What is MIME type "image/vnd.fpx"?

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

image/vnd.fpx is the MIME type for FlashPix images. It tells your PC that the file uses a special format designed for high-resolution pictures.

When software opens a file with this MIME type, it uses custom processing to manage details like compression and image quality. Files of this type come in the form of FPX and were developed to handle large images efficiently.

Key aspects include:

Main use: Storing and editing high-resolution digital photographs.
Efficient compression: Helps reduce file sizes while preserving quality.
Image detail: Optimized for applications that require smooth image manipulation.

Programs built for digital imaging and photo editing often support FlashPix. For further details, visit the FlashPix Wikipedia page.

Associated file extensions

.fpx

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: image/vnd.fpx

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.fpx

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.