Which MIME types are related to file extension ".zip"?

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 .zip Files

Description

ZIP files are archive files that support lossless data compression. They are used to group and compress multiple files into a single container, reducing file size and making it easier to transfer multiple files.

Associated MIME Types

application/zip

ZIP Archive

Applications

.zip files can be opened with the following applications:

Archive utilities (WinZip, 7-Zip, WinRAR)
Built-in OS extractors (Windows Explorer, Mac Finder)
File management tools
Programming IDEs (for project management)

Technical Details

Format

The .zip format is associated with ZIP Archive. Archive file format that supports lossless data compression.

Usage

.zip files are used for specific applications or purposes related to ZIP Archive.

Specification

The .zip format is specified in PKWARE Specification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Related File Extensions

External reference for the .zip file extension

https://filext.com/file-extension/ZIP