What is MIME type "image/x-raw-leaf"?

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

The MIME type image/x-raw-leaf is used for digital images that contain raw sensor data from a computing device or specialized camera system. It stores image information with minimal processing so that advanced users can apply detailed editing later.

This type is mainly used for:

Preserving full photographic detail for rigorous post-processing.
Supporting workflows where unaltered data is needed for technical analysis.
Allowing software to access additional image metadata not found in standard image formats.

Files in this format carry the file extension MOS. This extension indicates that the file is a Leaf raw image, usually generated by devices or software that capture data in its most complete form.

For more technical insight, you can explore resources on raw image processing and MIME types on sites like Adobe Help.

Associated file extensions

.mos

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: image/x-raw-leaf

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.mos

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.