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

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-pawn marks files that contain Pawn source code. It tells software that the file is plain text with specific syntax for a lightweight scripting language. This helps code editors and tools highlight and compile the code effectively.

Pawn is commonly used for scripting in multiplayer game modifications and embedded applications. Its simplicity makes it popular among developers working on game servers and small-scale projects.

Files using this MIME type often have the extensions P and PWN. These links guide you to details about the file formats.

Main use case: Game server scripting and modding.
Other uses: Embedded scripting in lightweight applications and game engines.
Key fact: The language is designed to be simple and efficient, ideal for small to medium projects.

Learn more about Pawn at the Pawn Language Official Resource.

Associated file extensions

.p, .pwn

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: text/x-pawn

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.p, .pwn

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.