How should sequences be referenced in patent application drawings?
When sequences are presented in drawings of a patent application, 37 CFR 1.831(c) provides specific guidelines: “Where a sequence is presented in a drawing, reference must be made to the sequence by use of the sequence identifier (§ 1.832(a)), either in the drawing or in the Brief Description of the Drawings, where the correlation between…
Read MoreHow should I amend the brief description of drawings when canceling a figure?
When canceling a figure in a patent application, it’s important to also amend the brief description of the drawings to reflect this change. Here’s how to do it: Remove any reference to the canceled figure from the brief description. Renumber the remaining figures if necessary. Update any cross-references to the figures throughout the specification. MPEP…
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