What is MIME type "image/jpeg2000-image"?

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

image/jpeg2000-image is a MIME type for files that use the JPEG 2000 standard.
This format uses a modern compression method that keeps images sharp while reducing file size.
Files with this type are typically processed using advanced techniques like wavelet compression.

The file is most commonly associated with the format marked by the extension JP2.

Main use case: Storing and displaying high-quality images securely.
Other uses: Digital archiving, digital cinema, and medical imaging.
Key fact: It supports both lossy and lossless compression methods.

Programs and browsers use this MIME type to recognize and correctly handle JPEG 2000 files. For more detailed information about file types and their uses, please refer to external sources like Filext.

Associated file extensions

.jp2

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: image/jpeg2000-image

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="image/jpeg2000-image">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', 'image/jpeg2000-image');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.jp2

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.