What are the requirements for numbering views in international design application reproductions?
What are the requirements for numbering views in international design application reproductions?
Numbering views in international design application reproductions must follow specific guidelines:
- Each view should be numbered consecutively using Arabic numerals.
- Numbers should be placed outside the reproduction area, preferably in the top left corner.
- The numbering should be consistent across all views and correspond to the description.
The MPEP 2920.04(b) states:
“Reproductions should be numbered consecutively using Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3, etc.) … placed outside the reproduction.”
Proper numbering ensures clear identification of each view and helps examiners and others understand the relationship between different perspectives of the design.
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Topics:
MPEP 2900 - International Design Applications,
MPEP 2920.04(B) - Reproductions (Drawing Figures),
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure