What is MIME type "application/vnd.ms-visio.stencil.macroenabled.12"?

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.ms-visio.stencil.macroenabled.12 is used for Microsoft Visio stencil files that support embedded macros. These files follow the Office Open XML standard to store reusable shapes with custom code for automation in Visio.

When you open one of these files in Visio, you can work with dynamic stencils that perform extra tasks. The macros can automate repetitive actions or add custom behavior to your shapes. This boosts productivity in diagramming and technical drawing projects.

• Primary use: It holds Visio stencils with macro support for advanced automation.
• Technical detail: It adheres to Office Open XML standards for better compatibility.
• Applications: Used in business process modeling, network diagrams, engineering layouts, and other technical drawings.
• Benefit: Enhances Visio by permitting custom scripts, which can speed up repetitive or complex tasks.

Files of this type are identified by the extension VSSM. For more details on file formats, visit external resources like Filext.

Associated file extensions

.vssm

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: application/vnd.ms-visio.stencil.macroenabled.12
  

HTML

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

    <a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.ms-visio.stencil.macroenabled.12">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.ms-visio.stencil.macroenabled.12');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.vssm