image/bmp
The MIME type for Windows bitmap images. Uncompressed, hence bulky.
Typical extensions
Primary uses
- Storing raw image data on Windows
- Initial save of screen captures
- Interop with legacy software
In a browser
Every major browser renders BMP. Bad choice for network delivery due to size.
On a server
CDNs typically transcode BMP to PNG or WebP on the edge for efficient distribution.
In email
Inline rendering works, but prefer PNG for any serious attachment.