What is MIME type "application/x-epoc-word"?

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

application/x-epoc-word is a MIME type that marks a file as an EPOC Word document. It signals compatible systems to use the correct application for reading or editing the file.

This type is mainly used in legacy environments where the EPOC operating system was common. It designates document data that follow a format unique to EPOC’s word processing software, ensuring the file gets handled properly by supporting programs.

Main use case: Identifying and processing EPOC Word documents in specialized applications.
Other uses: Assisting file conversion and ensuring compatibility on legacy systems.
Key details: The x- prefix indicates a non-standard or experimental type.

Files with this MIME type typically have the extension WRD.

For more information on MIME types in general, visit this reference.

Associated file extensions

.wrd

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/x-epoc-word

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="application/x-epoc-word">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/x-epoc-word');    
      res.end('Content here');    
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.wrd

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.