What is MIME type "image/x-datashow-graphic"?

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

image/x-datashow-graphic is a non-standard MIME type. It marks a file as a graphic used in the DataShow application.

Files with this type often contain image data specific to DataShow. This means the file stores visual elements for slides or presentations. The associated file extension is GRA.

Identification of Content: It tells your PC which program can open and display the file correctly.
Specialized Graphics: The file is tailored for DataShow, meaning it may include custom elements or formatting not found in common image files.
Legacy Use: It is often used in niche or older projects where DataShow is still in use.

Functionality: The MIME type provides a way to handle and organize files that contain specific graphic content. Programs that recognize it know how to process and render the visuals as intended. For more detailed information on file associations, consult external file extension databases such as Filext.com.

Associated file extensions

.gra

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: image/x-datashow-graphic

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.gra

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.