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MIM File - What is a .mim file and how do I open it?
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What is a MIM file? A MIM file is an encoded file used by email programs that contain 8-bit data or other characters besides the US ASCII character set. It supports 8-bit content, such as file attachments, instead of standard 7-bit messages typically sent over email. MIM files also include metadata , such as the MIME version, content type, and encoding method.
More Information MIM files may appear as part of an email message or included as a separate attachment. Email applications often decode the files automatically, but you may also decode the files with utilities.
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.MIM File Extension
2 file types use the .mim file extension.
Multi-Purpose Internet Mail Message File
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What is a MIM file?
A MIM file is an encoded file used by email programs that contain 8-bit data or other characters besides the US ASCII character set. It supports 8-bit content, such as file attachments, instead of standard 7-bit messages typically sent over email. MIM files also include metadata , such as the MIME version, content type, and encoding method.
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MIM files may appear as part of an email message or included as a separate attachment. Email applications often decode the files automatically, but you may also decode the files with utilities.
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Programs that open MIM files
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Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe
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Corel WinZip
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Microsoft Outlook 365
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Mozilla Thunderbird
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Smith Micro StuffIt Deluxe Mac 16
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Microsoft Outlook 365
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Apple Mail
Included with OS
Mozilla Thunderbird
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KMail
Free
Category: Encoded Files
Updated: August 24, 2016
Keyboard Layout Definition File
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A MIM file may also be a keyboard layout definition file used by IBus (Intelligent Input Bus), which enables multilingual keyboard strokes to be input in Unix operating systems. It stores a configuration of a keyboard in plain text that is used to define the mapping between keyboard strokes and functions performed in Linux. MIM files may include letters, numbers, special characters, typographical symbols, and unusual diacritics.
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You will most likely only encounter a MIM file if you are a Linux user and modifying or adding a keyboard layout with IBus. For example, if you enjoy constructing languages that utilize special characters not available on a typical keyboard, you may create or download a MIM keyboard layout for use on your Linux machine.
You may also convert .KLC files created with Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator to MIM, since Linux does not support KLC keyboard layout files. You can use the "ms2mim" program to convert KLC files to MIM files, which can be used with the M17 library in Linux.
If you are a Linux Ubuntu user, you can add a MIM keyboard layout by following these steps:
You should now be able to access the keyboard from the "Settings" page under the "Other" language.
Common MIM Filenames
latn-conk.mim - A MIM file that contains a keyboard layout created for users that enjoy constructing languages.
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Updated: March 16, 2020