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Quick reference for common MIME types — search by extension or content type

How to Use MIME Types Reference

1. Browse the table of common MIME types organized by category
2. Use the search box to filter by file extension or MIME type
3. Click any row to copy the MIME type string to your clipboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a MIME type?

A MIME type (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) is a label used to identify the format of content on the internet. Web servers and browsers use MIME types to determine how to handle different file types.

How are MIME types structured?

MIME types follow the format 'type/subtype' — for example, 'text/html' for HTML documents and 'image/png' for PNG images.

When do I need to know a MIME type?

You need MIME types when setting Content-Type headers in HTTP responses, configuring web servers, uploading files via APIs, or working with HTML forms and email attachments.