allows the device to be used on large books. A bookmark with a placesaver allows the reader to mark a page and passage of a book. An optional magnifier can be included on the placesaver.

Abstract: A bookmark/placesaver in combination with a holder for writing implements is disclosed. The holder portion includes a strip of material with complementary mating elements. The strip of material is wrapped around the front cover of a book and the mating elements are attached. An optional lengthening element allows the device to be used on large books. A bookmark with a placesaver allows the reader to mark a page and passage of a book. An optional magnifier can be included on the placesaver.

Abstract: A combination bookmark and trivia game having sliding arrow indicators which point to numerical indicia on the front panel of the bookmark, which can indicate the appropriate chapter and verse for a book of the Bible to show the location on the page where the reader stopped reading. Additionally, the bookmark includes a transparent pocket for receiving a trivia game card having a visible printed Bible verse, and a concealed book, chapter, and verse. Players use the sliding arrow indicators to show their choice as to the correct location of the printed verse in the Bible. The transparent pocket can alternatively be used for a prayer list or a prayer pal photo.

Abstract: A book mark is provided for marking a selected line and column of a book. The book mark includes a flat elongated member, first and second page indicators and a column indicator. Each of the first and second page indicators includes an indicia positioned on the flat elongated member. The column indicator indicates a specific column in a book having dual column pages.

Abstract: A place finder bookmark for identifying a reader's position on a book page. The inventive device includes a two-way slide (placefinder) on a strip (page-finder). The slide further includes a first set of parallel, horizontal slots for sliding up and down on the strip to locate the vertical position. A right/left slidable bar, inserted through a second set of parallel, vertical slots, can move side to side in a horizontal direction within the slide to show an arrowhead pointing to the right or left hand page. A flat durable anchor member is attached to one end of the strip to hold the placefinder bookmark in position.

Abstract: A research bookmark for organizing and managing research references. The research bookmark includes a sheet with first and second horizontal lines extending between the side edges of the sheet and a vertical line extending between the second horizontal line and the bottom edge of the sheet. The first and second horizontal lines and the vertical line define a plurality of boxes on the front face of the sheet for writing information gathered from a book or magazine. The boxes include an index box, a topic box, a comments box, and a lines box. The comments box has a generally rectangular U-shaped separation line defining a page number tab therein.

Abstract: A bookmark and pocket assembly for books, where a pocket allows a bookmark to be releasbly secured to the book by slidably inserting it into the pocket. The assembly is generally rectangular in shape and has the bookmark detachably joined on one side to the pocket by a bookmark tear line, and a binding panel detachably joined on another side by a binding tear line. The bookmark has an area defined for an advertisement or aesthetic design and the pocket has a front panel foldably joined to a rear panel. The front panel has an adhesive pattern so that when the rear panel is folded on to the front panel, a recess is formed in generally the same shape and size of the bookmark. The rear panel has a rear adhesive pattern on a back surface for attachment to a book surface and a backing sheet covering the adhesive over its extremities. The binding panel serves and an interface for binding the assembly as an insert to a spine of the book, where the book will then be shipped for resale.

Abstract: A document holder includes upper and lower plastic sheets superimposed on each other to define a document holding space therebetween. A saddle member of a flexible and heat sealable material is heat sealed on two corresponding edges of the upper and lower sheets to form a stiffened ridge, and first and second straddle portions that extend along an entire length of the stiffened ridge. A rider has a riding portion slidably disposed on the straddle portions and a tab index holding portion exposed outwardly of the stiffened ridge into which a tab index can be inserted to classify the documents held in the document holding space.

Abstract: A book mark is provided for marking a selected line, column, and page of a book. The book mark includes a flat elongated member, first and second page indicators, a line marker, and a column indicator. The flat elongated member has a first end, a second end spaced apart from the first end, and a middle region situated between the first and second ends. Each of the first and second page indicators includes an indicia positioned on the flat elongated member. The line marker marks the selected line, is fixed relative to and spaced apart from the first and second page indicators, and is situated in the middle region of the flat elongated member. The column indicator indicates a specific column in a book having dual column pages.

Abstract: An electronic bookmark for a copy holder that aids a user's ability to ascertain viewed text on paper retained by the copy holder is provided. The invented copy holder includes vertically adjustable indicating device that directs the user's attention to text adjacent without the use of a guide or illumination of the paper, so that text is not obscured or distorted. The copy holder comprises a backboard for retaining paper thereon and a plate rotatably coupled thereto. The plate has a bottom surface configured to releasably couple the plate to the backboard without interfering with paper interposed therebetween. The indicating device comprises a display that extends along a top surface of the plate. The display preferably comprises an array of electrodes, such as a liquid crystal display, light emitting diodes, or signal lamps, with desired segments of an array activated for directing a users attention to a selected portion of text on the document.

Abstract: A book mark is provided for marking a selected line and page of a book where a reader should resume reading. The book mark includes a flat elongated member, first and second page indicators, and a marker. The flat elongated member has a first end, a second end spaced apart from the first end, a middle region situated between the first and second ends, a first side, and a second side facing away from the first side. Each of the first and second page indicators includes an indicia positioned on the flat elongated member. The marker marks the selected line, is fixed relative to and spaced apart from the first and second page indicators, and is situated in the middle region of the flat elongated member.

Abstract: A bookmark that identifies a line last read as well as whether the line is on a right page of a book or a left page of the book. Disposed upon a first side of the bookmark is a left page designator which includes an arrow for pointing to a line of text and an alphabetic designation for denoting the left page of the book. Disposed upon a second side of the book is a right page designator which includes an arrow for pointing to a line of text and an alphabetic designation for denoting the right page of the book. The alphabetic designation on the second side of the bookmark is arranged to be upside down with respect to the alphabetic designation on the first side of the bookmark.

Abstract: A book mark that indicates the page and last paragraph read on an open page of text that contains a specified number of paragraphs or less. The bookmark utilizes an imprinted encircling indicator band or collar that slides vertically about the body of an imprinted thin paper board or plastic strip. The collar is characterized by a centrally located punched-out aperture that serves as a framing device to highlight the indicia imprinted on the body of the bookmark specifying the page and number of the last paragraph read. The body is imprinted with two sets of indicia to permit selection of even or odd numbered pages.

Abstract: A bookmark (10) includes a head member (11) connected to an elongated, flexible tail member (13). Removable adhesive (12) is disposed on the head member for attaching the bookmark to the spine (15) of a book (16). The tail member is draped over the top of the book and positioned between two selected pages. A removable adhesive dot (14) disposed on the tail member allows it to be removably attached to one of the pages, thereby marking a specific piece of information and directing the attention of the reader thereto. In another embodiment, the head member (21) is U-shaped so that the title (27) of the book (26) is visible between the arms of the head. In yet another embodiment, the tail (55) includes several adhesive markers (56) that can each be independently attached to a different location on page. In still another embodiment, the tail (34) is separable along lines of perforations (33) into multiple tails (35) for marking different pages in the same book.

Abstract: An improved bookmark includes a body having one surface substantially covered by an adhesive layer for mounting the body on a book. The adhesive layer is covered by a flexible peelable layer. The body also has a transparent pouch mounted thereon adapted to receive a label therein. The body further includes a slot defined near an edge thereof. The bookmark also includes a plurality of marking straps. Each marking strap has an end passing through the slot in the body and formed into a loop thereby securing the respective marking strap to the body. The bookmark further includes a plurality of tabs slidably mounted to the marking straps and movable therealong. The tabs can be set at predetermined positions along the straps for marking exact locations within a book.

Abstract: A bookmark for marking a page and line in a book. The bookmark includes an elongated planar body having an upper terminal portion that provides a relatively large flat surface for the display of matter such as decorative and whimsical designs each of which includes a dominant design element. The bookmark further includes a finger engaging indicator piece that substantially corresponds in size and shape with the dominant design element of the imprinted design and is slidably movable along a slit provided in the body from a first position overlying the design element to a second line marking position.

Abstract: A removable and reusable publication marker for use in placing an emphasis on significant segments of text, most particularly, specific chapters and verses of the bible. The markers are of nominal thickness and are fabricated from transparent plastic materials of varying colors so as to not impede with the legibility of the bible text. The markers have a light adhesive backing which permits the same to be applied to a page adjacent a desired segment of text and which permits the same to be easily removed from the page and reused if desired. Each color may correspond with a particular area or topic of study. The markers are removably attachable to one or more release sheets. When not in use, the release sheets are retained in an storage pocket which, in turn, is inconspicuously attachable to a the printed publication. The pocket may be provided with a color chart associating the various colored markers with corresponding topics.

Abstract: A bookmark for making a page and line in a book. The bookmark includes an elongated planar body having an upper terminal portion that provides a relatively large flat surface for the display of matter such as decorative and whimsical designs each of which includes a dominant design element. The bookmark further includes a finger engaging indicator piece that substantially corresponds in size and shape with the dominant design element of the imprinted design and is slidably movable along a slit provided in the body from a first position overlying the design element to a second line marking position.

Abstract: A bookmark for identifying a single page and a location on that page by its position in the book with respect to indicia for odd-numbered pages and even-numbered pages and indicia for page locations printed on the bookmark.

Abstract: A self-sticking removable marker arrow system in which a series of consecutive marker arrows are defined either transversely or longitudinally on a strip of sheet material with a pressure sensitive adhesive being applied on the strip on the contact surface of the marker arrows in the area of the heads and at least some of the area of the shafts thereof. Means are provided such that individual marker arrows can be detached from the others on the strip for use as a removable marker or signal on a document and in tailoring and dressmaking and the like.

Abstract: A bookmark that locates a particular page in a book and a specific line on that page includes a body having an elongated slot with an indicator rotatably and slidably mounted in the slot to identify the desired page and line. On one side of the bookmark the indicator includes indicia which point in one direction and on the other side of the bookmark the indicator includes indicia which point in an opposite direction so that no matter which side of the bookmark faces a reader when the book is opened, the indicia will always point to the desired page and line.

Abstract: A book mark that locates an exact line, column, and page in an open book having two or one column pages. The bookmark body is encircled with a slide with an index line that can be moved vertically to align with any line of the text. Two sets of indicia are on the body. One set indicates the desired page, the other set indicates the desired column. In use, the body is first oriented so that the indicia indicating the desired page and column are at the upper portion of the right hand page. And then the slide is moved to indicate the line on that desired column and page.

Abstract: A combined information retrieval device comprises an elongated strip of material. A coating of an adhesive is applied to one surface of the strip. Holes are formed along the edges of the strip which are sized and spaced apart so they can be interlocked with the rings of the binder of a loose leaf notebook to identify and conveniently locate a page containing information that must be dealt with. Status indicting devices, in the form of loops which can be interlocked together, are interlocked with a hole in the strip. The adhesive holds the strip in position on a page in the binder to indicate both a page and a line on the page containing information that must be dealt with. The number of loops attached to the strip indicate the operations that have been completed and the next operation required.

Abstract: An indexing line guide for a copy stand having an upright pallet for supporting sheets with horizontal lines of text to be copied. The pallet has a guide rail along one side edge, the rail having a row of rack teeth on the rearward side. A slide is received on and secured to the rail for longitudinal movement, the slide including a line guide that extends over and parallel to the lines of text on the sheet. The slide has an escapement that cooperates with the rack teeth as the guide rail and which is actuated by a lever adapted to be tapped by the user. When the lever is actuated, a pair of teeth in the escapement reverse their relation to the rack teeth momentarily and then reengage the rack teeth at the next lower position. With this operation, the line guide is repositioned immediately below the next line of text on the sheet to be copied.

Abstract: An elongate directional marker has a triangular head and an elliptical body. Low-tack repositionable adhesive applied to the head of the marker enables the marker to be repeatedly reused. The markers are manufactured in an array by pattern-gluing adhesive strips to face stock, laminating a liner to the face stock and die cutting the markers out of the face stock so that the triangular heads of the markers are intermeshed in alternating orientation on the adhesive strips.

Abstract: A marker for separately indicating a plurality of related materials comprising a base plate including a first section having at least one numeral row circularly arranged thereon and a second section having an area on which a plurality of predetermined items are printed. A plurality of pointers are rotationally situated in the center of a first section of the base plate, and an indicator is situated in a second section of the base plate. The indicator includes a guide groove extending through the area where the printed items are indicated, and a plurality of sliding pins slidably situated in the guide groove to immovably point the items when required. The pointers are independently moved relative to each other without influencing the other pointers and are marked to be distinguished from each other. The sliding pins of the indicator are marked to correspond to the pointers respectively for recording necessary information by mutual cooperation.

Abstract: A bookmark with a retaining hook element at the top thereof to receive the upper end of the bound edge of a book and positively prevent the bookmark from shifting longitudinally and laterally of said bound edge. In one form, the bookmark is provided with a plurality of reference indicia slits along opposite edges of an elongated body and includes a plurality of elongated cord elements adapted to be inserted into one or more of said indicia slits along the edges of the body to provide reference indicia for the subject matter of the book.

Abstract: A stack of cardmarkers for use by accountants and bookeepers when making entries in ledgers which are then tallied, and a dispenser pack from which the cardmarks are individually slided for use, each cardmark being a flat strip of polystyrene with holes near each end, and a notch along each side edge, engaged by a protrusion inside the pack, and the pack comprising a box that is open on one end and on top.

Abstract: A sheet of opaque plastic the shape and dimensions of a book page, with an arrow cutout shaped in the sheet extending beyond the page on the right edge as viewed when a book is opened, to indicate as to whether it is the upper or lower part of either page where the user's reading was interrupted. Also, a self-adhesive movable arrow label positioned on the right or left edge of the opaque plastic sheet to indicate the exact line on either page where reading was interrupted. This enables a reader to locate the exact line where reading was interrupted without looking over approximately eighty lines on two pages by glancing at both arrows. In addition, by viewing only five lines through an elongated rectangular cutout, eye strain is reduced.