What is MIME type "text/x-x10"?

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-x10 flags a file as plain text that follows the X10 format. It indicates that the content is designed for systems or editors that support the X10 file standards.

This non-standard type (signaled by the "x-" prefix) is used in specialized environments. Its main purpose is to help programs recognize and process commands, source code, or configuration data written in the X10 vernacular.

Plain Text Identification: It tells software that the file’s content is readable text, not binary data.
Custom Format Recognition: The "x-" denotes an experimental or non-standard format, often used in niche applications.
Editor Support: Code editors might use this MIME type for proper syntax highlighting and accurate file handling.
Practical Usage: It is typically applied to files that embody instructions, code, or configurations meant for X10-specific tools.

Files bearing this MIME type commonly use the file extension X10.

Learn more about MIME types for further context.

Associated file extensions

.x10

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: text/x-x10

HTML

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


    <a href="file.dat" type="text/x-x10">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-x10');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);

Associated file extensions

.x10

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.