JSON Formatter is a Chrome extension that formats JSON data within the browser.

Latest Version

Version
1.0.0
Update
June 19, 2024
Size
139KiB
Developer
tools-site.github.io
Category
Users
69
Rating
0 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
See more
Permissions
See more

JSON Formatter Extension

JSON Formatter Extension is a powerful and user-friendly tool designed to parse and display JSON data directly from your browser. Perfect for developers and data analysts, this extension enhances readability and allows you to toggle between raw and formatted JSON views with ease.

** Features **
Automatic Parsing: Automatically detects and parses JSON data in your web pages.
Formatted Display: Presents JSON data in a clean, readable format with collapsible sections for nested objects and arrays.
Easily views: Easily views of your JSON data.
User-Friendly Interface: Simple and intuitive interface designed for ease of use.

** How It Works **
Automatic Detection: The extension scans your web pages for JSON data.
JSON Parsing: The detected JSON data is parsed and validated.
Formatted Display: Parsed JSON is displayed in a structured and readable format, with expandable and collapsible sections.

** Usage **
Install the JSON Formatter Extension from the Google Chrome Store.
Navigate to a web page containing JSON data.
The extension will automatically parse and display the JSON data in a formatted view.

** Why Use JSON Formatter Extension? **
Enhanced Readability: Makes complex JSON data easy to read and understand.
Efficiency: Saves time by automating the parsing and formatting process.
Convenience: Quick access to formatted views of your JSON data.
Read more

Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "JSON Formatter", "version": "1.0.0", "description": "JSON Formatter is a Chrome extension that formats JSON data within the browser.", "action": { "default_icon": "assets/icons/icon128.png" }, "icons": { "128": "assets/icons/icon128.png", "32": "assets/icons/icon32.png" }, "background": { "service_worker": "assets/js/background.js" }}
Read more

How to download and manually install JSON Formatter extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install JSON Formatter extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install JSON Formatter extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install JSON Formatter extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download JSON Formatter extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a JSON Formatter extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the JSON Formatter Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the JSON Formatter extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the JSON Formatter extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for JSON Formatter extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the JSON Formatter extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download JSON Formatter extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install JSON Formatter extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the JSON Formatter extension file

Select and download the JSON Formatter extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the JSON Formatter extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your JSON Formatter extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the JSON Formatter extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install JSON Formatter extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

Similar Extensions

icon

PM2.5 Levels in Fukuoka Extension · News & Weather 69 1 ★ 50.39KiB

icon

AQA HTTP Recorder Extension · Developer Tools 69 0 ★ 188KiB

icon

AI-cruiter by WorkInBiotech.com Extension · Productivity 69 7 ★ 1.08MiB

icon

Priorities & Notebook by Attention to Detail Extension · Productivity 69 0 ★ 1.05MiB

icon

Slate Extension · Productivity 69 3 ★ 20.7KiB

icon

JSON Formatter Extension · Developer Tools 69 33 ★ 102KiB

icon

Feedly Custom Extension · News & Weather 69 1 ★ 22.4KiB

icon

WeatherView Extension · News & Weather 69 3 ★ 2.11MiB

icon

Nubel LinkedIn Profile Importer Extension · Productivity 69 2 ★ 41.99KiB

icon

Lemmy Enhanced Overlay (LEO) Extension · Social & Communication 69 0 ★ 36.2KiB

icon

GMaps in Search Extension · Accessibility 69 1 ★ 31.76KiB

icon

Salesforce Lightning Setup Field Type Toggle Extension · Productivity 69 0 ★ 11.5KiB

icon

HireHarmonyAI Extension · Productivity 69 0 ★ 395KiB

icon

ImageChat Extension · Accessibility 69 3 ★ 94.66KiB

icon

Search Google Map Extension · Productivity 69 0 ★ 9.73KiB

icon

IOC Navigator Extension · Productivity 69 1 ★ 20.45KiB

icon

Stefan's Mastodon Tools Extension · Social & Communication 69 0 ★ 463KiB

icon

Checkbox Selector Extension · Productivity 69 0 ★ 16.27KiB

icon

Travel Compare by Olamgo Extension · Social & Communication 69 2 ★ 378KiB

icon

Easy Night Shift Extension · Productivity 69 1 ★ 82.09KiB

icon

Finalytic Web Extension Extension · Productivity 69 0 ★ 305KiB

icon

What Today? Extension Extension · Fun 69 1 ★ 1.98MiB

icon

AI Chat Privacy Guard Extension · Productivity 69 0 ★ 67.23KiB

icon

Reverb - Questionnaire Answerer Extension · Productivity 69 1 ★ 382KiB