JSON Formatter

Format, minify, and validate JSON with line numbers.

Input

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How to Use

  1. Paste or type your JSON in the input box
  2. Click Format to pretty-print with indentation
  3. Click Minify to compress to a single line
  4. Click Validate to check if your JSON is valid

FAQ

Q: What is JSON?

A: JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data format used for APIs, config files, and data exchange between systems.

Q: What does valid JSON look like?

A: Keys and strings must use double quotes. No trailing commas allowed. Values can be strings, numbers, objects, arrays, booleans, or null.

Q: Why use line numbers?

A: Line numbers help you quickly identify where an error occurs in large JSON files, making debugging much easier.