Family Chart

Use the family chart to get a good overview about the composition of a specific patent family.

In Detail View open the menu tab „Window“ and select the item „Family Chart“. A new window opens where you can select the layout of your family chart. Choose between a grid, a horizontally layered layout or a vertically layered layout. If you would like to set your preference for a specific layout, check the box “set to standard”.

Proceed to the family chart by clicking “OK”.

When clicking on an individual family member the selected member will be automatically displayed in Detail View.

On top of the family chart window you find the legend explaining the colour codes of the individual family members. Show or hide the legend by checking the box “Hide/Show Legend”.

The family chart can be quite confusing, especially when displaying large patent families. You can modify the display of the family chart according to your requirements by clicking “Unlock”. When the family chart is unlocked, you can move family members in order for the family chart to become clearer.

If you would like to see the family chart in a different layout, click the “Rebuild” button and choose from one of the previously explained layout options.

To see all links between the family members check the box „Show all links“.

Zoom in and out in a family chart by using magnifying glass – symbol (+/-) or hold down Ctrl and use the mouse wheel, as known from Windows. Return to the original window size by clicking on the full screen- symbol

You can also export the family chart as a .jpg file on your drive. Click the button “Export” and save the file to be able to send it to colleagues or clients. You can also print the family chart.