Which MIME types are related to file extension ".mp3"?
What is a File Extension?
A file extension is a suffix at the end of a filename that indicates what type of file it is. File extensions help both users and operating systems identify what application should be used to open the file.
File extensions are typically separated from the filename by a period (dot) and consist of 2-4 characters, though they can be longer. For example, in the filename "document.pdf", ".pdf" is the file extension.
File extensions are closely related to MIME types, as they both serve to identify the format of a file. However, while MIME types are used primarily by web browsers and servers, file extensions are used by operating systems and applications.
About .mp3 Files
Description
MP3 files are digital audio files compressed using the MPEG-1 Audio Layer III or MPEG-2 Audio Layer III audio coding format. They significantly reduce the amount of data required to represent audio while remaining sonically similar to CD quality.
Associated MIME Types
MP3 Audio
Applications
.mp3 files can be opened with the following applications:
Technical Details
Format
MP3 is an audio coding format for digital audio compression. It uses a form of lossy data compression that reduces file size significantly while maintaining reasonable audio quality.
Usage
MP3 files are primarily used for storing and distributing music and audio content. They offer a good balance between file size and audio quality, making them popular for digital music libraries and streaming.
Specification
The .mp3 format is specified in RFC 3003.
Frequently Asked Questions
Related File Extensions
External reference for the .mp3 file extension
https://filext.com/file-extension/MP3