Patent Proofreading

Stop Wasting Time with §112 Rejections

N-Spec uses advanced natural language processing to provide thorough, quantitative review of patent application quality. Get actionable proofreading results in seconds and make §112 rejections a thing of the past.

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N-Spec reads specification files and patent drawings files to produce comprehensive patent application proofreading reports

The Cost of Manual Proofreading

Every patent practitioner knows the pain of catching errors too late

The Problem

  • Hours spent manually checking antecedent basis
  • Figure reference errors slip through review
  • §112 rejections waste time and money
  • Inconsistent quality across applications
  • Client dissatisfaction from preventable errors

The N-Spec Solution

  • Automated antecedent basis checking in seconds
  • Complete figure consistency verification
  • Catch errors before filing, not after
  • Consistent, quantitative quality metrics
  • Professional reports you can share with clients
How It Works

Three Simple Steps to Error-Free Applications

Upload

Upload your patent specification directly through our website, or use our Microsoft Word add-in to start proofreading with a single click—no need to leave your document.

Get Results

Our advanced NLP algorithms check antecedent basis, figure consistency, claim dependencies, and more—all while maintaining zero data retention for your security.

Correct Errors

Receive an interactive dashboard highlighting every issue with detailed context. Click through to understand each problem and make corrections efficiently—right in Word with our add-in.

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Microsoft Word Integration

N-Spec now integrates directly with Microsoft Word on both Windows and Mac. Proofread your applications without leaving Word, and fix issues with a single click. No more switching between applications or copying and pasting—just rapid issue mitigation.

  • One-click proofreading from Word toolbar
  • View and fix errors without leaving Word
  • Works on Windows and Mac

Complete Quality Checks

N-Spec examines every aspect of your patent application for common issues that lead to objections and rejections

Antecedent Basis

Automatically checks all claim elements for proper antecedent basis. Identifies missing antecedents and suggests closest matches to help you quickly diagnose and fix issues.

Descriptive Support

Quantifies the degree of descriptive support for each claim element in the specification. Helps identify potentially weak claim language before filing.

Figure Consistency

Reviews all figure references for naming and numbering consistency between the specification and drawings. Catches missing or mismatched figure references.

Parts List

Automatically generates a complete parts list showing all reference numerals and their associated part names. Identifies inconsistent naming across the specification.

Patent Profanities

Scans for common "patent profanities"—words and phrases that examiners flag or that weaken your application. Helps maintain professional, precise language.

Claim Dependencies

Visualizes claim dependency structure and validates proper claim formatting. Ensures claims comply with USPTO requirements and identifies potential dependency issues.

Title & Abstract

Verifies that title and abstract conform to USPTO requirements for length and format. Flags potential formality issues before filing.

Quality Score

Provides an overall quality score based on all checks performed. Track quality metrics across applications and communicate standards with your team.

Optional Add-On

Supercharge N-Spec with Prosecution Analytics

Take your patent strategy to the next level with our optional Prosecution Analytics add-on. Predict art unit assignments and assess 101 rejection risk directly from your N-Spec dashboard with a single click.

  • Art Unit Predictor: Know which art unit will likely examine your application before filing
  • 101 Rejection Predictor: Assess abstract idea rejection risk for each independent claim
  • One-Click Access: Run analytics directly from your N-Spec results page
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Interactive N-Spec Dashboard

Visualize your application quality at a glance with our comprehensive dashboard

See N-Spec in Action

Watch this quick overview of how N-Spec helps you identify and fix issues before filing

Why Patent Practitioners Choose N-Spec

Save Hours of Time

What takes hours of manual review takes N-Spec just 10 seconds. Spend your time on substantive work that requires your expertise, not tedious proofreading that a computer can do better and faster.

Reduce Prosecution Costs

Prevent costly §112 rejections before they happen. Every error caught before filing saves you and your clients time and money during prosecution. Fewer office actions mean lower overall costs.

Consistent Quality

Maintain high quality standards across all applications, regardless of who drafted them. Use N-Spec's quantitative metrics to communicate quality expectations and track improvements over time.

Complete Confidentiality

Zero data retention means your documents are automatically deleted after processing. No traces remain on our servers. Your confidential patent information stays confidential.

Client Confidence

Share professional, comprehensive proofreading reports with clients. Demonstrate your commitment to quality and catch issues before they become embarrassing mistakes.

Optional Analytics

Extend proofreading with prosecution analytics to predict art unit assignments and assess 101 rejection risk before filing. Make informed strategic decisions early in the process.

Affordable, Transparent Pricing

N-Spec costs just $20 per user per month—about half what competitors charge. No hidden fees, no per-document charges. Just straightforward pricing that makes sense for your practice.

  • Unlimited proofreading reports
  • Microsoft Word integration included
  • All features, no tiers or upgrades
  • Cancel anytime, no contracts
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Unbeatable Price
$ 20 /user/month
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Frequently Asked Questions

N-Spec uses advanced natural language processing to identify antecedent basis issues with high accuracy. While no automated system is perfect, N-Spec catches the vast majority of antecedent basis problems and provides suggestions for the closest matching antecedents to help you quickly resolve any issues.

Yes! The N-Spec Microsoft Word add-in works seamlessly on both Windows and Mac. You can proofread directly from Word on either platform with the same features and functionality.

Your documents are automatically deleted from our servers immediately after processing. We maintain zero data retention—by the time you see your proofreading results, all information about your document has already been permanently removed from our systems.

Absolutely! N-Spec generates professional, comprehensive reports that you can export and share with clients. Many practitioners use N-Spec reports to demonstrate their commitment to quality and to communicate quality standards with clients and colleagues.

N-Spec processes most patent applications in about 5-10 seconds. Even complex applications with many claims and figures are typically processed in under 15 seconds. You'll have comprehensive results before you can finish reading this answer!

N-Spec accepts Microsoft Word documents (.docx) and PDF files. When using the Word add-in, your document is automatically formatted correctly. For web uploads, we recommend Word format for best results.

Yes! We offer a free trial so you can experience N-Spec's capabilities firsthand. Request a trial using the form below, and we'll get you set up quickly. No credit card required for the trial.

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