Images can be used inline in websites using <img src=”data:<MIMETYPE>;base64,<BASE64_ENCODED_IMAGE>”>
Does this also work for audio files (e.g. mp3)?
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Why would you want to do this? Every day I see at least 5-10 posts about using data URIs and I have yet to see a single proper reason for doing so. Almost always, it's folks not understanding how to properly handle blobs in JavaScript. You realize that you're adding 33% overhead to the bandwidth requirements, as well as excess memory and CPU usage for zero benefit? – Brad Apr 21 '20 at 14:24
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I am creating a single player, offline HTML5 card game - and if it comes just in one (HTML) file, it is easier to use – Cyman Apr 22 '20 at 15:09
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So now, you're subject to length limits and slowing everything down... again for no benefit. – Brad Apr 22 '20 at 15:10
