What is MIME type "application/vnd.crick.clicker.wordbank"?

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.crick.clicker.wordbank is a vendor-specific format. It is used by the Crick Clicker suite for managing vocabulary data.

Files with this MIME type hold structured word bank information. They enable language learning software to load, display, and interact with word lists in quizzes or study exercises. The file uses the extension CLKW.

Main use: Storing vocabulary lists and related metadata for interactive learning sessions.
Additional applications: Embedding word bank content into digital lessons and language exercises; assisting in automated quiz generation.
Key fact: It is tailored specifically by its vendor, ensuring compatibility with the Crick Clicker application ecosystem.

This MIME type allows dedicated educational tools to easily parse and utilize word bank data. For further details on MIME types and the role of vendor-specific formats, visit the IANA media types registry.

Associated file extensions

.clkw

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.crick.clicker.wordbank

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.clkw

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.