JSON Lite

Fast JSON viewer - highlights, shows items count/size, handles large files
What is JSON Lite?
JSON Lite is a Chrome extension that allows you to format JSON/JSONP responses and clipboard, select and format/encode/decode text on every page, and collapse arrays, objects, and long values. It also counts items and properties in a collection, shows collection sizes, and does its best to show large and invalid JSON files. With the ability to save the original JSON document and copy a working JSON from the formatted JSON, JSON Lite is a versatile tool for handling JSON data.

Extension stats

Users: 10,000+
Version: 24.6.3 (Last updated: 2024-06-10)
Creation date: 2019-06-18
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • storage
  • activeTab
  • tabs
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 24.22K

Other platforms

JSON Lite (v21.3.0)
4.50 (102) 13,794+
JSON Lite (v24.6.3)
4.60 (7) 3,071+
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Extension summary

Features:

  • Format JSON/JSONP responses and clipboard
  • Select and format/encode/decode text on every page
  • Collapsible arrays, objects and long values
  • Collapse all childs with Ctrl(Command) + Click
  • Collapse property also on all sibling items with Alt(Option) + Click
  • Count items and properties in a collection
  • Show collection sizes
  • Do its best to show large (10MB+) JSON files
  • Do its best to show invalid JSON files
  • Do not sort objects with numeric keys
  • Do not round large numbers
  • "Save as..." saves the original JSON document
  • Select and copy a working JSON from the formatted JSON
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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Fast and efficient for large files
  • User-friendly with custom themes available
  • Displays number of entries in arrays
  • Lightweight and minimalist design
  • Supports multiple file formats, including *.geojson
Cons
  • Issues with time format recognition
  • Problems with double-click selection
  • Breaks functionality after recent Chrome update (v. 117)
  • Wrap Lines option doesn't work for some users
Most mentioned
  • Best JSON viewer extension
  • Speed and efficiency
  • Customization options for themes
  • Works well with Web API tests
  • User praise for overall functionality
Recent reviews
Very easy
by Hugo Moran, 2024-11-11

by AKM Miraz Hossain, 2024-07-03

Web API 테스트할 때 유용하네요. 아쉬운 점: "YYYYMMddhhmmss" 형식의 시간을 epoch time으로 인식합니다. (ex: "20240625060355" --> "Mon, 27 May 2611 11:51:01 GMT")
by JongSeop Park (Kugi), 2024-06-25
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Extension safety

Risk impact

JSON Lite requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

JSON Lite has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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