How to Convert JSON to Table - Step by Step Guide
Input Your JSON Data
Alright, let's get your JSON into the converter! You've got three super easy options here:
Example: Try This Simple JSON
Copy and paste this JSON example to see how it works: 😊
{ "name": "Alex Johnson", "email": "alex@company.com", "age": 28, "department": "Engineering", "active": true }
See Automatic Table Generation
Here's where things get cool! 🎉 The moment you paste or type JSON, the tool springs into action. No "convert" button to click, no waiting around - it just works! Here's what happens behind the scenes:
Single Object → Key-Value Table
Input JSON (single object):
{ "name": "Alex Johnson", "email": "alex@company.com", "age": 28, "department": "Engineering", "active": true }
Output table (key-value pairs): ✨
key | value |
---|---|
name | Alex Johnson |
alex@company.com | |
age | 28 |
department | Engineering |
active | true |
Array of Objects → Column-Based Table
Input JSON (array of objects):
[ { "id": 1, "product": "Laptop", "price": 999.99, "category": "Electronics", "inStock": true }, { "id": 2, "product": "Mouse", "price": 29.99, "category": "Accessories", "inStock": false }, { "id": 3, "product": "Monitor", "price": 299.50, "category": "Electronics", "inStock": true }, { "id": 4, "product": "Keyboard", "price": 79.99, "category": "Accessories", "inStock": true } ]
Output table (column-based): 🎉
id | product | price | category | inStock |
---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Laptop | 999.99 | Electronics | true |
2 | Mouse | 29.99 | Accessories | false |
3 | Monitor | 299.50 | Electronics | true |
4 | Keyboard | 79.99 | Accessories | true |
Perfect for spreadsheet-like data! Arrays become columns automatically.
Customize and Filter Your Table
Now we're getting to the fun stuff! 🎮 Once your table is generated, you've got some pretty neat tricks up your sleeve:
Example: Nested Objects → Tables Within Tables
Try this nested JSON:
{ "company": "TechCorp Inc", "employees": [ { "id": 101, "name": "Sarah Wilson", "department": "Engineering", "contact": { "email": "sarah@techcorp.com", "phone": "+1-555-0123", "address": { "street": "123 Main St", "city": "San Francisco", "state": "CA" } }, "projects": [ { "name": "Mobile App", "status": "active", "budget": 50000 }, { "name": "Website Redesign", "status": "completed", "budget": 25000 } ] } ], "totalEmployees": 150 }
Creates nested tables:
key | value | ||||||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
company | TechCorp Inc | ||||||||||
employees |
| ||||||||||
totalEmployees | 150 |
* Nested objects and arrays appear as sub-tables within cells
Step 4: Edit Data Directly in the Table
This is where things get really handy! 🛠️ Want to tweak your data but don't want to mess with the JSON directly? We've got you covered:
Example: Edit Mode in Action
When you click "Edit" and then click on a cell, you can change values directly. For example, change John's department from "Engineering" to "Marketing" and watch the JSON update automatically! 🪄
Step 5: Export and Share Your Results
Time to take your beautifully organized data and do something with it! 🚀 Here are your options for getting it out of here:
Example: Real API Response
Perfect for complex API responses like this e-commerce order data: 🔥
{ "orders": [ { "orderId": "ORD-2024-001", "customer": "Tech Solutions Inc", "amount": 1299.99, "status": "shipped", "items": ["Laptop", "Mouse", "Keyboard"] }, { "orderId": "ORD-2024-002", "customer": "Digital Marketing Co", "amount": 599.50, "status": "processing", "items": ["Monitor", "Webcam"] } ], "totalRevenue": 1899.49, "orderCount": 2 }
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert JSON to a table?
Simply paste your JSON data into the input area or upload a JSON file. The tool instantly converts it to a readable table format. For nested JSON objects and arrays, it creates sub-tables within cells to maintain the data structure.
Can I download the table as Excel or CSV?
Yes! Click the "Export to Excel" button to download as .xlsx file, or use "Copy" to get the data for pasting into spreadsheets. The export preserves your table structure including nested data.
What if my JSON file is too large or complex?
The tool handles large JSON files efficiently. Use the search box to find specific data, or the filter feature to flip rows and columns for better viewing. Very large datasets are processed in chunks for smooth performance.
My JSON has errors - can this tool fix them?
Yes! The tool shows exactly where JSON syntax errors occur with line numbers. It can auto-fix common issues like missing commas, trailing commas, and unquoted keys. For more complex JSON repair needs, try the JSON Fixer tool.
Is this tool completely free?
Yes, completely free with no file size limits, no registration required, and no watermarks on exports. All features are available to everyone at no cost.