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

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

text/x-tsql designates plain text files that hold Transact-SQL code. These files contain SQL commands and scripts used to interact with databases.
They are often opened with text editors or integrated into development environments that offer syntax highlighting and code assistance for T-SQL.
The format is especially common in environments like Microsoft SQL Server, where robust scripting is key.
The file type is associated with the SQL format.

Use Case: Writing and running database scripts and queries.
Functionality: Helps text editors and IDEs recognize T-SQL syntax for better code support.
Key Fact: It signals that the content should be treated as plain text with T-SQL structures.

Additional resources on MIME types and T-SQL details can be found at IANA Media Types and the official T-SQL Documentation.

Associated file extensions

.sql

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: text/x-tsql

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.sql

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.