MIME type lookup · Guide
Common MIME Types Explained
A handful of MIME types cover most web work. Here are the ones you will use most.
Text and data
application/json for APIs, text/html for pages, text/css for styles and text/javascript for scripts are the everyday types behind most web responses.
Media and files
image/png, image/jpeg and image/svg+xml cover images; application/pdf and application/zip cover documents and archives. Using the right one ensures correct handling.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this for production work?
Yes, for inspection, formatting and quick generation. Still review the output before committing it to production code or configuration.
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