What is MIME type "application/vnd.jcp.javame.midlet-rms"?

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

application/vnd.jcp.javame.midlet-rms is a vendor-specific MIME type used in Java ME environments. It marks files that store persistent application data from MIDlets. These files hold a simple, record-based database created with the Record Management System (RMS) built into Java ME.

MIDlets use RMS to save settings, scores, or other user data in a lightweight format. This system manages data using fixed records that the application can read, write, or update over time.

Persistent Storage: MIDlets rely on RMS to store data across sessions.
Data Management: The system handles small amounts of data such as configuration options and game scores.
Lightweight Structure: It uses a record-based approach, which is ideal for resource-constrained mobile devices.

Files with this MIME type are typically identified by the RMS extension. For more details on Java ME, visit Java resources.

Associated file extensions

.rms

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.jcp.javame.midlet-rms

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.rms

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.