What are form paragraphs in the context of requirements for information?

Form paragraphs are pre-written text segments used by patent examiners to standardize and streamline the process of creating requirements for information. The MPEP provides specific form paragraphs for various aspects of the requirement, including:

• The heading of the requirement (Form Paragraph 7.105)
• Specific types of information requests (e.g., Form Paragraphs 7.106 – 7.121)
• Concluding paragraphs (e.g., Form Paragraphs 7.122 – 7.126)

For example, Form Paragraph 7.105 states: Applicant and the assignee of this application are required under 37 CFR 1.105 to provide the following information that the examiner has determined is reasonably necessary to the examination of this application.

These form paragraphs help ensure consistency and completeness in the requirements for information issued by the USPTO.

To learn more:

• form paragraphs
• 37 CFR 1.105
• patent examination
• USPTO

To learn more:

• 37 CFR 1.105