What is MIME type "image/vnd.adobe.photoshop"?

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

The MIME type image/vnd.adobe.photoshop is meant for high-quality image files created with Adobe Photoshop. It stores detailed image data that includes multiple layers, channels, masks, and effects.

Editing Flexibility: Keeps layers intact for ongoing edits.
Rich File Data: Saves adjustments, vector elements, and transparency.
Professional Use: Common in graphic design and photo editing.

This MIME type is used with files like PSD for regular Photoshop images, PSB for large-format documents, and PDD for certain legacy project files.

Applications rely on this type to properly open, edit, and save complex image projects while preserving all the intricate details required for professional output. For more on file formats, visit Filext.

Associated file extensions

.psd, .psb, .pdd

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: image/vnd.adobe.photoshop

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="image/vnd.adobe.photoshop">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/vnd.adobe.photoshop');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.psd, .psb, .pdd

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.