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A utility patent protects how something works or functions, the useful features of an invention. On the other hand, a design patent protects how something looks, the ornamental or visual appearance of an object. Now, most inventors only think about utility patents. But design patents can be powerful too, especially for consumer products, packaging or user interfaces, areas where design is really important for market recognition. You can often get design patents and utility patents on the same product or parts of the same
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product. Here’s a quick tip. Design patents are usually faster and less expensive to obtain than utility patents. This can be very valuable for startups and small businesses where budget is a extreme concern. As a closing point, understanding the difference between design patents and utility patents can help you choose the right protection for what you’ve actually created.
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