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

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.