What is MIME type "text/mirc"?

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

The MIME type text/mirc labels plain text files that contain IRC chat transcripts. It is used to indicate that the file holds conversation logs recorded during IRC sessions.
This type mainly serves IRC clients like mIRC and WeeChat by designating the content as plain text logs. Programs that process chat history look for this MIME type to display or archive conversations correctly.

Designates files that store IRC chat records.
Helps systems recognize and handle plain text logs.
Ensures compatibility with chat clients and log viewers.
Improves file handling when transferring or archiving chat history.

Files commonly using this MIME type include IRCLOG and WEECHATLOG.
Additional details on MIME types can be found at MDN Web Docs.

Associated file extensions

.irclog, .weechatlog

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: text/mirc

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="text/mirc">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', 'text/mirc');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.irclog, .weechatlog

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.