JSON Formatter Calculator

The JSON Formatter helps you to make JSON data easier to read, smaller, or error-free, depending on your needs. It is used to format, validate, and minify JSON data. It is great for debugging, reviewing, or sharing with others. This free MathCalc JSON Formatter calculator simplifies the process.

JSON Formatter/Validator

Format, validate, and minify JSON data

How to Use
  1. Fill in the Required Values
  2. Click "Calculate" Button
  3. View Step-By-Step Solution

What is JSON?

JSON stands for JavaScript Object Notation. It is a lightweight data format used to store and exchange information between applications, servers, and users. JSON is easy for humans to read and write, and simple for machines to parse and generate.

How to use the MathCalc JSON Formatter Calculator

Step by step:

  • Choose an operation from format (pretty print), minify, or validate only.
  • Enter the JSON input.
  • Click calculate and see the result instantly.

Example 1: If we choose format (pretty print)

Enter {"name": "Aisha", "age":27, "skills": ["JS", "Python"], "active": true} in the JSON input box.

Step by step:

  • JSON Operation: format
  • JSON is valid
  • Formatted JSON with proper indentation

result:

  • Valid: true, Formatted JSON: {"name": "Aisha", "age":27, "skills": ["JS", "Python"], "active": true},
  • Original size: 64 characters,
  • Formatted size: 112 characters.

Example 2: If we choose Minify

Enter {"id": 101, "title": "Todo", "done": false} in the JSON input box.

Step by step:

  • JSON Operation: minify
  • JSON is valid
  • Minified JSON by removing whitespace
  • Compression: 25.5% size reduction

result:

  • Valid: true, Minified JSON: {“id”: 101, “title”: “Todo”, “done”: false},
  • Original size: 51 characters,
  • Minified size: 38 characters,
  • Compression ratio: 25.5%

Example 3: If we choose Validate Only

Enter {"city": "Lahore", "zip":54000,} in the JSON input box.

Step by step:

  • JSON Operation: validate
  • JSON Validation failed: Syntax error, malformed JSON

result:

  • Valid: false,
  • Error: Syntax error,
  • Malformed JSON,
  • Formatted JSON: null

Why use the MathCalc JSON Formatter Calculator?

Get Quick Results

If you want to format, validate, or minify the JSON. Enter your values, and the calculator gives you an instant result. This MathCalc makes the process simple.

Example:

  • pretty-printing {"name": "Aisha", "age":27, "skills": ["JS", "Python"], "active": true} gives a neat formatted output in seconds.

Reduce Human Error

Manual calculation can lead to minor mistakes that cost you money or points. This tool provides proven formulas to reduce errors, and your results are always right. To avoid mistakes, use the MathCalc JSON calculator.

Example:

  • If you want to format the JSON {"id":1, "name": "Mehak", "active": true}, enter your input, and get an accurate result (Valid: true, Formatted JSON: {“id”: 1, “name”: “Mehak”, “active”: true}

User-Friendly

This free MathCalc JSON Formatter can format (pretty print), minify, and validate in a single calculator. It is perfect for APIs, config files, logs, and debugging. It has a simple and clear interface. Anyone can use it easily.

Tips for Best Results:

  • Validate first if you are unsure; errors are easier to spot in pretty-printed JSON.
  • Use UTF-8 text; special characters should be in quotes.
  • Always double-check your input.

FAQ

What is JSON?

JSON stands for JavaScript Object Notation. It is a lightweight data format used to store and exchange information between applications, servers, and users. JSON is easy for humans to read and write, and simple for machines to parse and generate.

Is formatting the same as validating?

No, formatting changes how JSON looks. Validate can check if the JSON syntax is correct.

Why does my JSON fail to validate?

Common issues such as missing quotes around keys, trailing commas, or mismatched braces/brackets are the cause of failure to validate.