Method and apparatus for visualizing and exploring large hierarchical structures

摘要: Method and apparatus for displaying navigating data organized in the form of a graph structure (hierarchy or network) is presented. The invention has application system interconnected nodes such as graph, network, an organizational chart, flowchart etc. wherein information associated with system. A user interface implemented ActiveX control having viewer component (for example mining model over records directory set files). updates contents related windows that display different aspects components (nodes) structure. thumbnail window presents overview layout more detailed view part Other context properties particular selected nodes. One instance used database classifier which organizes tree. tree maintains depiction entire (or tree) Thumbnail depicts portion larger window. can move mouse pointer either by actuated inputs manner Color coding being displayed, along auxiliary detail values histograms, be to quickly navigate large locates zones interest within it.