What is MIME type "application/vnd.route66.link66+xml"?

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

This MIME type is a vendor-specific, XML-based file format that stores link information. It uses an XML structure to hold data like names, addresses, and additional metadata about web links.

Its main purpose is to let link management software import, export, and organize collections of internet addresses. The structured format ensures that the data is both human-readable and easy for programs to parse and exchange.

XML-based design: Uses clear tags to delineate each piece of link data.
Vendor specificity: Tailored for certain applications that manage and share link collections.
Efficient data exchange: Simplifies the import and export of bookmarks or directory shortcuts.

The associated file is commonly known by its file type LINK66.

For more details, see the IANA Media Types Registry.

Associated file extensions

.link66

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.route66.link66+xml

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.route66.link66+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.route66.link66+xml');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.link66

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.