What is MIME type "text/x-django"?

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

The MIME type text/x-django signals that a file contains a dynamic template. These templates mix static HTML with embedded logic. They are designed for systems that render web pages on the fly.

This MIME type mainly helps text editors and IDEs apply the correct syntax rules. It activates specific highlighting and formatting for tags, filters, and control structures.

• Template Rendering: It lets frameworks process dynamic content.
• Syntax Highlighting: Tools can display code elements in distinct colors.
• Framework Integration: It supports workflows in frameworks like Django and Jinja.

Files using this MIME type often have extensions like J2, JINJA, and JINJA2.

By identifying the file content, text/x-django ensures that the right tools and behaviors are applied during development, making it easier to manage and debug dynamic web templates.

Associated file extensions

.j2, .jinja, .jinja2

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: text/x-django
  

HTML

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

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

Associated file extensions

.j2, .jinja, .jinja2