What is MIME type "application/x-reiner-rsct"?

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

application/x-reiner-rsct is a custom MIME type. It is used to identify files in the proprietary RSCT format, known as the REINER SCT transfer file.

This MIME type signals to software that the file contains specialized transfer data. It ensures that the file opens only in systems or applications that understand its structure.

Main use case: Transfers configuration or calibration data between systems.
Functionality: Encapsulates proprietary data for secure and reliable communication.
Technical note: The "x-" prefix indicates it is non-standard and vendor-specific.
Software integration: Typically used by systems designed for data exchange in industrial or specialized contexts.

This MIME type is essential for ensuring data integrity and proper handling of the file's content in environments where precise configuration data is critical. For more details on the file format, please visit the external reference on the RSCT file type.

Associated file extensions

.rsct

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/x-reiner-rsct

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.rsct

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.