Patents by Inventor Allison Jane Rutherford

Allison Jane Rutherford has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11853459
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and software are disclosed herein for presenting sensitive information in accordance with a level of concealment. In an implementation, an object is identified comprising text that includes sensitive information. A contextual privacy setting for the sensitive information and a context surrounding a presentation of the object is then identified. Based on the contextual privacy setting and the context surrounding the presentation of the object, a level of concealment for the sensitive information in the text is determined. The object comprising the text is then presented, wherein the sensitive information included in the text is revealed in accordance with the level of concealment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 26, 2023
    Assignee: MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLC
    Inventors: Michael Eugene Taron, Nadja Ayodele Rhodes, David Conger, Allison Jane Rutherford, Eric Boone Thompson
  • Patent number: 11699031
    Abstract: Natural gestures for interacting with spreadsheet documents are provided. A user may interact with a spreadsheet document using a variety of touch-based gestures. Gestures applied to a spreadsheet document may be used for making structural and display changes to the document. For example, gestures may be used on the spreadsheet document for inserting new columns and rows; for revealing hidden columns and rows; for deleting columns and rows; for extending functionalities across columns and rows; for moving objects displayed in a spreadsheet document; and for navigating various parts of a spreadsheet document.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 11, 2023
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Sam C. Radakovitz, John Campbell, Carlos Augusto Otero, Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert
  • Publication number: 20210390252
    Abstract: Natural gestures for interacting with spreadsheet documents are provided. A user may interact with a spreadsheet document using a variety of touch-based gestures. Gestures applied to a spreadsheet document may be used for making structural and display changes to the document. For example, gestures may be used on the spreadsheet document for inserting new columns and rows; for revealing hidden columns and rows; for deleting columns and rows; for extending functionalities across columns and rows; for moving objects displayed in a spreadsheet document; and for navigating various parts of a spreadsheet document.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2021
    Publication date: December 16, 2021
    Applicant: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Sam C. RADAKOVITZ, John CAMPBELL, Carlos Augusto OTERO, Allison Jane RUTHERFORD, Uhl ALBERT
  • Patent number: 11157691
    Abstract: Natural gestures for interacting with spreadsheet documents are provided. A user may interact with a spreadsheet document using a variety of touch-based gestures. Gestures applied to a spreadsheet document may be used for making structural and display changes to the document. For example, gestures may be used on the spreadsheet document for inserting new columns and rows; for revealing hidden columns and rows; for deleting columns and rows; for extending functionalities across columns and rows; for moving objects displayed in a spreadsheet document; and for navigating various parts of a spreadsheet document.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 27, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2021
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Sam C. Radakovitz, John Campbell, Carlos Augusto Otero, Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert
  • Patent number: 11157688
    Abstract: Technologies are described herein for displaying one or more visual indicators to assist users in identifying cells of a spreadsheet that are affected by an operation. In embodiments disclosed herein, an application is configured to receive a request to perform an operation on at least one cell of the spreadsheet. The application then identifies cells of the spreadsheet that are affected by the operation. The application then displays a visual indicator to emphasize the affected cells. By providing a timely displayed visual indicator that brings attention to affected cells, the user is able to gain a better perspective of the extent of the operation and how the operation applies to the cells of the spreadsheet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2021
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Marta Luis Burguete, Samuel Chow Radakovitz, Aaron Lamar Wilson, Uhl Albert
  • Patent number: 10860790
    Abstract: Conversion of data ranges to table objects in an electronic spreadsheet document is provided. When an electronic spreadsheet document is being utilized, data ranges may be automatically converted to tables to allow the user to enjoy the full benefits of the table properties and functionalities. When a data range is automatically converted to a table object, a user will be given an opportunity to revert the table object back to the data range from which it was converted. Instead of automatic conversion, a suggestion may be provided to a user before a data range is converted to a table object. If the user accepts the suggestion, then the data range may be automatically converted to a table object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2019
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2020
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert, John Campbell, Aaron Lamar Wilson
  • Publication number: 20200285806
    Abstract: Natural gestures for interacting with spreadsheet documents are provided. A user may interact with a spreadsheet document using a variety of touch-based gestures. Gestures applied to a spreadsheet document may be used for making structural and display changes to the document. For example, gestures may be used on the spreadsheet document for inserting new columns and rows; for revealing hidden columns and rows; for deleting columns and rows; for extending functionalities across columns and rows; for moving objects displayed in a spreadsheet document; and for navigating various parts of a spreadsheet document.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2020
    Publication date: September 10, 2020
    Applicant: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Sam C. RADAKOVITZ, John CAMPBELL, Carlos Augusto OTERO, Allison Jane RUTHERFORD, Uhl ALBERT
  • Publication number: 20190392176
    Abstract: Systems, methods, and software are disclosed herein for presenting sensitive information in accordance with a level of concealment. In an implementation, an object is identified comprising text that includes sensitive information. A contextual privacy setting for the sensitive information and a context surrounding a presentation of the object is then identified. Based on the contextual privacy setting and the context surrounding the presentation of the object, a level of concealment for the sensitive information in the text is determined. The object comprising the text is then presented, wherein the sensitive information included in the text is revealed in accordance with the level of concealment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2018
    Publication date: December 26, 2019
    Inventors: Michael Eugene Taron, Nadja Ayodele Rhodes, David Conger, Allison Jane Rutherford, Eric Boone Thompson
  • Publication number: 20190272314
    Abstract: Conversion of data ranges to table objects in an electronic spreadsheet document is provided. When an electronic spreadsheet document is being utilized, data ranges may be automatically converted to tables to allow the user to enjoy the full benefits of the table properties and functionalities. When a data range is automatically converted to a table object, a user will be given an opportunity to revert the table object back to the data range from which it was converted. Instead of automatic conversion, a suggestion may be provided to a user before a data range is converted to a table object. If the user accepts the suggestion, then the data range may be automatically converted to a table object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 20, 2019
    Publication date: September 5, 2019
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert, John Campbell, Aaron Lamar Wilson
  • Patent number: 10360297
    Abstract: Simplified data and/or syntax entry in electronic documents is provided. Custom user interface components and selectable controls may be provided that may float on a displayed document and allow for easier data or syntax input. Electronic inking gestures may be used for entry of data and/or programming syntax in an electronic scratch pad and/or directly on top of a displayed electronic document. Gestures (e.g., screen touches) may be used for selecting document components (e.g., spreadsheet ranges) followed by an interpretation by the associated application of the user's gestures. A variety of disambiguation displays, interactions and/or hints may be provided to help a user clarify ambiguous UI selections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 23, 2019
    Assignee: MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLC
    Inventors: Carlos Augusto Otero, John Campbell, Uhl Albert, Pablo Rochat, Allison Jane Rutherford, Catherine Harley
  • Patent number: 10325015
    Abstract: Conversion of data ranges to table objects in an electronic spreadsheet document is provided. When an electronic spreadsheet document is being utilized, data ranges may be automatically converted to tables to allow the user to enjoy the full benefits of the table properties and functionalities. When a data range is automatically converted to a table object, a user will be given an opportunity to revert the table object back to the data range from which it was converted. Instead of automatic conversion, a suggestion may be provided to a user before a data range is converted to a table object. If the user accepts the suggestion, then the data range may be automatically converted to a table object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 19, 2018
    Date of Patent: June 18, 2019
    Assignee: Microsoft Technology Licensing, LLC
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert, John Campbell, Aaron Lamar Wilson
  • Publication number: 20180365206
    Abstract: Conversion of data ranges to table objects in an electronic spreadsheet document is provided. When an electronic spreadsheet document is being utilized, data ranges may be automatically converted to tables to allow the user to enjoy the full benefits of the table properties and functionalities. When a data range is automatically converted to a table object, a user will be given an opportunity to revert the table object back to the data range from which it was converted. Instead of automatic conversion, a suggestion may be provided to a user before a data range is converted to a table object. If the user accepts the suggestion, then the data range may be automatically converted to a table object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 19, 2018
    Publication date: December 20, 2018
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert, John Campbell, Aaron Lamar Wilson
  • Patent number: 10019432
    Abstract: Conversion of data ranges to table objects in an electronic spreadsheet document is provided. When an electronic spreadsheet document is being utilized, data ranges may be automatically converted to tables to allow the user to enjoy the full benefits of the table properties and functionalities. When a data range is automatically converted to a table object, a user will be given an opportunity to revert the table object back to the data range from which it was converted. Instead of automatic conversion, a suggestion may be provided to a user before a data range is converted to a table object. If the user accepts the suggestion, then the data range may be automatically converted to a table object.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2018
    Assignee: MICROSOFT TECHNOLOGY LICENSING, LLC
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert, John Campbell, Aaron Lamar Wilson
  • Publication number: 20150261736
    Abstract: Technologies are described herein for displaying one or more visual indicators to assist users in identifying cells of a spreadsheet that are affected by an operation. In embodiments disclosed herein, an application is configured to receive a request to perform an operation on at least one cell of the spreadsheet. The application then identifies cells of the spreadsheet that are affected by the operation. The application then displays a visual indicator to emphasize the affected cells. By providing a timely displayed visual indicator that brings attention to affected cells, the user is able to gain a better perspective of the extent of the operation and how the operation applies to the cells of the spreadsheet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: September 17, 2015
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Marta Luis Burguete, Samuel Chow Radakovitz, Aaron Lamar Wilson, Uhl Albert
  • Publication number: 20140372851
    Abstract: Conversion of data ranges to table objects in an electronic spreadsheet document is provided. When an electronic spreadsheet document is being utilized, data ranges may be automatically converted to tables to allow the user to enjoy the full benefits of the table properties and functionalities. When a data range is automatically converted to a table object, a user will be given an opportunity to revert the table object back to the data range from which it was converted. Instead of automatic conversion, a suggestion may be provided to a user before a data range is converted to a table object. If the user accepts the suggestion, then the data range may be automatically converted to a table object.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert, John Campbell, Aaron Lamar Wilson
  • Publication number: 20140372932
    Abstract: A slicer-style filtering user interface is provided that allows for advanced filtering and sorting of data and that may be utilized with a touch or gesture based computing device. The slicer-style filtering user interface may be invoked on a spreadsheet data range for filtering and sorting data according to desired properties. A slicer-style filtering user interface may be moved about on a displayed spreadsheet document for ease of use in proximity to one or more data items. If a theme or style is applied to a given spreadsheet document, the invoked slicer-style filtering user interface may be automatically themed or styled to match the document. The slicer-style filtering user interface may be operable for advanced filtering, and the user interface may be efficiently changed from one filtering type to another filtering type.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 15, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Allison Jane Rutherford, John Campbell, Uhl Albert
  • Publication number: 20140372856
    Abstract: Natural gestures for interacting with spreadsheet documents are provided. A user may interact with a spreadsheet document using a variety of touch-based gestures. Gestures applied to a spreadsheet document may be used for making structural and display changes to the document. For example, gestures may be used on the spreadsheet document for inserting new columns and rows; for revealing hidden columns and rows; for deleting columns and rows; for extending functionalities across columns and rows; for moving objects displayed in a spreadsheet document; and for navigating various parts of a spreadsheet document.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Sam C. Radakovitz, John Campbell, Carlos Augusto Otero, Allison Jane Rutherford, Uhl Albert
  • Publication number: 20140372952
    Abstract: Simplified data and/or syntax entry in electronic documents is provided. Custom user interface components and selectable controls may be provided that may float on a displayed document and allow for easier data or syntax input. Electronic inking gestures may be used for entry of data and/or programming syntax in an electronic scratch pad and/or directly on top of a displayed electronic document. Gestures (e.g., screen touches) may be used for selecting document components (e.g., spreadsheet ranges) followed by an interpretation by the associated application of the user's gestures. A variety of disambiguation displays, interactions and/or hints may be provided to help a user clarify ambiguous UI selections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2013
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Carlos Augusto Otero, John Campbell, Uhl Albert, Pablo Rochat, Allison Jane Rutherford, Catherine Harley