What is MIME type "application/vnd.software602.filler.form-xml-zip"?

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

application/vnd.software602.filler.form-xml-zip is a vendor-specific format. It packages form data encoded in XML inside a ZIP container.
This format is commonly used by applications that create and process forms. It bundles the layout, fields, and configuration of a form in one compact file.
Files that use this MIME type typically have the extension ZFO.

Form Definition: The XML content describes the form’s structure and logic.
Compression: The ZIP container reduces file size and protects the XML data.
Vendor Specificity: Designed for use in software developed by Software602.
Integration: Simplifies transferring and storing complex form data in enterprise environments.

This MIME type helps ensure that all form details are kept together and usable across systems. For more information on file extensions like ZFO, you can check external resources such as File-Extension.com.

Associated file extensions

.zfo

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.software602.filler.form-xml-zip

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.software602.filler.form-xml-zip">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.software602.filler.form-xml-zip');    
      res.end('Content here');    
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.zfo

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.