What is MIME type "application/vnd.crick.clicker"?
A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.
application/vnd.crick.clicker is a vendor-specific MIME type. It marks a file format used by specialized software for interactive content. This file type ensures that the operating system and applications know how to handle the file correctly.
The format is used by files with the extension CLKX. These files often pack interactive elements, configuration settings, and multimedia data that enable engaging presentations or interactive sessions.
- Vendor-specific: Only the designated application can process this format.
- Interactive content: Supports dynamic presentations and user interactions.
- Data integrity: Bundles configuration and multimedia for seamless performance.
- System integration: Helps operating systems recognize and open the file with the correct program.
For more technical details, visit the IANA registration page.
Associated file extensions
Usage Examples
HTTP Header
When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:
Content-Type: application/vnd.crick.clicker
HTML
In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:
<a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.crick.clicker">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.crick.clicker');
res.end('Content here');
}).listen(3000);
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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.