# What is patent disclosure?

In order for an invention to be legally protected, all its details must be disclosed to the public or the relevant institution.

## Overview
In order for an invention to be legally protected, all its details must be disclosed to the public or the relevant institution.

## Related tools
- [Patent Disclosure Skill](/en/discover/patent-disclosure-skill/)

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Source: TreScout Dictionary · https://trescout.com/en/dictionary/patent-disclosure/