Abstract: A data organization application allowing the automatic organization of input data into fields of a record of a database is provided. The database is maintained by a separate application. To organize data, a user inputs data in a free form manner onto an input screen provided by the application. When the data entry is completed, the user invokes an organize function in the application to process the input data. The application breaks the input data into logical groups that belong together and assigns tokens to these logical groups. From the assigned tokens, the application is able to identify single tokens or groups of tokens that belong to a unique field or a number of unique fields in the record of the data store. The application goes on to identify other logical groups of data in the input data which belong to other fields in the record.

Abstract: An improved method of taking pictures to capture a precise picture composition is provided. The invention is implemented in a digital camera as an operation mode or feature. When this mode is activated, the camera captures a series of images including a precise picture composition desired by the user. From the series of images describing a chronological sequence of events, the user can select a best-timed shot.

Abstract: A keyboard suitable for a handheld device that includes a plurality of elongated keys arranged along at least one row is disclosed. The row laterally extends from an origin. Each of the plurality of keys is inclined at an angle from a normal. The angle of incline of each of the plurality of keys increases with distance between the key and the origin. Preferably, each of the plurality of keys has an asymmetrical shape that is bulbous at one end and narrow at an opposite end. A handheld electronic device that includes the above keyboard is also disclosed.

Abstract: A novel cuing feature in a handheld computer device having a handwriting recognition (HWR) input device and a display is disclosed. The handheld computer device provides text-editing functions to a user, who can enter or edit a character at a text cursor position on the display using the HWR input device. If the user selects a character mode before entering or editing a character, a cue sets off to indicate such a selection while allowing the user to continue focusing at the text cursor position. Known examples of character modes are the Shift, Caps Lock and Num Lock.