Guidelines for Search and Examination at the EPO as PCT Authority

7.5.2

Arrows

Arrows may be used at the end of the reference lines provided that their meaning is clear.

PCT AG I 5.146

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A free-standing arrow indicates the entire section towards which it points.

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An arrow touching a line indicates the surface shown by the line looking along the direction of the arrow.

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Arrows may also be used in appropriate cases to show the direction of movement.

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