Conversion issues (PDF, PatXML)

In this section

1. How can I convert my documents into PDF attachments?

2. How can I create patent applications in XML?

3. What is the pre-conversion archive?

1. How can I convert my documents into PDF attachments?

Within the document, go to File -> Print and select the Amyuni PDF Converter from the list of printers, then click OK. You will need to give the resulting PDF file a name. The Amyuni PDF Converter is set up as a regular printer and can convert data from any software with printing ability.

You can also use any other PDF converter as long as the PDFs that are yielded comply with the Annex F standard. By using the Amyuni PDF converter, you can always be sure that your documents are Annex-F-compliant.

The Amyuni is not automatically installed on your machine when you do a Thin Client installation. But you can install it from the Online Filing installation CD and use it free of charge. If you no longer have the installation CD, please contact EPO user support, which is open Monday to Friday, 08.00-18.00 hrs CET, on +31 (0)70 340 45 00 or at support@epo.org

2. How can I create patent applications in XML?

You can use PatXML, a software tool which allows you to use Microsoft Word to create EP and PCT patent applications in XML (eXtensible Markup Language) format (technical documents only). You can download the software (.exe file) and

relevant documentation from the Download Centre on http://www.epoline.org.

3. What is the pre-conversion archive?

In the pre-conversion archive you can add the documents (description, claims, abstract, drawings) that you have attached to your application in PDF or XML format in their original format (e.g. MS Word) in a .zip file.