What are the size restrictions for ASCII plain text files submitted via the USPTO patent electronic filing system?
The USPTO has specific size restrictions for ASCII plain text files submitted via their patent electronic filing system: The size limit for “Sequence Listing” ASCII plain text files is 100 megabytes. Compression is not allowed for “Sequence Listing” files submitted via the USPTO patent electronic filing system. For “Large Tables” and “Computer Program Listing Appendix”…
Read MoreWhat is the recommended format for submitting a “Sequence Listing” in a patent application?
The USPTO recommends submitting a “Sequence Listing” as an ASCII plain text file via the USPTO patent electronic filing system rather than as a PDF image file. This is because: If submitted as an ASCII plain text file in compliance with 37 CFR 1.824, it will serve as both the “Sequence Listing” under 37 CFR…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for submitting a “Sequence Listing” in an international application (PCT) via the USPTO patent electronic filing system?
When submitting a “Sequence Listing” in an international application (PCT) via the USPTO patent electronic filing system, there are specific requirements and recommendations: It is highly recommended to submit the sequence listing as a single ASCII plain text file with a “.txt” extension on the international filing date. The size limit for submitting a sequence…
Read MoreWhat should I do if my “Sequence Listing” ASCII plain text file exceeds the 100 megabyte size limit for USPTO electronic filing?
If your “Sequence Listing” ASCII plain text file exceeds the 100 megabyte size limit for USPTO electronic filing, you have the following options: File the application without the “Sequence Listing” using the USPTO patent electronic filing system to obtain the application number and confirmation number. Then, file the “Sequence Listing” on read-only optical disc(s) on…
Read MoreHow does the application size fee apply to “Sequence Listings” submitted as ASCII plain text files?
The application size fee for “Sequence Listings” submitted as ASCII plain text files is treated differently from other file formats: Any “Sequence Listing” or CRF of a “Sequence Listing” submitted as an ASCII plain text file via the USPTO patent electronic filing system that complies with 37 CFR 1.821(c) or (e) is excluded when determining…
Read MoreWhat are the size limitations for submitting ASCII plain text files via the USPTO patent electronic filing system?
The size limitations for submitting ASCII plain text files via the USPTO patent electronic filing system depend on the type of content: For “Computer Program Listing Appendix” files: The size limit is 25 MB, and file compression is not permitted. (37 CFR 1.96(c)(3)) For “Large Tables” files: The size limit is 25 MB, and file…
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