How to Write a $75 Provisional Patent Application That Has Value 

So, I tuned in to this so I could find out how to write a provisional patent. I was sold a book and a software program. I'm fine with that, but that is not what it is listed as in the title. You did not explain HOW to write a provisional patent... Am I wrong?

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great video as always Stephen ! thanks a lot.. im submitting my PPA on Monday !

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I just finished writing my PPA thanks to the Smart iP program on Invent Right. After struggling for a week in writing a patent on my own the program was a boost that was much needed. Thanks a ton Gene Quinn, Stephen & Andrew.

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This video is a sales pitch.The thing is, you really do have helpful products. Started on my first PPA, and yes, I'm feeling daunted. I want to do it on my own, but I've read, and watched videos, and have found a lot of confusing information. Smart IP might be the thing that breaks through it all, so that I can feel confident about the result.

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Should you get a ppa for an app?

Thank a lot guys, it took me 3 days of non stoping work doing my application. I have made 4 pages not counting the figures, is that enough ?

I am glad I came across your videos about PPA, Mr Stephen. Great videos that honest and forthright. Should I submit a provisional patent even though what I am building is made from parts of other tools and various stock appliances bought from hardware stores? Do I need to do a prior art search before even filing a provisional patent application or should I get in touch with a patent attorney or agent, before I do any of these? Should I pay legalzoom to submit a PPA for me?

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Do PPA require an abstract?

Hell yeah!

Would you have to register a PPA in every country?

The govt lady told me it is up to $70 now- just so customers dont wig out wondering where the $65 might be

I’d like to know how to patent when finding new uses for previously patented products? While I have at least two improvements ( points of difference) , it is still very close to another patented product, but the application would be in a completely different category.

After applying for a PPA through USPTO, how long do you have to wait til you can go out and talk about it, try to sell it? In Romania it's 4 - 6 months, by our PTO's rules.

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As a product design engineer and I can confirm that companies pay their hired guns to design around patents. Good companies in competitive markets understand the patent mine field in their market space and work toward innovating in the space between the mines (patents).

Stephen, thanks for helping us inventors by sharing your amazing knowledge. Will your Smart IP program work for me as a South African too, or not? Thanks.

I love it. Period

Is there another explanation of the step-by-step process of patenting a patent in USPTO, knowing that I am now registered in PCT

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Does the UK have a provisional patent application process?

Hello, is there anything like The PPA for Europe?

@ inventRightTV ... I've heard it said that to be patentable, an invention cannot be disclosed prior to patent submission. But the USA switched from First to invent to First to patent back in 2012 (ish) ... which presumably means that things already in the public domain CAN be patented ? And I think that at the time of switching, that the US was the last remaining country with FTI patent laws ?

Thank you for sharing. How much different is a ornamental patent is from a utility patent and what are the differences in fees? Thanks again friends

Hi expert Stephen Is there a rule covering how reference numbers need to be narrated in the detailed description? I mean, is there a rule to follow where when describing the invention, reference numbers being mentioned must be mentioned in ascending order only? For eg. Can we describe in this way : Car 100 comprises an engine 120 and a carriage 110. Or is it that we must write it this way : Car 100 comprises a carriage 110 and an engine 120? Must the numbers be mentioned in ascending order only?

Here is an idea to increase viewership to your channel: I like to share a common problem faced by newbies drafting the descriptions. It is about the Interpretation of a rule related to patent drawings : 37 C.F.R. 1.84 : (4) The same part of an invention appearing in more than one view of the drawing must always be designated by the same reference character, and the same reference character must never be used to designate different parts. Question : 1. Is the View and Drawing mentioned referring to one angle of looking at one particular embodiment drawing or does it mean any and every view for all drawings , views of all embodiments within the detailed description? 1. Some have interpreted the rule to mean that exactly the same part of a particular embodiment must be referenced using exactly the same reference number within the description for that particular embodiment. So, different numbers can be used to reference the same part with some differences in form in different embodiments. For example, one number range per embodiment. And I can find such granted patents. 2. Others , which appears to be the majority, interpreted it to mean the same part must be referred to using exactly the same reference number and by View it means views across all embodiments. There are also such granted patents . Where the rule is creating confusion: 1. It uses the word drawing. What is drawing ? One drawing ? If one drawing, it can mean just one embodiment. Or does it mean every drawing? If the word DrawingS is used, it could mean views of all embodiments. 2. What is meant by a View? A view of one embodiment or views across all embodiments? 3. I see the problem originates from the fact that English allows for different interpretations no matter how clearly it is written. And the Best Practices supersede possible alternative literally valid interpretations. So it depends ultimately on the judge and then the federal judge. Why is there no clarity? What is the best practice?

Thank you. Question, at the 3:05 mark, you discuss prior art search, google image search, which is helpful, thank you. But how do you go about trying to figure out WHY a filed application never got to market. In other words, if you see your idea has been already invented, how can you figure out WHY it didn't get to market?

Hey you mentioned how you created a patent for an invention that was similar to an old patent but there was a point of difference. Could you elaborate on what constitutes enough of a point of difference? Seems like an important topic to address. Thanks!

Can I file that if from outside USA ?

How to Write a $65 Provisional Patent Application That Has Value: www.forbes.com/sites/stephenkey/2018/10/11/how-to-avoid-having-a-worthless-patent/#4c562c28136f

Since PPAs expire after 12 months, and the USPTO does not look into it, can we reapply? I imagine we can if there was a minor 'tweek'? Is there any fine print we ought to be aware of? Please advise. Thank you! Also, I own and am on chapter 8 of your One Simple Idea book. Another also, do you have any restaurant connections I may borrow? If not completely wild, may I also borrow Damon Kali? I think I may be on to something :)

Firstly, thank a lot for the ton of information and knowledge you are sharing.. :) Secondly, can a person not a citizen of USA, file a provisional patent application in USA?

Love your channel! Can an LLC file for the PPA and are there any disadvantages to doing this? I plan to approach the different companies using the LLC since when I get the royalties, I want the royalties to be paid to the LLC.

Hey Stephen! Long time viewer and subscriber! I love what you and Andrew are doing. So I bought your book "One Simple Idea" a long time ago. Here is my question. In the book, you mention that a great PPA program to use is PatentWizard and I'm wondering if the one you mentioned in this video is better and if I should get that one too. I currently own the PatentWizard. I look forward to your response. Thank you!!!!

I have a question- First off great videos guys ive watched them all! If the company has an online idea submission form but states they will only review an idea if it has a utility patent, does that mean you are out of luck with no patent? Would you bother still sending in your idea (with a PPA) in that case? Thanks!

my biggest problem is the draawing or prototype,,i have a 3d imager but not computer savy,,anyone know who can build my prototypel for a percentage of future sales ?

Can i publish my idea after filing provisional patent without infringing any of qualifying criteria to file final patent?

Hi, there seems to be a lack of or no video teaching about the patenting of a Process. Specifically, I am interested in processes excluding programming. I am not sure what are all the processes that are considered as patentable Pocesses

This is very helpful. I have two questions! 1. A provisional can be cheaper if you're a small entity or micro entity, but I've read in the requirements, in order to qualify as those smaller entities, you have income and employees less than a certain number AND cannot license or sell it to a larger entity. If you can't sell or license it to a larger entity, that takes a way a TON of purpose in planning. IS this true and how do I be a small business and still license to a big business? 2. Suppose it costs me $65.00 to apply for the provisional, but I want to add multiple drawings to cover planned variations of the invention... does it cost money PER image when filing the provisional? Or can I add 10 images at once and just pay the $65.00? PLEASE let me know, these two questions are important and I can't find an answer to these specific questions. Thanks for the great videos.

Dear " Big Kahuna "- Are you aware whether or not these ideas are applicable in Canada ? Thanx !

I am only interested in how to license a patent. I would rather license it to a manfacturer already in the industry to develop the product. How can I get help with the documentation?

Hi, does your book have examples of how to write a provisional patent application? I wish to get one. Thanks

I have several inventions that will change a lot of different work and home issues. Necessity is the Mother of all invention. My fear is putting a search out for them and red flagging my idea. I need the best strategy here.

What if somebody has something similar in the Uk, but not in the US. And it has been close to twenty years? I just bought your book.

My question is: I want my idea protected BEFORE I go to the engineer/artist who can figure out how to make my idea reality. If I have to include the design IN the provisional patent, what keeps the designer from stealing my idea?

so i looked up the website to get the patent however its not the same logo you showed on your screen here on this video and then when i clicked on it to pay it took me to watchdog and i no longer see your company name? am i missing somerthing

thankyou so much stephen i emailed andrew, i want to work with you on my idea, also a fellow youtuber :)

Lets say for instance I want to patent something in the USA and the examiner does an search, do they only search in USA or world wide. If someone already has a patent in lets say France but has no PCT or they haven't filed in USA does this mean my patent will or won't be granted in the USA. If for some reason I'm not granted the patent then it will be possible to still manufacture and sell the product in all the other countries where the original patent inventor didn't register in without having any legal ramifications.

Hi there, do you know if a Canadian can file for a US PPA themselves? Thanks Great channel by the way. Much appreciated!

When you license your product with a provisional patent only is your idea protected after the one year rule about PPA's? Is the idea still protected after the license agreement has ended?

Which type of patent? I have an expired utility patent. Should I use that as a guide to write my next idea?