What is Form Paragraph 7.91 used for in patent examination?

Form Paragraph 7.91 is a standardized text used by patent examiners to notify applicants that their reply is not fully responsive to a prior Office action. As described in MPEP 711.02(a), this paragraph is titled “Reply Is Not Fully Responsive, Extension of Time Suggested” and serves several purposes:

1. It informs the applicant that their reply is insufficient.
2. It explains why the reply is not fully responsive.
3. It warns that the application may become abandoned.
4. It suggests obtaining an extension of time to correct the deficiency.

The examiner uses this form paragraph to provide clear guidance on what needs to be addressed and how to prevent abandonment of the application. It’s a crucial communication tool in the patent examination process.

To learn more:

• patent examination
• form paragraph 7.91
• office action
• insufficient reply

To learn more:

• form paragraph 7.91