TURN YOUR IDEAS INTO PATENT DRAWINGS
Learn to Prepare Flowchart & System Diagram Patent Figures in Microsoft Visio
- ✅ Visualize & Iterate Ideas
- ✅ Handle Common Figures Yourself
- ✅ Smoother Handoff to Attorneys
Patent Drawing School helps inventors and founders create their own diagram-type drawings for provisional or non-provisional patent applications. Zero experience required; master the essentials in hours—skip the steep curve.
About This Course
Simplified patent drawing training for non-attorneys
We use Microsoft Visio because it’s simple, affordable, and ideal for making flowcharts, device diagrams, and labeled figures — the types most commonly used in patent filings.
You’ll learn step-by-step how to sketch, format, and edit drawings that meet USPTO standards. Whether you’re preparing a provisional or working with your attorney on a non-provisional, you’ll gain full control over your visuals — and save hundreds or thousands of dollars.
Designed for Inventors and Builders
You know your invention — now show it
No Drawing Skills Needed
You don’t need to be an artist
- Follow simple steps with templates and tools
Fast & Focused
Learn in hours, not weeks
- Short, targeted video lessons
Low Barrier Software
No expensive tools
- Use Microsoft Visio — available for one-time purchase
File-Ready Results
Create real drawings for real patents
- Use your figures in provisional or formal applications
What You’ll Be Able to Do
Clear, compliant patent figures — created by you
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to sketch, format, and edit professional-looking patent drawings — and use them in real patent filings or communicate more clearly with your patent attorney.
Course Content
Practical modules designed for busy IP professionals
Setup & Fundamentals
- • MC1A0: Introduction to Microsoft Visio for Patent Drawings
- • MC2G1: Mastering Page Management in Patent Drawings
- • MC2J1: Mastering Basic Drawing Tools in Patent Drawings
Navigation & Editing
- • MC2B1: Mastering Zooming Techniques in Patent Drawings
- • MC2B2: Mastering Panning Techniques in Patent Drawings
- • MC2C1: Mastering Selection Techniques in Patent Drawings
- • MC2C2: Mastering Object Movement in Patent Drawings
- • MC2C3: Mastering Object Duplication in Patent Drawings
- • MC2D1: Mastering Resizing Techniques in Patent Drawings
Layout, Annotations & Precision
- • MC2E1: Mastering the Dynamic Grid in Patent Drawings
- • MC2E2: Mastering Alignment and Distribution in Patent Drawings
- • MC2A1: Effortless Patent Drawing Annotations
- • MC2H1: Mastering Text Addition in Patent Drawings
- • MC2H2: Mastering Text Editing in Patent Drawings
Connectors & Relationships
- • MC2F1: Mastering Connectors in Patent Drawings
- • MC2F2: Mastering Custom Connectors in Patent Drawings
- • MC2F3: Mastering Connector Formatting in Patent Drawings
- • MC2F4: Mastering Connector Replacement in Patent Drawings
- • MC2F5: Mastering Connector Rerouting in Patent Drawings
- • MC2F6: Mastering Custom Connections in Patent Drawings
Images & Assets
- • MC2K1: Mastering Image Handling in Patent Drawings
- • MC5A1: Mastering Screenshot and Photo Integration in Patent Drawings
- • MC4B10: Mastering Image Tracing in Patent Drawings
- • MC4B8: Mastering Reusable Components in Patent Drawings
Figure Types
- • MC4A1: Mastering Flowchart Drafting in Patent Drawings
- • MC4B1: Mastering System Diagram Drafting in Patent Drawings
- • MC4B4: Mastering Container-Based System Diagrams in Patent Drawings
- • MC4B6: Mastering System Diagrams with Images in Patent Drawings
- • MC4B7: Mastering System Diagrams with Custom Stencil Shapes in Patent Drawings
Course Preview Videos
See how it works in action
Watch the demos below to experience the format.
How to Annotate Drawings in Visio
Fast Text Editing in Visio
Prerequisites
Minimum Requirements
You do not need any prior technical, design, or drawing experience to take this course — and you do not need to know Visio or any other software in advance. We’ll guide you step by step.
To follow along and complete the exercises, you’ll need access to Microsoft Visio — either the Standard or Professional edition.
If you don’t currently have Visio, you can purchase it directly from Microsoft or authorized resellers. U.S.-based options include:
💡 Note: This course does not require Visio Plan 1 or Plan 2 (cloud-based subscriptions). A one-time purchase of Visio Standard or Professional is sufficient.
🖱️ Recommended: Use a mouse for best results. Drawing and editing in Visio is much easier with a mouse than with a laptop touchpad.
From Idea to Drawing — What Inventors Are Saying
Real results from real creators
“I used this course to sketch my entire provisional myself. It saved me over $1,000 — and my attorney said the drawings were excellent.”
— Mark B., Independent Inventor – Chicago, IL
“This gave me the confidence to prepare drawings on my own timeline. I could file provisionals the same day I finished writing!”
— Angela F., Product Designer – Austin, TX
“I was surprised how easy it was. Visio plus these videos = done in a weekend. Great investment.”
— Chris M., Startup Founder – Seattle, WA
🎁 Free Lesson: Learn Before You Buy
Get instant, no-obligation access to sample lessons so you can evaluate the training experience.
- 🎓 Hands-on Visio lesson with video + checklist
- ✅ No commitment required
- 📬 Delivered immediately by email
Ready to Begin?
Gain drawing confidence today
✅ 6 months full access to self-paced lessons
🧰 6 months of use and updates for included Visio stencils and templates. (A license is required for continued use after that period)
📜 Certificate of completion available upon request
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Frequently Asked Questions
Inventor-focused support before you begin