JSON Formatter & Validator
Beautify, validate, and minify your JSON data
JSON Processor
About JSON Tools
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data interchange format that’s easy for humans to read and write, and easy for machines to parse and generate.
Features
- Format/Beautify: Properly indent and structure your JSON
- Validate: Check for syntax errors in your JSON
- Minify: Remove all unnecessary whitespace
- Syntax Highlighting: Color-coded JSON for better readability
- Error Detection: Pinpoints exact location of JSON errors
JSON Basics
- Data is in name/value pairs
- Data is separated by commas
- Curly braces hold objects
- Square brackets hold arrays
- Strings must use double quotes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is JSON used for?
JSON is commonly used for transmitting data between a server and web application, as an alternative to XML. It’s also used for configuration files and data storage.
What are common JSON formatting errors?
Common errors include: missing commas between items, trailing commas, unquoted property names, single quotes instead of double quotes, and mismatched brackets.
Why minify JSON?
Minification reduces file size by removing unnecessary whitespace, which improves transmission speed and reduces bandwidth usage, especially important for web APIs.
What’s the difference between JSON and JavaScript objects?
JSON is a text format that follows strict syntax rules (all keys in quotes, no functions). JavaScript objects are language constructs that can contain functions and use various key formats.
