What file formats can be imported into the WIPO Sequence Tool?

The WIPO Sequence Tool supports importing data from various file formats. According to MPEP 2418: WIPO Sequence can import data from other WIPO Standard ST.26 projects, WIPO Standard ST.26 XML sequence listings, Standard ST.25 sequence listing text files, raw files, multi-sequence format files, and FASTA (FAST-All-a DNA and protein sequence alignment software package) files. This…

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What file formats are accepted for electronic submission of assignment documents to the USPTO?

The USPTO accepts the following file formats for electronic submission of assignment documents: PDF (Portable Document Format) TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) As stated in MPEP 302.10: “The USPTO will accept electronic submissions of assignment documents in TIFF or PDF format.” It’s important to note that these formats are chosen for their ability to preserve…

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