What is MIME type "application/wordperfect5.1"?

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

application/wordperfect5.1 is a MIME type used for documents created by the WordPerfect word processor.
It tells software that the file follows the WordPerfect layout for version 5.1 or 5.2.
Files with this type are commonly marked with the extension DOC.

Main Use Case: It directs editors and viewers to apply the correct formatting and features for WordPerfect documents.
Other Uses: It helps with file conversions, data integrity checks, and ensuring compatibility during file transfers.

This identification makes it easier to open, convert, or preview the file correctly.
Further details are available on the WordPerfect Wikipedia page.

Associated file extensions

.doc

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/wordperfect5.1

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="application/wordperfect5.1">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/wordperfect5.1');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.doc

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.