To implement the national intellectual property "14th Five-Year-Year Plan" and refine the legal and policy framework for intellectual property, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) recently compiled and released the "Guidelines for Product Design Patent Applications Involving Graphical User Interfaces."
The guide systematically elaborates on the conditions for granting patents, requirements for application documents, scenarios for combined applications, and key considerations. It aims to assist innovators in accurately understanding and utilizing the GUI design system, improving the quality of patent applications, and promoting the high-quality development of the patent industry.
The release of this guide provides authoritative and practical official reference for both domestic and international applicants and agencies to accurately understand and apply China's GUI design protection system. It contributes to enhancing the quality and efficiency of patent applications, reflecting China's steadfast commitment to continuously optimizing the innovation environment and strengthening intellectual property protection.
Download English translation of the Guide:
Guide for Design Patent Applications for Products Involving Graphical User Interfaces (Dec 2025)
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