What is MIME type "application/x-vnd.oasis.opendocument.graphics"?

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

application/x-vnd.oasis.opendocument.graphics is a MIME type for vector-based drawings and diagrams.
It is part of the OpenDocument Format, an open standard for office documents.
Files with this type usually store scalable graphics created with drawing software. They maintain quality at any size and support layers, shapes, and text elements.
They are used by applications like LibreOffice Draw to edit and display complex diagrams and drawings.
The format is commonly saved with the file extension ODG.

Main use case: Storing and editing vector graphics that can be resized without loss.
Other uses: Creating illustrations, technical drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
Key facts: Being an open standard, it promotes cross-platform use and compatibility.

For more details on the open standard, visit OASIS Open Document Format.

Associated file extensions

.odg

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: application/x-vnd.oasis.opendocument.graphics

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.odg

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.