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How to Write a Patent Application
Guides to filing different types of patent applications, utilty (provisional and nonprovisional), design, and plant.
- Online Application Forms (6)
- Drawings for Applications (15)
- Writing the Abstract (4)
- Descriptions & Claims (4)
- Amendments & Appeals (2)
How do I Apply for a Patent?
A patent application is a legal document that you file with a patent office.
Filing a Nonprovisional Utility Patent Application
A guide to filing a utility patent application. Since there are no official forms available with the exception of the declaration, all patent applicants must create their own applications using the USPTO guidelines.
Filing a Provisional Utility Patent Application
What is a provisional patent and how do you get one.
Filing a Design Patent Application
How to file a design patent application - examples of drawings and disclosures.
Filing a Plant Patent Application
An overview of plant patents and how to file an application.
Where to Get a Patent Application
Quick and easy - where to get a patent application and what kind you will need.
Application Pages - The Correct Style
Make sure your patent application is in the correct format.
Patent Application - Application Data Sheet
The application data sheet contains bibliographic data about your patent application.
Models Exhibits Specimens and Prototypes
Models or exhibits are not required in most patent applications.
Filing Fees
How much are the USPTO filing fees for a patent application?
Patent It Yourself by David Pressman
For those of you wishing to undertake the challenge to "Patent It Yourself" this is your guide and the most highly recommended book of its genre.
The USPTO Official Patent Information Menu
Everything on patent information from the USPTO.