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

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

The MIME type application/x-rpt is used for report files created by business reporting tools. It tells your computer that a file holds report definitions, formatting, and data queries.

Files of this type, usually with the extension RPT, are generated by software like Crystal Reports. These files include layout settings and embedded instructions that convert data into formatted reports.

Key details and uses:

Used in enterprise environments to generate comprehensive business reports.
Supports dynamic report layouts with embedded formulas and database queries.
Requires dedicated report software to view, edit, or print the reports.

The MIME type application/x-rpt is non-standard. It signals applications how to process these specialized report files. For more on MIME types, visit the IANA Media Types registry.

Associated file extensions

.rpt

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/x-rpt

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.rpt

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.