What is MIME type "audio/vnd.dts"?

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

The MIME type audio/vnd.dts signals that the file contains audio data encoded in the DTS format. This format is used for high-quality, multi-channel sound reproduction.

Files using this MIME type often carry the file extension DTS.
The MIME type helps operating systems and browsers understand how to handle the sophisticated data stream associated with these audio files.

For more details on the DTS format, you may visit the official DTS website or check additional technical background on Wikipedia.

Associated file extensions

.dts

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: audio/vnd.dts
  

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="audio/vnd.dts">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', 'audio/vnd.dts');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.dts

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.