What is MIME type "application/vnd.wap.wmlc"?

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

The MIME type application/vnd.wap.wmlc marks a compiled WML document used by mobile devices.
It conveys pages designed with Wireless Markup Language in a pre-compiled format. This improves loading speed on low-power or older devices.
Compiling WML helps reduce processing on end devices and streamlines content delivery over low-bandwidth networks.

Used in mobile network services to serve pre-compiled mobile pages.
Optimizes performance for devices with limited resources.
Part of the WAP framework for streamlined mobile data exchange.

The primary file format associated with this MIME type uses the extension WMLC.
Additional details can be found on resources like Wireless Application Protocol on Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.wmlc

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/vnd.wap.wmlc

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.wmlc

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.