What are the possible statuses of a file order request in the USPTO’s File Ordering System?
When an examiner places a file order request through the USPTO’s File Ordering System (FOS), they receive a response with one of the following statuses: Accepted Accepted, but the file is located at a remote warehouse (increased delivery time) Not accepted because the file is not located at the repository or warehouse Not accepted because…
Read MoreHow can patent examiners access previously abandoned application files or granted patents?
Patent examiners can access previously abandoned application files or granted patents through different methods depending on the file format: For Image File Wrapper (IFW) files, examiners can view the application papers from their desktop via the Patent Examiner’s Toolkit. For non-IFW files, examiners use the File Ordering System (FOS) to request paper files stored at…
Read MoreWhat are the possible responses an examiner might receive after submitting a file request through FOS?
After submitting a file request through the File Ordering System (FOS), an examiner may receive one of the following responses: The request is accepted. The request is accepted, but the file is located at a remote warehouse (resulting in increased delivery time). The request is not accepted because the file is not located at the…
Read MoreWhat information is required to order a patented or abandoned file through the File Ordering System (FOS)?
To order a patented or abandoned file through the File Ordering System (FOS), examiners need to provide the following information: Delivery organization (i.e., art unit) Employee number Patent number(s) and/or application number(s) of the file(s) needed The MPEP states: To place such an order, the system requires the examiner’s delivery organization (i.e. art unit), employee…
Read MoreWhat is the File Ordering System (FOS) and how is it used?
The File Ordering System (FOS) is a system used by patent examiners to order patented and abandoned paper files or artifact folders. MPEP 711.04(b) states: “To place such an order, the system requires a delivery organization (i.e. the examiner’s art unit), employee number, and patent number(s) and/or application number(s) of the file(s) that are needed.”…
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