What is MIME type "application/x-killustrator"?

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

application/x-killustrator is a MIME type for files created with KIllustrator. It tells your system that the file contains vector-graphic data designed for illustration projects.

Files using this MIME type store elements such as shapes, layers, and gradients. The format is used by the KIllustrator application for creating and editing graphic designs.

Used in graphic design projects to manage vector images.
Stores detailed components like layers and colors.
Ensures the correct application is used to open and edit the file.
Helps with file organization and conversion in design workflows.

A typical file using this MIME type has the extension KIL. For more details, visit the linked resource.

Associated file extensions

.kil

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/x-killustrator

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.kil

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.