Checklist

Here is a checklist to help you gather your information:

Note: Not all of the suggestions may apply to your application.

Read Patent Mentor General Information Introductory Course lecture.

Access to the Manual of Patent Examining Procedures (MPEP)

Documentation associated with the development of your invention

Results of your preliminary search

Results of laboratory tests

Technical drawings and sketches

Examples of similar patents

Background information that will help explain your invention

Names and addresses of applicants and inventors

List of countries in which you want to apply

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