text/x-uuencode
uuencoded file
| Description | uuencoded file |
|---|---|
| File extensions | .uue |
| Aliases | zz-application/zz-winassoc-uu |
| Based on | text/plain |
| Signature (magic bytes) | 62 65 67 69 6E 20 (begin ) |
Frequently asked questions
What is the MIME type text/x-uuencode?
text/x-uuencode denotes “uuencoded file”.
Which file extension does text/x-uuencode use?
Files of type text/x-uuencode usually end in .uue.
How does a web server serve text/x-uuencode correctly?
With the header Content-Type: text/x-uuencode. In nginx: types { text/x-uuencode uue; }; in Apache: AddType text/x-uuencode .uue.
Are there other names for text/x-uuencode?
Yes, zz-application/zz-winassoc-uu are used as equivalents.