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

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-sas signals that a file contains code written in the SAS programming language. It is plain text that special tools, like code editors and statistical programs, recognize to provide proper support.

Files with this MIME type usually use the file extension SAS. This helps systems know the file's purpose without confusion.

• Syntax Highlighting: Code editors use this flag to color-code keywords and improve readability.
• Data Analysis: SAS files are essential in running statistical and data processing tasks.
• Script Execution: They serve as the backbone for automating data workflows.
• Error Checking: Development tools can detect syntax errors before the script runs.

Correct MIME identification improves how programs handle and share these files. For a deeper dive into SAS software, check out this resource.

Associated file extensions

.sas

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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

    Content-Type: text/x-sas
  

HTML

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

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

Associated file extensions

.sas