What is MIME type "application/sldworks"?

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

application/sldworks is the MIME type for files created by the SolidWorks CAD program.
It tells your computer that the file contains design data for 3D modeling and engineering work.
These files store complex geometry and assembly details used in manufacturing and design projects.

Primary use: It is used by professionals to create, modify, and share mechanical designs.
Key functionality: It helps software recognize and render 3D part models, assemblies, and drawings.
Practical use cases: It supports product design, engineering analysis, and technical documentation.

The file types associated with this MIME type include parts like SLDPRT, assemblies like SLDASM, and drawings like SLDDRW.
For more details on SolidWorks, visit the SolidWorks website.

Associated file extensions

.sldprt, .sldasm, .slddrw

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/sldworks

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="application/sldworks">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/sldworks');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.sldprt, .sldasm, .slddrw

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.