JSON Formatter
Format, prettify, and validate JSON with syntax highlighting.
How to use JSON Formatter
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Paste JSON
Paste your raw or minified JSON string into the input box.
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Choose Formatting
Select 2 spaces, 4 spaces, tabs, or minify.
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Toggle Options
Sort keys alphabetically, or remove nulls and empty strings if needed.
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View or Copy
Use the Tree view to explore, or simply copy/download the formatted JSON.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is my JSON data secure?
Yes, all processing happens entirely in your browser. No data is sent to any server.
Can I format very large JSON files?
Yes, our formatter handles large JSON structures efficiently.
How do I find syntax errors?
If your JSON is invalid, the tool immediately highlights the error line and shows a clear message.
What is minification?
Minification removes all unnecessary spaces and line breaks to reduce file size.
Can I sort JSON keys alphabetically?
Yes! Toggle 'Sort Keys' and all object keys will be arranged from A-Z recursively.