An improved beta version of DesignView is now available alongside the original interface, as part of a planned improvement to the tool, which offers free design search from 66 participating offices. DesignView was launched in 2012 and currently contains nearly 15 million designs.

The new version provides a totally redesigned interface that allows an enhanced search experience and navigation. The tool has also improved search results display significantly and has a wide set of search criteria which can be personalised and fine-tuned for a quicker and more efficient search.

As part of the improvements, it is also possible to select two or more designs and place them side by side for comparison purposes. Users can also easily export search results to PDF, Excel and Word formats. The quality of data available through DesignView has also been improved and a data inspection and correction mechanism has been put in place to address any inconsistencies.

All users are kindly invited to send their feedback by clicking on ‘Your feedback’ at the bottom of the page. Each contribution will be greatly welcomed by the development team to further improve the tool for the benefit of users.

The improvements are a core part of EUIPO’s European Cooperation activity in the framework of its Strategic Plan 2020 and have been developed in collaboration with experts from national and regional IP offices of the EU and user associations.