Learn how to search patents

Before you file your patent application, you need to conduct a prior art search. Learn to search databases used by patent examiners. Space is limited, so register early.

A supervisory patent examiner will cover important questions, including:

  • What are the benefits of searching?
  • Where can you search?
  • When should you search?
  • How do you search using USPTO search tools?

The August 18 session will be offered virtually via WebEx to those registered for the event.

This session will be useful for inventors, entrepreneurs, and those who have a beginning to intermediate knowledge of patents and would like to learn more about patent searching.

This event is accessible to individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, including captioning, sign language interpreting, or other, please email siliconvalley@uspto.gov or call 408-918-9900.

Register today