What is MIME type "application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template"?

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

application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template is a MIME type for drawing templates used by office suites like OpenOffice.org. It relies on an XML-based format that stores preset styles, graphic elements, and layout settings.

This template speeds up the creation of new drawing documents by providing a consistent design framework. Users can quickly reuse established layouts and styles to maintain uniformity in their projects.

Main Use: Supplies a base design for new drawing files.
Key Fact: Implements the open OpenDocument standard for broad compatibility.
Other Uses: Helps standardize design elements across multiple projects in drawing applications.

Files in this suite include templates like STD. Other related types are seen in formats such as SXW, STC, SXC, STI, SXD, STW, SXI, SXM, and SXG.

For more details on MIME types and their usage, visit this Wikipedia article.

Associated file extensions

.sxw, .std, .stc, .sxc, .sti, .sxd, .stw, .sxi, .sxm, .sxg

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.sxw, .std, .stc, .sxc, .sti, .sxd, .stw, .sxi, .sxm, .sxg

FAQs

What is the primary file extension for application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template?

The primary extension associated with this MIME type is .std. While it belongs to the same legacy OpenOffice family as SXW and SXC, the .std extension specifically designates a drawing template used to create new vector graphic documents.

How do I configure Apache to serve .std files correctly?

To ensure browsers handle the file correctly, add the MIME type to your .htaccess file or main configuration. Use the directive: AddType application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template .std. This ensures the server sends the correct headers for OpenOffice drawing templates.

How can I open a file with the MIME type application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template?

You can open these files using Apache OpenOffice or LibreOffice. although this is a legacy format (StarOffice XML), modern open-source office suites still support reading and editing .std files and converting them to the newer OpenDocument format.

Is this MIME type supported natively in web browsers?

No, web browsers like Chrome, Firefox, and Edge do not display application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template files natively. When a user clicks a link to a .std file, the browser will typically prompt the user to download the file or open it in an external application like LibreOffice Draw.

What is the Nginx configuration for this MIME type?

For Nginx servers, you should update your mime.types file to include the definition. Add the line: application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template std; inside the types { ... } block to ensure proper delivery.

What is the difference between this MIME type and the OpenDocument format?

The application/vnd.sun.xml.draw.template type belongs to the older OpenOffice.org 1.0 XML format, created by Sun Microsystems. The modern equivalent is the OpenDocument Format (ODF), specifically .otg files, which use the MIME type application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.graphics-template.

How do I convert this legacy format to a modern standard?

To convert a .std file, open it in LibreOffice Draw or OpenOffice. From there, use the Save As or Export function to save the file as a modern OpenDocument Graphics Template (OTG) or export it as a PDF for wider accessibility.

General 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.