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1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to download the PTO/SB/17 form and open it in the appropriate editor to start filling it out.
2. Enter the application number and filing date in the designated fields to associate your payment with the correct patent application.
3. Indicate your entity status by checking the appropriate box for either small entity or micro entity status as applicable to your situation.
4. Fill in the first named inventor's details, ensuring accuracy to maintain proper identification in the patent process.
5. Specify the examiner's name if known, which helps in the efficiency of handling your application.
6. Input the total amount of payment in the designated field, ensuring that it reflects the fees calculated from the categories below.
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Complete your PTO/SB/17 form online to ensure a smooth filing process for your patent application.