What are the encoding requirements for a Sequence Listing XML file?
The encoding requirements for a Sequence Listing XML file are specified in MPEP 2413.01(a): The file must be encoded using Unicode UTF-8 It must comply with XML 1.0 specifications Character usage is restricted based on the element type Specifically, the MPEP states: “The file must be encoded using Unicode UTF-8, with the following restrictions: (1)…
Read MoreHow should reserved characters be handled in a Sequence Listing XML?
According to MPEP 2413.01(a), reserved characters in a Sequence Listing XML must be replaced with predefined entities. The MPEP states: “The reserved characters “, &, ‘, (Unicode code points 0022, 0026, 0027, 003C and 003E respectively), must be replaced as set forth in the table below.” The replacement table is as follows: < is replaced…
Read MoreWhat character restrictions apply to different parts of the Sequence Listing XML?
The MPEP 2413.01(a) outlines specific character restrictions for different parts of the Sequence Listing XML: General information and NonEnglishQualifier_value: “The information contained in the elements ApplicantName, InventorName and InventionTitle of the general information part, and the NonEnglishQualifier_value of the sequence data part, may be composed of any valid Unicode characters indicated in the XML 1.0…
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