application/msword
Word document
| Description | Word document |
|---|---|
| File extensions | .doc |
| Aliases | application/vnd.ms-wordapplication/x-mswordzz-application/zz-winassoc-doc |
| Based on | application/x-ole-storage |
| Signature (magic bytes) | 31 BE 00 00 (1...)50 4F 5E 51 60 (PO^Q`)DB A5 2D 00 00 00 (..-...) |
Frequently asked questions
What is the MIME type application/msword?
application/msword denotes “Word document”.
Which file extension does application/msword use?
Files of type application/msword usually end in .doc.
How does a web server serve application/msword correctly?
With the header Content-Type: application/msword. In nginx: types { application/msword doc; }; in Apache: AddType application/msword .doc.
Are there other names for application/msword?
Yes, application/vnd.ms-word, application/x-msword and zz-application/zz-winassoc-doc are used as equivalents.
Which formats are based on application/msword?
Formats based on it include Word template.
Formats based on it
- application/msword-template – Word template