JSON Viewer
Port of Firefox's JSON Viewer
What is JSON Viewer?
'JSON Viewer' is a Chrome extension that enhances your JSON file viewing experience. Modelled after Firefox's version, it takes raw JSON files opened in the browser and turns them into syntax-highlighted, easy-to-read, and interactive displays. It collapses arrays and objects for clearer visibility and allows for exploration through expandable '+' icons. The source code can be retrieved from its website on GitHub.
Extension stats
By: Rongjian Zhang
Users: 30,000+ 
Rating: 4.64
(45)
Creation date: 2018-05-27
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
- storage
Size: 143.36K
Email: pd*****@gmail.com
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Extension summary
This is a port of Firefox's JSON Viewer
If you open a JSON file in the browser, it is parsed and given syntax highlighting. Arrays and objects are shown collapsed, and you can expand them using the "+" icons.
Source code: https://github.com/pd4d10/json-viewer
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Displays a useful JSON debugging UI that's easy to work with.
- Similar to the Firefox JSON viewer which many users appreciate.
- Users found it delightful and effective for viewing JSON files.
Cons
- Has stopped working for some users, especially after recent Chrome updates.
- Limited functionality, with only the 'pretty print' feature available for some users.
- No settings or customization options available.
Most mentioned
- Not working anymore for some users.
- Recent updates have broken functionality.
- Loved by users for its similar experience to other platforms.
User reviews
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Hagen Zagola, 2024-10-16
Hagen Zagola, 2024-10-16 by 
Roma Zvarych (hisbvdis), 2024-09-24
Roma Zvarych (hisbvdis), 2024-09-24 by 
Niklas Bausch, 2024-08-13
Niklas Bausch, 2024-08-13Extension safety
Risk impact
JSON Viewer requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
JSON Viewer is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.
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