What should I do if the title of my invention is not specific to the claimed invention?
If the title of your invention is not specific to the claimed invention, you should refer to MPEP § 606.01 for guidance. The MPEP § 1302.04(a) directs patent examiners and applicants to this section: “Where the title of the invention is not specific to the invention as claimed, see MPEP § 606.01.” MPEP § 606.01…
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Can the title of a patent application be changed after filing? Yes, the title of a patent application can be changed after filing. According to MPEP 606: Where the title is not descriptive of the invention claimed, the examiner should require the substitution of a new title that is clearly indicative of the invention to…
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Can a patent title be changed after filing? Yes, a patent title can be changed after filing. The MPEP 606 states: “The title may be amended at any time during the prosecution of the application, and in many instances a change in title may be required by the examiner.” This means that: Applicants can request…
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