How should changes to the specification be made in a patent application amendment?
Changes to the specification in a patent application amendment should be made as follows:
- By adding, deleting, or replacing a paragraph
- By replacing a section
- By providing a substitute specification
The MPEP states: In order to delete, replace or add a paragraph to the specification of an application, the amendment must unambiguously identify the paragraph to be modified either by paragraph number (see MPEP § 608.01), page and line, or any other unambiguous method and be accompanied by any replacement or new paragraph(s).
Additionally:
- Replacement paragraphs must include markings to show changes
- New paragraphs must be presented in clean form without markings
- Deleted text must be shown by strike-through or double brackets
- Added text must be shown by underlining
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