T.M.E.P. § 401.04
Creation of Application Files

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401.04 Creation of Application Files

For TEAS applications, the USPTO maintains an electronic file containing all incoming and outgoing papers. See TMEP §402.

For paper applications, the USPTO scans all incoming papers and creates an electronic file. The USPTO also creates a paper file jacket and places all incoming papers into the file jacket. The examining attorney works from the electronic file, and outgoing communications are put into the electronic file only.

All applications are routed directly to the law offices.