How should I reference figures in the Brief Description of Drawings section?

When referencing figures in the Brief Description of Drawings section of a patent application, you should:

• Refer to each figure by its number (e.g., Figure 1, Figure 2)
• Provide a brief explanation of what each figure represents

The MPEP 608.01(f) states:

The specification must contain or be amended to contain a brief description of the several views of the drawings.

For example:

Figure 1 is a perspective view of the invented device.

Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of the device shown in Figure 1.

Keep the descriptions concise and avoid detailed explanations, which belong in the Detailed Description section.

To learn more:

• patent application
• drawings
• brief description
• figure references
• MPEP 608.01(f)

To learn more:

• MPEP 608.01(f)