Do I need to renumber figures after cancelling non-elected designs in an international design application?
No, you do not need to renumber figures after cancelling non-elected designs in an international design application. In fact, it is recommended that you maintain the original numbering to ensure consistency with the published International Registration. As stated in MPEP 2920.05(b): “Renumbering of the figures following cancellation of non-elected embodiments is not required.“ The MPEP…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for figure numbering in plant patent drawings?
Figure numbering in plant patent drawings follows specific guidelines as outlined in MPEP 1606. The manual states: “The figures should be consecutively numbered, starting with Figure 1, and the individual parts separately designated (e.g., Figure 1A, Figure 1B, etc.).” Key requirements for figure numbering include: Use consecutive numbering starting with Figure 1 Designate individual parts…
Read MoreHow should figures be numbered in PCT application drawings?
Figures in PCT application drawings must be numbered according to specific guidelines outlined in MPEP 1825 and PCT Rule 11.13. The key requirements are: Figures must be numbered consecutively in Arabic numerals. Numbering should be independent of sheet numbers. Figures should be numbered in the order they appear, if possible. The numbering should be preceded…
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