What is MIME type "application/vnd.ms-works"?

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-works marks files created by the discontinued Microsoft Works suite. It tells the system that the file uses a legacy format designed for small-scale document management.

• Main use: Identifies files from the Microsoft Works environment.
• Functionality: Differentiates various document types like word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Legacy support: Helps older programs and conversion tools recognize and handle these files correctly.

Files using this MIME type include documents such as WPS (word processor files), WDB (database files), WKS (spreadsheet files), and WCM (clip art or similar content).

For further details, consult the IANA registry.

Associated file extensions

.wps, .wdb, .wks, .wcm

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: application/vnd.ms-works
  

HTML

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

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

Associated file extensions

.wps, .wdb, .wks, .wcm