What is MIME type "application/vnd.lotus-screencam"?

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.lotus-screencam is linked to Lotus Screencam. It manages files that record your screen activity. These files store movements, audio, and instructions in a proprietary format. The recordings are often used to capture software usage.

This type is ideal for:

Screen recording: Capture what happens on your display.
Tutorial creation: Make guides and training sessions.
Software demonstrations: Show off product features.

Files created by Lotus Screencam normally have the extension SCM. They are tailored for playback and editing within the Lotus ecosystem.
For further details about MIME types, visit the MIME page on Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.scm

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.lotus-screencam

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.scm

FAQs

What is the primary use of the application/vnd.lotus-screencam MIME type?

This MIME type identifies screen recording files created by Lotus ScreenCam, a legacy software tool. These files, typically ending in .scm, contain captured desktop activity and audio used for creating software tutorials and demonstrations.

How do I configure Apache to serve .scm files correctly?

To ensure browsers recognize the file type, add the following line to your .htaccess file or main configuration: AddType application/vnd.lotus-screencam .scm. This tells the server to send the correct headers when a user requests a Lotus ScreenCam file.

Can modern web browsers play application/vnd.lotus-screencam files?

No, modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge do not support this proprietary format natively. Users will be prompted to download the file. For web playback, you should convert the content to a standard type like video/mp4.

Does the .scm extension always mean a Lotus ScreenCam file?

No, the .scm extension is ambiguous. It is also frequently used for Scheme source code or GIMP scripts. The MIME type application/vnd.lotus-screencam specifically denotes the binary video format, distinguishing it from these text-based alternatives.

How can I view a file with this MIME type on Windows 10 or 11?

Because Lotus ScreenCam is discontinued, you generally cannot open these files with modern media players like VLC. You may need to find an old version of the ScreenCam Player or run the software in a virtual machine to view the content.

What is the Nginx configuration for this MIME type?

In your mime.types file or inside the types block of your nginx.conf, add the line: application/vnd.lotus-screencam scm;. Reload Nginx to apply the changes.

Is it safe to open application/vnd.lotus-screencam files?

While the files themselves are usually harmless recordings, opening them requires legacy software that may contain unpatched security vulnerabilities. It is best practice to scan the file first and, if possible, convert it to a modern format on an isolated system.

General 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.