What is MIME type "text/vnd.iptc.anpa"?

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

text/vnd.iptc.anpa is a MIME type for plain text files formatted according to the American Newspaper Publishers Association standards.
It is used for exchanging news content, especially in automated wire feeds.
Files in this format carry structured news text that can include headlines, article body, and metadata. They are designed for fast and efficient distribution in news systems.
A file of this type usually has the extension ANPA.

News Distribution: Transmits timely news updates across networks.
Automated Processing: Enables software systems to parse and display news articles correctly.
Standardization: Follows IPTC guidelines that promote consistency in news content.

This MIME type is integral in environments where structured text delivery and quick processing of news content are vital. For more information on the file extension, visit Filext.

Associated file extensions

.anpa

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: text/vnd.iptc.anpa

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.anpa

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.