What is MIME type "application/vnd.ibm.modcap"?

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

• Primary Function: Communicates to programs that the file holds special formatting or layout instructions essential for print processing.
• Usage Scenarios:
  • Files using AFP can be processed to generate complex print outputs.
  • Data in files like LIST3820 and LISTAFP often contain lists or control data that guide document assembly.
• Technical Role: Acts as a marker that helps the software identify how to handle the file’s content, often in relation to IBM’s Advanced Function Presentation systems.
• System Integration: This type helps integrate aspects of document management and print workflows in legacy and modern IBM environments.

Associated file extensions

.afp, .list3820, .listafp

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: application/vnd.ibm.modcap
  

HTML

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

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

Associated file extensions

.afp, .list3820, .listafp