What are “Large Tables” and how should they be submitted in a patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules1 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. “Large Tables” are defined in 37 CFR 1.58(c) as: Any…
Read MoreWhat is the incorporation by reference requirement for ASCII plain text file submissions?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. ASCII plain text file submissions (e.g., Sequence Listings, Large Tables,…
Read MoreWhat is the process for incorporating ASCII plain text files by reference in a patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Incorporating ASCII plain text files by reference in a patent…
Read MoreWhat are the file naming conventions for ASCII plain text submissions in patent applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. According to MPEP 608.05, the file naming conventions for ASCII…
Read MoreWhat is a “Computer Program Listing Appendix” and how should it be submitted?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. A “Computer Program Listing Appendix” is a document that lists…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for submitting a “Computer Program Listing Appendix” in a patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. A “Computer Program Listing Appendix” must be submitted as an…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for submitting a “Computer Program Listing Appendix” in a patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. A “Computer Program Listing Appendix” must be submitted as an…
Read MoreWhat are the labeling requirements for compact discs containing ASCII plain text files?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The labeling requirements for compact discs containing ASCII plain text…
Read MoreHow should ASCII plain text files be submitted for sequence listings, large tables, or computer program listings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. ASCII plain text files for sequence listings, large tables, or…
Read MoreWhat are the size limitations for submitting ASCII plain text files via the USPTO patent electronic filing system?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The size limitations for submitting ASCII plain text files via…
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