Common Mime Types Reference Table

Tool Introduction

The Common Mime Types Reference Table is a convenient online tool designed to provide developers, website administrators, and anyone needing to understand file media types with a detailed reference list of Mime Types, file extensions, and their descriptions. With this tool, you can easily query the Mime Types of various common files, such as images (JPG, PNG, SVG), documents (DOCX, PDF, XLS), compressed archives (ZIP, RAR), and audio/video files, among others. The tabulated display is clear and intuitive, and with the browser's built-in search function (Ctrl + F), it can greatly improve the efficiency of finding specific file media types.

How to Use

1. Open the Common Mime Types Reference Table tool page.
2. Browse the main table to view the "Media Type", "File Extension", and "Description" columns to understand the correspondence of different file formats.
3. If you need to quickly find the Mime Type of a specific file, you can use the browser's in-page search function. Press Ctrl + F (Windows/Linux) or Cmd + F (Mac) combination keys.
4. In the pop-up search box, enter the Mime Type you want to query (e.g., application/pdf) or the file extension (e.g., pdf, jpg, zip).
5. The browser will automatically highlight and locate the matching row, where you can view the detailed information corresponding to that file type.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What exactly is a Mime Type, and what is it used for?
• A: Mime Type (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions Type) is a standard used on the internet to identify the content type and format of files or data. It is crucial in web communication; for example, in HTTP response headers, the server uses the Mime Type to inform the browser what type of file has been received (e.g., text/html, image/jpeg), so that the browser can correctly process and display the file.
• Q: Does this Mime Type reference table include all file types?
• A: This reference table includes the most common Mime Types and their corresponding file extensions in daily development and web applications, aiming to provide a quick and convenient query reference. While we strive for broad coverage, due to the vast variety of Mime Types and the continuous emergence of new standards, if you cannot find the exact type you need, it is recommended to consult the official IANA MIME Media Types registration table for the most comprehensive information.
• Q: How can I use this tool to quickly find the Mime Type corresponding to a certain file extension?
• A: You just need to open this page and then use your browser's in-page search function (usually by pressing Ctrl + F or Cmd + F combination keys). In the pop-up search box, enter the file extension you want to find (e.g., .pdf, .mp4, or .doc), and the page will automatically scroll and highlight the corresponding Mime Type information containing that extension.

Notes

• This Common Mime Types Reference Table serves as a reference list, and its information is based on widely accepted standards and practices. In practical applications, especially during file uploads, downloads, or API interactions, servers or clients may have specific Mime Type configurations; please refer to your actual system or service requirements.
• Some file extensions may correspond to multiple Mime Types, and vice versa. When querying, please combine the "Description" field with your specific application scenario for judgment.
• To improve query efficiency, it is strongly recommended to use the browser's in-page search function (Ctrl + F) for quick positioning.
• Mime Type standards are constantly updated and expanded. This tool will strive to keep the data fresh and accurate, but please understand if new or specific Mime Types are not included and consult official documentation.