I'm failing to understand the difference in the charts..if my PD is before filing chart does that mean I can file my AOS? what's the point of Final action date chart then?

yes. @ian Keanu . but no decision will be taken on the 1485 application unless your PD falls under Final Action Chart. other apps like EAD or AP should be processed.

@Due 4 PR and @V K thank you for the clear explanation..EAD is all I need for now as I don't want to get laid off! so I shall go ahead and file 🙂

your welcome. do remember that earliest you can file is October 1st. anything before then, it will either be rejected or sent back to you.