What is MIME type "application/vnd.stardivision.draw"?

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

application/vnd.stardivision.draw is a MIME type for drawing documents created by the StarOffice suite. It defines how drawing files are stored and shared.

Files using this type mainly contain vector graphics. They store shapes, diagrams, and annotations as binary data. This enhances rendering and precise editing in drawing applications.

Primary use: Creating and editing vector illustrations and diagrams.
Other use cases: Designing flowcharts, technical drawings, and other graphical elements for presentations and documents.
Integration: Supports seamless transition between StarOffice components and compatible office software.

The drawing format is closely associated with the file extension SDA. Other StarOffice file formats like SDB, SDS, SDC, SDW, SDG, SMF, SGL, SDP, SDD, SDM, and VOR are part of the same family used by StarOffice for related document types.

For more technical details on StarOffice and its file formats, check out StarOffice on Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.sdb, .sds, .sdc, .sdw, .sdg, .smf, .sgl, .sda, .sdp, .sdd, .sdm, .vor

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.stardivision.draw

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.sdb, .sds, .sdc, .sdw, .sdg, .smf, .sgl, .sda, .sdp, .sdd, .sdm, .vor

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.