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Convert escaped JSON strings to readable JSON format - perfect for API responses and log files
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Convert Escaped JSON Strings to Readable JSON Format
String to JSON
Convert Escaped JSON Strings to Readable JSON Format
How to Convert String to JSON - Step by Step Guide
Convert escaped JSON strings to readable, formatted JSON in 3 simple steps with automatic validation
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Step 1 – Paste or Upload Escaped JSON String
Copy your escaped JSON string (e.g., from API responses, log files, or database records) and paste it into the editor. Our converter automatically detects and parses escaped characters like \" and \\.
Multiple Input Methods: Paste escaped strings, upload files, or try sample data to see instant unescaping
Auto-Detection: Automatically identifies escaped JSON strings and handles double-escaping scenarios
Error Prevention: Validates escape sequences and provides clear error messages for invalid formats
Escaped JSON String
"{\\"holiday\\":\\"Christmas\\",\\"date\\":\\"2025-12-25\\",\\"playlist\\":[\\"Jingle Bells\\",\\"Silent Night\\",\\"Last Christmas\\"],\\"giftExchange\\":{\\"participants\\":4,\\"location\\":\\"Living Room\\",\\"time\\":\\"18:00\\"},\\"tree\\":{\\"type\\":\\"Norway Spruce\\",\\"height_ft\\":7.5,\\"lights\\":[\\"red\\",\\"green\\",\\"warm white\\"]},\\"metadata\\":{\\"source\\":\\"string-to-json demo\\",\\"tool\\":\\"https://jsontotable.net/string-to-json\\"}}"2
Step 2 – Preview Unescaped JSON (Parsed & Formatted)
Watch your escaped JSON string instantly transform into a beautifully formatted, readable JSON object. All escape characters are properly parsed and the output is formatted with perfect indentation.
Automatic Unescaping: Intelligently parses \" \n \t and other escape sequences to restore original JSON
Beautiful Formatting: Formats output with 2-space indentation and proper line breaks for maximum readability
Real-time Processing: See results instantly as you type or paste - no manual conversion needed
Auto Unescape→Real-time
Parsed JSON Output
{
"holiday": "Christmas",
"date": "2025-12-25",
"playlist": [
"Jingle Bells",
"Silent Night",
"Last Christmas"
],
"giftExchange": {
"participants": 4,
"location": "Living Room",
"time": "18:00"
},
"tree": {
"type": "Norway Spruce",
"height_ft": 7.5,
"lights": [
"red",
"green",
"warm white"
]
},
"metadata": {
"source": "string-to-json demo",
"tool": "https://jsontotable.net/string-to-json"
}
}3
Step 3 – Download, Minify, or Copy (Ready to Use)
Export your unescaped JSON in the format you need. Download formatted JSON for development, minify for production to reduce file size, or copy directly to your clipboard.
Download JSON: Save beautifully formatted JSON file ready for immediate use in your projects
Minify for Production: Remove all whitespace to create the smallest possible file size for APIs
One-Click Copy: Instantly copy formatted or minified JSON to paste into code editors
Flexible export - choose formatted or minified JSON
3 Options
Download JSON
Save parsed .json file
Minify JSON
Compress to single line
Copy JSON
Copy to clipboard
Export parsed JSON for development or minified for production - perfect for APIs, config files, and data processing
String to JSON FAQs
Get answers to common questions about converting escaped JSON strings
An escaped JSON string is a JSON object that has been converted to a string format, where special characters like quotes are escaped with backslashes. For example, {"name":"John"} becomes "{"name":"John"}" when escaped. This commonly happens in API responses and log files.
The converter performs two parsing steps: First, it unescapes the string to convert escape sequences like " back to regular characters. Then, it parses the resulting string as JSON to create a proper JSON object. Finally, it formats the output for easy reading.
Yes! You can upload both .json and .txt files containing escaped JSON strings. The converter will automatically process the file contents and display the parsed JSON.
If your string contains syntax errors or is not properly escaped, the converter will display a clear error message explaining what went wrong. This helps you identify and fix issues in your data.
Absolutely! After successfully parsing your escaped string, you can download the result as a properly formatted .json file. You can also toggle between formatted and minified views before downloading.
Yes, completely secure! All processing happens entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your data never leaves your computer or gets sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy.
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