I think the questions are related to the formal issue of electronic filing rather than the substantial issue of how to file an IDS.
First, whenever one files a document electronically to the USPTO, one receives an EFS Acknowledgement Receipt.
Transmittal Letter is similar to a cover letter; when you file a new application, a response, an IDS, etc., you can name your cover letter as a transmittal letter. Often you don\'t need a transmittal letter at all.
Miscellaneous Incoming Letter is chosen when you file a document that can not be classified by other names. For example, a letter to inquiry status of a pending application can be labeled as \"miscellaneous incoming letter.”
Normally, EFS Acknowledgement Receipt里面的Fie Listing 和 Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) filed 不一定在名称上一一对应. This is because the filed document, such as a prior art, can only be named with one word.
The key is to follow the MPEP requirements, file an IDS listing all necessary prior art under US practice. |