A colourful Update for European Patent Applications
From the 1st October 2025, the European Patent Office (EPO) will allow colour and greyscale drawings in electronically filed patent applications. This update supports the EPO’s modernization goals and enhances the clarity of technical disclosures.
Key points:
- Drawings will be published in their original format, improving visual representation of inventions.
- Submissions must meet specific technical standards, ensuring clarity and detail.
- The change is part of the EPO’s broader push for fully digital processing and publication.
More information can be found here – OJ EPO 2025, A57 – Notice from the European Patent Office dated 5 September 2025 concerning drawings in colour and greyscale
