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html_code_clinic thread: What is the best "enctype" (MIME type) for sending form data


Message #1 by vw1970@a... on Thu, 30 May 2002 20:23:26
Generally you don't need to specify the enctype unless you're uploading 
files.  The default if you leave it blank is 
application/x-www-form-urlencoded

HTH
Phil
> I have developed a form for a select group of users. It is used to send 
i> nformation in a standard format. I have set the enctype as text/plain.  
E> verything works fine.  However, my knowledge of all of the MIME types 
is 
l> ow.  

> The WROX HTML 4.01 book gives a rather large list to choose from. I am 
t> rying to determine if enctype="text/plain" is the best method.  The 
i> nformation being captured is not really sensitive, I would just like to 
u> se the best method.

> Any help is appreciated.

> Thanks

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