What is JSON escaping?

JSON escaping is the process of converting special characters into their escaped sequences to ensure they can be safely used in JSON strings. For example: Quotes (") become \" Backslashes (\) become \\ Line breaks become \n

When do I need to escape JSON?

You need to escape JSON when: Embedding JSON strings in JavaScript code Storing JSON in databases Transmitting JSON in URLs or APIs Avoiding syntax conflicts in nested JSON structures

What's the difference between formatting and minifying?

Formatting and minifying serve different purposes: Formatting adds proper indentation and spacing to make JSON readable Minifying removes all unnecessary whitespace to reduce file size

How does JSON validation work?

JSON validation checks for: Proper syntax and structure Matching brackets and braces Valid data types and values Correct use of commas and colons

JSON Escape/Unescape Tool

Easily escape and unescape JSON strings, format JSON with proper indentation, and validate JSON syntax with our comprehensive tool.

Input

Output

Instructions

Escape/Unescape

Escape: Converts special characters to escaped sequences
Unescape: Converts escaped sequences back to characters

Tools

Format: Pretty prints JSON with proper indentation
Minify: Removes all whitespace from JSON
Validate: Checks if the input is valid JSON

Comprehensive JSON Tools

Everything you need to work with JSON strings, from escaping to validation.

JSON Escaping

Escape special characters in JSON strings for safe usage in various contexts.

JSON Unescaping

Convert escaped JSON strings back to their original form.

JSON Formatting

Format and prettify JSON with proper indentation and structure.

JSON Validation

Validate JSON syntax and structure with detailed error reporting.

How to Use the JSON Escape Tool

Step 1

Enter your JSON or text in the input field.

Step 2

Choose to escape, unescape, format, or validate the input.

Step 3

Review the processed output in the result field.

Step 4

Copy the result or use additional tools like formatting and minification.

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