What is MIME type "application/vnd.commonspace"?

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

The MIME type application/vnd.commonspace is a vendor-specific format. It marks files that follow the CommonSpace data structure. Files with this type use the extension CSP.

It signals that special software should process the data correctly. This type is often tied to systems that manage structured content. It helps applications know how to open and interpret the file.

Main use: It designates files created for the CommonSpace system, often used in collaborative or content-management environments.
Data handling: Software validates and processes the file structure based on the MIME type.
Integration: It supports data exchange and configuration setups between systems that share a common data format.

More details can be found at the IANA MIME registry.

Associated file extensions

.csp

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.commonspace

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.csp

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.