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

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-twig marks files that hold Twig templating code.
These files are plain text with special syntax. They mix layout markup with control structures.
They are used when a program (like the Twig engine) reads the file and generates final output, often HTML.
Files usually use the extension TWIG.

Templating: Embeds logic and design in one file.
Separation of Concerns: Keeps code and presentation apart.
Reusability: Lets developers create reusable components.

The Twig system is popular in web development and PHP projects. It speeds up building dynamic websites and emails.
Learn more at the Twig official website.

Associated file extensions

.twig

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: text/x-twig

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.twig

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.