Did you know about all Espacenet’s support resources?
Espacenet offers a range of materials to help users make the most of the tool
In a previous edition of Patent Knowledge News, we highlighted the powerful features of the current Espacenet version. While these advancements were designed to significantly enhance search capabilities, the right guidance can make navigating the tool even more effective.
To help you get the best out of Espacenet, we offer a range of support resources developed over the years. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, you will find step-by-step instructions, Patent Knowledge Nugget videos, and other helpful materials to guide you in using the tool to its full potential.
Simply open Espacenet and select "Help" from the main navigation bar to access these resources. A popup will appear with links to all available materials. For added convenience, we have also included these links in the "Further information" section below.
Figure 1. Espacenet user support
The support materials include:
Search and filter examples to help refine your queries.
Figure 2. Filter example: Applicant homonyms
Patent Knowledge Nuggets short videos to explain specific Espacenet features.
Figure 3. Patent Knowledge Nugget
Step-by-step guidance, including a glossary with pages that can be bookmarked or opened in new tabs.
Figure 4. Step-by-step guidance
A pocket guide for experts, summarising Espacenet’s search language and offering insights on searching and filtering.
Figure 5. Pocket guide
Keyboard shortcuts for quicker navigation.
Highlights of major updates compared to the classic version of Espacenet.
Tips and contextual pop-ups for better navigation.
The EPO contact form for personalised assistance.
The online help function also offers a keyword search feature to make finding topics easier.
We value your feedback and invite you to send your suggestions to support@epo.org.
Additionally, keep an eye out for upcoming articles about Espacenet in future editions of the Patent Knowledge News.
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