How should a “Sequence Listing XML” file be named?

According to MPEP 2413.02, the naming convention for a “Sequence Listing XML” file is as follows: “Be named as *.xml, where “*” is one character or a combination of characters limited to upper- or lowercase letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, and the name does not exceed 60 characters in total, excluding the extension. No spaces…

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What are the file naming requirements for sequence listings submitted as ASCII text files?

What are the file naming requirements for sequence listings submitted as ASCII text files? When submitting a sequence listing as an ASCII text file, it’s important to follow specific file naming conventions. According to MPEP 2425: “The file name must be limited to 25 characters or fewer, including spaces and the extension, and must include…

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What are the file naming conventions for ASCII plain text submissions in patent applications?

According to MPEP 608.05, the file naming conventions for ASCII plain text submissions in patent applications are as follows: File names must be limited to 60 characters or less. Only alphanumeric characters, hyphens, and underscores are allowed. Spaces should not be used in file names. The file name should clearly indicate the content and purpose…

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