Learn how to file DOCX documents in your applications using Patent Center
 Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for training webinars on how to file in DOCX through Patent Center. Register today for one of the next available trainings, scheduled for January 11, 23, 25, and 30, and February 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 27, and 29.
During the training, the eCommerce Modernization (eMod) team will conduct a demonstration using the Patent Center training mode. Each session takes about an hour and includes time for questions, as well as an opportunity to use the training mode to practice DOCX filing.
Once you have registered, you will be emailed instructions for joining the webinar prior to your session. We encourage applicants to use the Patent Center training mode to practice filing in DOCX without saving or storing data to USPTO systems. We also recommend viewing this video about how to file DOCX documents in training mode before the webinar.
The USPTO is taking the next step in its transition to DOCX format for the filing of patent application-related documents in Patent Center as part of our continuous efforts to modernize our patent application systems to improve user experience, provide applicants a more streamlined process, promote harmony across patent systems globally, and strengthen our ability to examine applications quickly and effectively. Patent Center makes it easy for all users to file the specification, claims, abstract, and drawings in DOCX format and provides pre-prosecution checks that improve the robustness and reliability of patents.
As previously noted, we will continue to allow filings in non-DOCX filing formats for new, non-provisional utility patent applications until January 17. Beginning January 17, those filing new, non-provisional utility patent applications with specification, claims, and abstract in non-DOCX filing formats will incur a surcharge. The option for applicants to provide a backup PDF, or auxiliary PDF, version of their application with their DOCX version remains available.
We are committed to ensuring a successful and smooth transition to the DOCX format for our patent applicants, and we invite you to utilize the FAQs and other resources on the DOCX information page on the USPTO website.
For assistance, questions, or feedback, please contact eMod@uspto.gov.
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