JSON Tools and Guides
Work with JSON and JSON Lines using browser tools, sample files, editor guides, validation help, and practical conversion tutorials.
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Tools you can use now
Browser-based utilities for common JSON tasks. Open a tool to see its supported inputs and output options.
JSON Merger
Combine multiple JSON files into a single structured output
JSON Splitter
Split large JSON files into smaller chunks
JSON Flattener
Flatten deeply nested JSON files
JSON to Table
Convert JSON data to interactive HTML tables
JSON to Excel
Convert JSON data to Excel spreadsheet format
JSON to JSONL
Convert JSON arrays to JSON Lines format
JSONL to JSON
Convert JSON Lines format to arrays
JSONL Viewer
Inspect, search, and preview JSON Lines files
Need a JSON file for testing?
Download a small sample before using your own data.
JSON software comparisons
Choose an editor, viewer, or reader based on the platform and the work you actually need to do.
Android
7 Best JSON Editor Apps for Android in 2026 (Tested & Ranked)
Compare 7 best JSON editor apps for Android with tree views, syntax highlighting, and cloud sync. Find the right one for your workflow.
11 min read
Notepad++
4 Best JSON Plugins for Notepad++ in 2026 (Setup & Comparison)
Find the best JSON editor for Notepad++ with these 4 plugins. Formatting, tree view, and validation tools. Find the right one for your workflow.
9 min read
Sublime Text
5 Best JSON Plugins for Sublime Text in 2026 (Ranked & Reviewed)
Find the best JSON editor for Sublime Text with these 5 plugins. Formatting, validation, tree view, and navigation tools. Find the right one for your workflow.
9 min read
Mac
6 Best JSON Editors for Mac in 2026 (Free & Paid Options)
Find the best JSON editor for macOS with native performance. Compare VS Code, OK JSON, Sublime Text, and more for speed, validation, and Apple Silicon optimization.
11 min read
Angular
6 Best JSON Editor Libraries for Angular in 2026 (Tested)
Compare 6 best JSON editor libraries for Angular apps. Includes ngx-json-editor, Monaco Editor, JSON Forms, and tree editors with bundle size analysis and Angular 17+ examples.
13 min read
React
7 Best JSON Editor Libraries for React in 2026 (Tested)
Compare 7 best React JSON editor components including react-json-view, Monaco Editor, and JSON Forms. Includes bundle size analysis, React 18 examples, and performance tips.
14 min read
VS Code
7 Best JSON Extensions for VS Code in 2026 (Free & Powerful)
Enhance VS Code JSON editing with 7 powerful extensions. Includes JSON Tools, Prettier, schema validation, tree view, and formatting extensions tested for performance and features.
11 min read
Eclipse
3 Best JSON Plugins for Eclipse in 2026 (Free & Easy Setup)
Fix Eclipse's poor JSON support with 3 tested options. Includes Wild Web Developer, JSON Editor Plugin, and built-in WTP support for Java developers without breaking your IDE.
9 min read
Linux
6 Best JSON Editors for Linux in 2026 (GUI & Terminal)
Compare 6 best JSON editors for Linux including VS Code, Kate, Vim, jq, and GUI tools. Covers terminal and desktop options for Ubuntu, Fedora, and Arch Linux users.
10 min read
Windows
9 Best Free JSON Editors for Windows in 2026 (Ranked & Reviewed)
This guide ranks Windows JSON editors that stay responsive on large files and avoid freezes, from VS Code for feature heavy workflows to lightweight viewers for quick edits.
12 min read
JSON tutorials and workflow guides
Solve a specific JSON task, understand the format, or move data into a more useful form.
VS Code
How to Format JSON in VS Code: Easy Guide (2026)
Format JSON in VS Code with built-in shortcuts, format on save, Prettier, JSONC support, validation, troubleshooting, and large-file tips.
10 min read
Notepad++
How to Format JSON in Notepad++: Quick Setup (2026)
Format JSON in Notepad++ with the JSTool plugin. Includes setup, shortcuts, validation, minification, troubleshooting, and formatting tips.
12 min read
Tutorials
How to Add Image in JSON: 3 Easy Methods (2026)
Add images to JSON using URLs, base64 encoding, or file paths. Complete guide with code examples, size optimization tips, and best practices for each method in web and mobile apps.
14 min read
Tutorials
Convert JSON to CSV in Excel: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
Convert JSON to CSV in Excel with Power Query, built-in import tools, or online converters. Includes nested JSON tips and common fixes.
12 min read
Java
How to Create JSON File in Java: Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
Create JSON files in Java with Jackson, Gson, or org.json. Includes dependency setup, code examples, and file-writing best practices.
12 min read
Notepad++
Convert JSON to CSV in Notepad++: Easy Methods (2026)
Convert JSON to CSV in Notepad++ with plugins, regex methods, and online alternatives for transforming JSON arrays and objects.
9 min read
Tutorials
How to Merge JSON Files: Fastest and Easiest Way (2026)
Merge multiple JSON files into one using free online tool, Python, or jq command line. Complete guide with code examples for arrays, objects, nested JSON, and deduplication.
7 min read
Tutorials
How to Split JSON Files: Fastest and Easiest Way (2026)
Split large JSON files into smaller chunks with an online tool, Python scripts, or jq. Includes examples for big datasets and nested JSON.
6 min read
IntelliJ IDEA
How to Format JSON in IntelliJ: Easy Guide (2026)
Format JSON in IntelliJ IDEA with built-in tools, shortcuts, automatic formatting, validation, and custom code-style settings.
11 min read
JavaScript
How to Read JSON File in JavaScript: Complete Guide (2026)
Read JSON files in JavaScript with fetch(), FileReader, Node.js fs, or imports. Includes browser and server examples with error handling.
15 min read
Python
How to Parse JSON in Python: Simple Guide (2026)
Parse JSON in Python using json.loads() for strings and json.load() for files. Complete guide with code examples, error handling, nested data, and real-world use cases.
8 min read
