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

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

application/vnd.mophun.application is a MIME type for a vendor-specific package used in mobile applications. It is mainly found in application files with the extension MPN.

This format bundles all necessary parts of a mobile app into a single file. The package can include code, images, sounds, and configuration details. It ensures that every component required to run the application is kept together and delivered in one file.

Main uses include:

Application Packaging: Bundles the executable code along with assets.
Deployment Ease: Simplifies the installation process on supported devices.
Resource Management: Organizes all components needed to run a mobile game or application.

The design is tailored for software that supports the Mophun platform and therefore differs from more common file types. For further technical details, you can visit the IANA registration.

Associated file extensions

.mpn

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.mophun.application

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.mpn

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.