What are the size limitations for ASCII plain text files submitted on electronic media?
The size limitations for ASCII plain text files submitted on electronic media are as follows:
- For sequence listings: No size limit specified in MPEP 608.05.
- For large tables: Limited to 300 printed pages or approximately 2MB of ASCII text.
- For computer program listings: Limited to 300 printed pages or approximately 2MB of ASCII text.
MPEP 608.05 states: “A large table is defined as a table that is wider than 50 characters or longer than 50 rows. A computer program listing is defined as a printout that exceeds 300 lines of code. These files may each be submitted on a compact disc or DVD and referenced as described above.” The MPEP further clarifies that these limitations translate to approximately 2MB of ASCII text.
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