Overview
The Track section in the Patent module is a powerful tool for monitoring and managing your patents. This guide explains how to use this feature to stay updated on any changes or updates related to your patents as captured from the IP India website.
How to Access the Track Section
Login: Sign in to your account.
Navigate to Patents: Go to the Patents section of your account.
Select Track Section: Click on the Track section to access your tracked patents.
Accessing Refined Views
Users can access refined views of patents by selecting the following tabs:
Self: View patents that belong to your organization or law firm.
3rd party: View Patents tracked by other organizations or law firms that do not match your applicant name.
New Found:
Find newly filed Patents in IP India that need to be added to your tracking section.
Easily add the Patent from this section to your tracking section for monitoring purposes.
Patent Stages
Check the status of your tracked Patent by selecting the following stages:
All: Includes all status categories.
In Process: Includes status like Application waiting, Application request for examination, Application in hearing, etc.
Opposed: Patents that have been opposed.
Registered: Patents that have been registered.
Upcoming Hearing: Patent with scheduled hearing, if any patents will be published into the cause list that will be visible under this section.
These stages allow users to efficiently monitor the progress of the Patent through various phases.
Filter Options
Refine your searches further by creating filters. Follow these steps:
Add Filters:
Click on the "Add Filters" button.
Set Conditions:
Use the dropdown menu to select specific conditions.
This feature enables users to tailor their searches based on precise criteria.
Managing Column Positions
Users can easily manage the positions of columns in the tool. Follow these steps:
Adjust Columns:
Click on the highlighted toggle button.
Use the drag-and-drop method to adjust the position of columns.
Adjust the size of fields as needed.
Add the column Patent listing page as per the user's requirement.
Additionally, users can generate a quick report by clicking on the "Generate Report" button. This allows for efficient customization and reporting based on user preferences.
By following these steps, users can easily add Patents to their account, ensuring accurate tracking and management.