What is the recommended content for the specification in an international design application designating the United States?
For international design applications designating the United States, the MPEP recommends including specific content in the specification: “An international design application designating the United States must include a specification as prescribed by 35 U.S.C. 112 and preferably include a brief description of the reproductions pursuant to Rule 7(5)(a) describing the view or views of the…
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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…
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