What is MIME type "application/vnd.rim.cod"?

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

This MIME type is used for BlackBerry application packages. It tells systems that a file contains compiled code for BlackBerry devices. When a server or device sees COD files with this type, it knows to handle them as executable app code.

Application Deployment: Used to install and run apps on BlackBerry devices.
Code Packaging: Contains pre-compiled code and resources for the device.
Platform Communication: Helps servers and devices process the file correctly.

The term RIM stands for Research In Motion, the company behind BlackBerry. The MIME type is critical in ensuring that the app file is recognized and executed properly on its native platform.

For more details on BlackBerry development, visit BlackBerry Developer.

Associated file extensions

.cod

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.rim.cod

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.cod

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.