JSON Formatter & Validator
Easily format, validate, and beautify your JSON data with our JSON Formatter & Validator. Instantly highlight errors, compress or prettify your code, and copy clean JSON with one click all in a user-friendly, real-time interface.
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How to Format & Validate JSON in Your Projects
Working with JSON? Here’s how to easily format and validate it for error-free code:
Step 1: Copy your JSON data
Step 2: Paste it into the JSON Formatter & Validator
Step 3: Click Format to beautify or Minify to compress
Step 4: Fix any highlighted errors
Step 5: Copy the clean, validated JSON output
Why Use a JSON Formatter & Validator?
1. Instantly Clean Up Your Code
Format messy or minified JSON into clean, readable structure with just one click and no manual effort needed.
2. Spot Errors Quickly
Live validation highlights mistakes in real time so you can catch and fix syntax issues fast.
3. Minify for Performance
Reduce file size by compressing JSON into a single line and perfect for APIs and production use.
4. Copy & Share Easily
One-click copy makes it simple to use your formatted JSON anywhere in your code or share with your team.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is a JSON Formatter & Validator?
It’s a tool that helps you cleanly format JSON data and check if it’s valid. It instantly highlights errors and structures the data in a readable format for easier debugging and sharing.
2. Can I paste or type JSON directly?
Yes! You can copy and paste JSON directly into the input box. The tool will automatically detect errors and show a clean, formatted version in real time.
3. Is drag-and-drop supported?
Yes. Simply drag and drop your .json file into the input area. The contents will load instantly and be validated.
4. Can I upload a file instead of pasting JSON?
Yes. There’s a file upload option that allows you to import a JSON file from your computer and see the formatted result immediately.
5. What happens if the JSON is invalid?
If your JSON has a syntax error, the tool will highlight it and display a helpful error message so you can fix it right away.
6. Is there syntax highlighting?
Yes. The output area includes syntax highlighting to help you distinguish keys, values, numbers, strings, booleans, and null more easily.
7. Can I minify or compress my JSON into a single line?
Absolutely. With one click, you can turn your formatted JSON into a compact, single-line version that’s ideal for production use.
8. Are my files or data saved anywhere?
No. Everything you do stays in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or stored on any server.