JSON max depth

Client

Complexity guard before limit-depth or pretty-print on huge payloads.

Learn more: max depth

Scalars contribute depth 0; empty containers count as depth 1.

Local processing

Parsing and output formatting run entirely in your browser—nothing is uploaded for this transform.

Input

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Paste JSON, then read transformed output below.

Nearby workflows on Toolcore

  • JSON limit depth — Truncate JSON nesting at a maximum depth—replace deeper nodes with {} or []—local only. once JSON text parses on this page.
  • JSON node count — Count every value node in JSON—including nested objects and arrays, local. once JSON text parses on this page.
  • JSON statistics — Depth, key counts, object/array totals, and value-type breakdown—local only. once JSON text parses on this page.
  • JSON formatter — JSON format online: pretty-print, minify, validate, escape, download . once JSON text parses on this page.

Common use cases

  • Complexity guard before limit-depth or pretty-print on huge payloads.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Invalid JSON

    Fix parse errors before expecting output.

FAQ

Is data uploaded?

No—all parsing and transforms run locally.

How is this different from jq?

This page focuses on one deterministic task without a filter language.

More tools

Related utilities you can open in another tab—mostly client-side.