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

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-inf marks plain text files that contain installation instructions for Windows. These files, known as INF files, guide the operating system when adding drivers and configuring components.

INF files detail steps such as file copying, registry edits, and other setup tasks. They work with Windows utilities during hardware installation and system configuration.

• Used for installing drivers and hardware devices
• Contains clear, plain text instructions in a structured format
• Assists Windows in managing system updates and configurations
• Editable with any basic text editor

Files with this MIME type often carry the INF extension. For deeper technical details, see the Microsoft INF Files Documentation.

Associated file extensions

.inf

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: text/x-inf
  

HTML

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

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

Associated file extensions

.inf