Method and system for complex boolean queries using a simple and intuitive graphical user interface search bar

摘要

A data processing system that includes a data store, means for storing information within the data store, and a graphical user interface is disclosed that uses a novel query system. The query system includes Search Bar, with laterally aligned search cells. The Search Bar allows a user to perform any search on single or multiple cells available in the Search Bar. Each cell allows a user to enter one or more characters to identify specific words starting with these character(s) or specific words containing these character(s). Each character entered narrows or broadens the search results.