What is MIME type "application/lwp"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

application/lwp is the MIME type for documents created with Lotus WordPro. These files hold formatted text, layout details, and sometimes simple images. They represent a legacy format from the era of Lotus WordPro Document 96 (LWP).

This MIME type tells software that the file contains structured text data. It is important for applications that need to read or convert legacy word processing documents.

Main use case:
It signals programs to treat the file as a Lotus WordPro document with formatting and styling information.

Other known uses and key facts:

Supports document layout retention when converting old files.
Helps legacy applications identify and correctly render text formatting.
Assists conversion tools in migrating content to modern formats.

This MIME type is mainly encountered in older documents. Modern systems may require conversion tools or specialized software to open these files. For more information on working with legacy file types, you can explore resources on Lotus WordPro or file conversion utilities.

Associated file extensions

.lwp

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:


    Content-Type: application/lwp

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:


    <a href="file.dat" type="application/lwp">Download file</a>

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:


    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/lwp');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.lwp

FAQ

What is a MIME type?

A MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) type is a standard that indicates the nature and format of a document, file, or assortment of bytes. MIME types are defined and standardized in IETF's RFC 6838.

MIME types are important because they help browsers and servers understand how to process a file. When a browser receives a file from a server, it uses the MIME type to determine how to display or handle the content, whether it's an image to display, a PDF to open in a viewer, or a video to play.

MIME types consist of a type and a subtype, separated by a slash (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg, application/pdf). Some MIME types also include optional parameters.

How do I find the MIME type for a file?

You can check the file extension or use a file identification tool such as file --mime-type on the command line. Many programming languages also provide libraries to detect MIME types.

Why are multiple MIME types listed for one extension?

Different applications and historical conventions may use alternative MIME identifiers for the same kind of file. Showing them all helps ensure compatibility across systems.