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

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

application/vnd.hdt is a vendor-specific MIME type for files in the HDT format. It is used to store RDF data in a compact, binary form.

This format breaks down RDF data into three parts: a header, a dictionary, and a triple store. The structure provides a way to compress and index data. The result is faster querying and reduced storage demands. The MIME type signals to programs that the file should be handled with HDT-aware tools in semantic web contexts.

Compact Storage: Reduces file sizes and saves disk space.
Efficient Access: Provides fast data retrieval and query performance.
Interoperability: Standard format for sharing and archiving linked data.
Data Exchange: Facilitates effective distribution in semantic web applications.

For further exploration, visit the RDF HDT Official Site.

Associated file extensions

.hdt

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.hdt

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.hdt

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.