What is MIME type "application/vnd.ms-visio.template.macroenabled.main+xml"?

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.template.macroenabled.main+xml defines a Visio template that supports macros. It is used to create a reusable diagram framework in Microsoft Visio and is saved in an XML format.


Files with this MIME type use the VSTM extension. This format is common in Microsoft Visio 2013 and later.



The XML structure supports flexibility and easier data management. Macros add custom functionality that can automate complex tasks. For more details on MIME types, visit MIME on Wikipedia.


For additional insights on Visio file types, check out Microsoft Support.

Associated file extensions

.vstm

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.ms-visio.template.macroenabled.main+xml
  

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.vstm

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.