JSON tree viewer

Client

Paste JSON and explore it as a collapsible tree—filter by key or value, expand branches, and copy JSONPath or JSON Pointer paths. A sample loads on first visit; processing stays in your browser tab.

Learn more: tree view vs formatter

Render parsed JSON as a collapsible hierarchy with type-colored leaves—read-only exploration with path copying for query and patch tools.

When to use the formatter instead

Use the JSON formatter to edit text, minify, validate syntax, or escape strings. Use this tree when you need to understand structure, filter branches, or copy JSONPath / JSON Pointer paths without editing the raw document.

Path formats

Copy path yields JSONPath-style strings rooted at $. Copy pointer yields RFC 6901 tokens for the Pointer & Patch page. Dialects differ—verify on the query page before production use.

JSON tree

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Explore parsed JSON as a collapsible tree. Copy JSONPath paths or RFC 6901 pointers for use on the query or Pointer pages. This view is read-only—edit text on the JSON formatter.

  • ▸(root){3}
    • ▸catalog{1}
      • ▸item[2]
        • ▸[0]{3}
          • id"1"
          • name"Alpha"
          • activetrue
        • ▸[1]{3}
          • id"2"
          • name"Beta"
          • activefalse
    • ▸meta{1}
      • a/btrue
    • version2

    • 14 nodes · types: string, number, boolean, object, array

    Nearby workflows on Toolcore

    Common use cases

    • Navigate large API responses without scrolling minified text—expand only the branches you need.
    • Copy JSONPath or RFC 6901 pointer strings for use in query, patch, or validation tools.
    • Onboard onto an unfamiliar payload shape before writing jq filters or codegen samples.
    • Share structure screenshots after redacting values elsewhere—this page still shows leaf previews.

    Common mistakes to avoid

    • Expecting to edit values in the tree

      The tree is read-only. Paste updated text on the JSON formatter or convert pages, then return here to explore.

    • Pasting multi-megabyte documents

      Very large trees can slow the tab. Trim to the subtree you care about or use the path list tool for leaf enumeration.

    • Assuming copied paths work in every runtime

      JSONPath dialects differ slightly. Verify expressions on the JSONPath & JMESPath page before shipping to production.

    FAQ

    Is my JSON uploaded?

    No. Parsing and rendering happen locally in your browser tab.

    How is this different from the JSON formatter?

    The formatter edits and validates text. This page focuses on structure—collapsing branches, filtering, and copying paths.

    Can I copy a path for JSON Patch?

    Use Copy pointer for RFC 6901 paths on the Pointer & Patch page, or Copy path for JSONPath-style notation used elsewhere in this hub.

    Common search terms

    Phrases people search for that match this tool. See the full long-tail keyword index.

    • json tree viewer online
    • json viewer interactive
    • explore json structure
    • json path copy online

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