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PATENT DRAWING SCHOOL
VISIO EDITION
Learn patent drawings in Microsoft Visio
MASTER PATENT DRAWING SKILLS
IN MICROSOFT VISIO

FROM THE EXPERTS AT IP DAVINCI

Master Patent Drawing Skills in Microsoft Visio — Basics That Matter

Master Microsoft Visio for patent drawings with our complete, step-by-step system and included tools.

  • ✅ The Patent Drawing System — Visio Edition (30 micro-courses)
  • ✅ IP DaVinci Visio Stencil & Template Library — 12-month license included ($97 value)
  • ✅ Certificate of Completion + Private Community

Zero experience required; master the essentials in hours—skip the steep curve.

Used by top law firms & inventors • Thousands of figures drafted • 30-day money-back guarantee

Everything You Need to Produce Filing-Ready Drawings

A no-brainer offer for individuals investing in themselves

  • The Patent Drawing System — Visio Edition — 30 concise micro-courses that take you from zero to confident, filing-ready drawings.
  • IP DaVinci Custom Visio Stencil & Template Library — pre-formatted shapes, annotations, and USPTO-aligned page templates (12-month license included — $97 value).
  • Certificate of Completion — showcase your new capability to employers or clients.
  • Private Community — get help, swap tips, and stay motivated.
  • 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee — try it, apply it, love it or get a full refund.

Course includes a 12-month Toolkit license ($97 value). To keep using the Toolkit after 12 months, renew at $97/year. You can continue working in plain Visio without the Toolkit.

Who This Is For

If you want practical skills that pay for themselves fast

Patent Paralegals

Do more in-house

  • Own annotations, edits, and common figures
  • Become the go-to person for drawing fixes

Patent Practicioners

Move filings faster

  • Draft while you think
  • Fix issues instantly without vendor cycles

Solo Inventors

Control your visuals

  • Create clean provisional figures yourself
  • Communicate ideas clearly to counsel

Freelance Tech Writers

Stand out & earn more

  • Offer drawing prep as a premium add-on
  • Deliver fully annotated, filing-ready visuals

Built for Busy Professionals

Tailored skills and minimal setup — everything you need to succeed fast

No Design Background Needed

Zero artistic skills required

  • Step-by-step micro-lessons — no art or CAD experience needed
  • Drag-and-drop shapes + presets for clean, consistent figures

Fast Learning Curve

Produce drawings in hours, not months

  • We cut the fluff
  • Focus only on what you need for patent drawings

Low Software Barrier

Visio-based, easy to get

  • Microsoft Visio (Standard or Professional)
  • No subscription needed — one-time license available

Time-Saving Tools & Templates

Work smarter, not harder

  • Pre-made reusable shapes
  • Optimized, repeatable workflows

By the End, You’ll Be Able To…

Real-world outcomes that show up in your day-to-day work

The program focuses on high-leverage tasks you’ll use immediately — flowcharts, system diagrams, annotations, and revisions — all aligned with USPTO expectations.

  • Draft flowcharts & system diagrams fast with reusable shapes.
  • Trace images into clean, filing-ready line art.
  • Add reference numbers & leader lines in minutes with optimized tools.
  • Apply USPTO-aligned page templates.
  • Make live edits in client meetings, while drafting claims, or when responding to office actions (OAs).
  • Reduce outsourcing & back-and-forth — keep momentum in-house.
  • Communicate complex ideas clearly to clients, examiners, and teammates.
  • Save $75–$150+ per figure — one self-made drawing per week = $5,000–$10,000+/year.
  • Cut task time: 30–60 min → 5–10 min with the Toolkit.
  • Speed cycles: vendor edits in days → same-day in-house.

Inside the Program

30 micro-courses, grouped for speed and retention

Setup & Fundamentals

  • Welcome + Installing the Toolkit
  • Pages, sizing, and margins that map to USPTO expectations
  • Essential tools only — ignore the fluff

Navigation & Editing

  • Zoom/pan mastery
  • Selection, movement, duplication, and resizing
  • Working quickly with groups and layers

Layout, Annotations & Precision

  • Dynamic grids, alignment, and distribution
  • Effortless annotations: numbers, leaders, callouts
  • Text styles that stay consistent

Connectors & Relationships

  • Smart connectors that route cleanly
  • Custom connector styles
  • Fixing overlaps and reroutes fast

Images & Assets

  • Screenshots & photos
  • Tracing techniques
  • Reusable components & your personal library

Figure Types

  • Flowcharts for method claims
  • System / block diagrams
  • Device diagrams and hybrid figures

See the Method in Action

Short, focused lessons you can apply immediately

Lessons are silent with precise, on-screen guidance so you can move at your own pace — pause, replay, and master each skill quickly.

How to Annotate Drawings in Visio

Fast Text Editing in Visio

Try It Free — Pick Your Starting Point

See the teaching style first. Upgrade to the complete $397 system when you’re ready.

Level A

Open Preview (Always Free)

Watch 5 micro-lessons instantly — no login.

  • Immediate access
  • No email required
Watch Free Lessons
Level B

Members Library (Free Account)

Everything in Preview + 5 extra lessons.

  • 10 micro-lessons
  • Save progress in your library
Create Free Account

Join Today — $397 One-Time

Instant access to all lessons + Toolkit + community

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee. Take the lessons, use the Toolkit, and put the methods to work. If you don’t love it, email us within 30 days for a full refund.

Course includes a 12-month Toolkit license ($97 value). To keep using the Toolkit after 12 months, renew at $97/year. You can continue working in plain Visio without the Toolkit.

Typical results: save $75–$150+ per simple figure; 1 self-made/week ≈ $5k–$10k/year; tasks drop from 30–60 min to 5–10 min.

Interested in this course for your business or team?

Equip your employees with patent drawing skills

What Students Say

Real outcomes from real practice

“I went from avoiding figure edits to handling them same-day. The Toolkit makes annotations almost automatic.”

— Sasha P., Patent Paralegal — Chicago, IL

“Now I draft flowcharts while writing claims. It keeps my thinking tight and saves days of back-and-forth.”

— Marc A., Associate Patent Attorney — Dallas, TX

“As a solo inventor, I can make provisional drawings that clearly explain my ideas before I ever hire counsel.”

— Christine R., Hardware Founder — San Jose, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Patent Drawing School?
An online training program from a 30-year U.S. patent drafting team. We teach you to create, edit, and annotate clean, compliant drawings in Microsoft Visio—without relying on external drafters.
Who is this for?
Patent paralegals, junior attorneys, solo inventors, and freelance technical writers who want practical drawing skills that reduce delays and improve filings.
What exactly do I get for $397?
The Complete Patent Drawing System (30 micro-courses), the IP DaVinci Visio Stencil & Template Library (included—$99 value), private community access, and a certificate of completion available upon request.
Do I need Microsoft Visio or prior experience?
You’ll need Microsoft Visio (Standard or Professional). No prior Visio or design experience is required—lessons are step-by-step and focus only on what matters for patent drawings.
How long do I have access?
You get 12 months of access to all lessons. The included Toolkit license also covers updates during that 12-month period.
Do I need to keep paying for the Toolkit after the course?
Renewal is optional at $97/year after your included 12-month license. You can continue working in plain Visio; the Toolkit simply speeds up annotations and keeps formatting consistent.
Will this help with USPTO-style compliance?
Yes. Templates and defaults are aligned with common USPTO expectations—margins, numbering, line styles, and consistent text sizes.
Can I use the drawings in filings?
Yes. Students use their drawings for provisional filings and as draft visuals for non-provisional applications with counsel.
How long does it take to learn, and how quickly can I use it?
Most students complete the core content in 6–10 hours and start applying it immediately. Lessons are short and targeted—value begins from hour one.
How much time can I really save?
Tasks that took 30–60 minutes often drop to under 5. Adding lead lines and reference numbers takes minutes with the included Toolkit.
What equipment do I need?
A Windows PC with Microsoft Visio (Standard or Professional) and a mouse for precision editing.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes—upon request. After completing all modules, contact us and we’ll issue a professional certificate of completion.
What support and community access is included?
Free access to our private community spaces (LinkedIn and Discourse) for peer Q&A and tips. Paid options—priority email support, office hours, and 1:1 coaching or team onboarding—are available on request.
Can I enroll multiple team members or use this for onboarding?
Yes. We offer team licenses, bulk access, and admin options for firms, corporate IP departments, and universities—great for training new hires.
Do you offer invoicing or PO options?
Yes. We support invoice/PO purchasing for firms and departments.
Is there a guarantee?
Absolutely. Try it for 30 days. If it’s not a fit, email us for a full refund—no hassle.