What is MIME type "video/x-plt"?

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

video/x-plt is a MIME type for playlist files. It defines how a media player should read a sequence of video entries stored in a tab-separated format.

Files with this MIME type, like those with the extension PLT, instruct software on how to sequence and organize video playback automatically.

Primary use: Arrange and manage video playback order.
Key functionality: Lists video file references and playback metadata in a TSV format.
Other uses: Integration into custom media applications and automated video streaming environments.

video/x-plt is most useful in systems where precise control over video sequencing is needed. For more technical details, you can visit IANA Media Types.

Associated file extensions

.plt

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

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


    Content-Type: video/x-plt

HTML

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


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

Associated file extensions

.plt

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.