What is MIME type "image/x-ioca"?

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

image/x-ioca is a MIME type for images using the IBM IOCA format. It tells your system that the file is a specialized image meant for IBM environments. This is used with ICA files.

This MIME type signals that the image file may need proprietary software to be viewed correctly. It serves as a container for visual data like icons or other graphics used within IBM systems.

• Primary use: Storing and transporting image data within IBM applications.
• Key characteristic: The "x-" prefix shows it is experimental or vendor-specific.
• Additional details: It might not be widely supported by common image viewers on PCs.
• Practical note: Opening such files may require IBM’s specialized tools or conversion software.

For extra insights or if you need viewer recommendations, check the ICA file extension page.

Associated file extensions

.ica

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: image/x-ioca
  

HTML

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

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

Associated file extensions

.ica