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

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-hlsl is used for files coded in the High Level Shader Language. It indicates that the file contains plain text shader code meant for programming graphics on modern PCs. The prefix x- hints at its experimental or non-standardized status.

This MIME type is mainly used in writing shader programs that control how graphics are rendered. It is essential in environments like DirectX for creating visual effects. The code contains instructions for the GPU to produce special effects, light, and textures.

Use cases include:

• Real-time graphics rendering in games and simulations.
• Development of vertex, pixel, and compute shaders.
• Enhancements in visual effects for multimedia applications.

Files using this MIME type typically have a HLSL file extension. Editors and IDEs often provide syntax highlighting and debugging tools for efficient shader development.

For further details, consider reviewing resources like the Microsoft HLSL Documentation.

Associated file extensions

.hlsl

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: text/x-hlsl
  

HTML

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

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

Associated file extensions

.hlsl