How to Format JSON - Pretty Print & Validate

Last updated: July 2026 • 4 min read

Format, validate, and pretty-print your JSON data instantly.

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Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Open Formatter

Go to Developer Tools and select "JSON".

Step 2: Paste JSON

Enter your unformatted JSON.

Step 3: Format

Click "Format" for pretty-print or "Validate" to check errors.

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