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What are JSON files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a JSON file or are you simply curious about its contents? We're here to explain the properties of these files and provide you with software that can open or handle your JSON files.

What is a JSON file?

JSON files have multiple uses, and Javascript Object Notation (JSON) Document is one of them. Read more about the other uses further down the page.

Javascript Object Notation (JSON) Document

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a file format that stores structured data in a simple and human-readable way. It is based on a subset of the JavaScript programming language and is commonly used for exchanging data between servers and web applications and persistently storing data.

The structure of a .json file relies on the concept of key-value pairs. Each key represents a specific piece of data, while the value captures data itself. Keys are strings enclosed in double quotes and values can take many forms including Boolean values, numbers, strings, or even arrays.

Syntactically correct .json files need a few specific components established at the beginning and end of each file in order to ensure compatibility with most current software platforms; these include braces at the start and end, colons separating key value pairs, commas delineating different entries, quotation marks around all string values, etc.

For example:

{ "key": "value", "key2": "value2" }

.json files can store various data types, including strings, numbers, booleans, arrays, and objects. They can also be nested, meaning that an object can contain other objects or arrays as values. .json files are often used to store configuration settings, data for web applications or mobile apps, and metadata for media files. They are also used to transmit data between servers and clients in a web API (Application Programming Interface).

JSON files can be opened and edited with a text editor or a specialized JSON editor. They can also be read and parsed by various programming languages, including JavaScript, Python, and Java, making them a popular choice for storing and exchanging data.

How to open JSON files

We have identified six JSON openers that are compatible with this specific type of JSON file.

Programs that open Javascript Object Notation (JSON) Document files

Bitberry File OpenerBitberry File OpenerVerified
JSONBuddyJSONBuddyVerified
BracketsBracketsVerified
Microsoft Visual StudioMicrosoft Visual StudioVerified
UltraEditUltraEditVerified
Notepad++Notepad++Verified

Last updated: February 20, 2024

Bambu Studio Profile

We know that one JSON format is Bambu Studio Profile. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested ten different JSON openers which you will find listed below.

Content Addressable Archive Info/layout

We know that one JSON format is Content Addressable Archive Info/layout. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Cool-retro-term Profile

We know that one JSON format is Cool-retro-term Profile. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Coriolis.io Ship Loadout Data

We know that one JSON format is Coriolis.io Ship Loadout Data. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

CryENGINE DBATable

We know that one JSON format is CryENGINE DBATable. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Cura Extruder Definition

We know that one JSON format is Cura Extruder Definition. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Cura Quality Settings

We know that one JSON format is Cura Quality Settings. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Cura Theme

We know that one JSON format is Cura Theme. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

DroidPad Custom Layout

We know that one JSON format is DroidPad Custom Layout. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

EasyEDA Source File

We know that one JSON format is EasyEDA Source File. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Firefox Bookmark File

We know that one JSON format is Firefox Bookmark File. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Gyroflow Camera_presets

We know that one JSON format is Gyroflow Camera_presets. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Karabiner-Elements Configuration

We know that one JSON format is Karabiner-Elements Configuration. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

LottieFiles Animation

We know that one JSON format is LottieFiles Animation. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

MAME Plugin Configuration

We know that one JSON format is MAME Plugin Configuration. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

JSON opener for Windows

We have identified one JSON opener that is compatible with this specific type of JSON file.

MAMEMAMEVerified

MathOptFormat

We know that one JSON format is MathOptFormat. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Node-RED Flow Data

We know that one JSON format is Node-RED Flow Data. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Nuendo JSON Template

We know that one JSON format is Nuendo JSON Template. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Open3D PoseGraph

We know that one JSON format is Open3D PoseGraph. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Opencomic Syndication Format

We know that one JSON format is Opencomic Syndication Format. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

QMK Keymap Data

We know that one JSON format is QMK Keymap Data. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Speakeasy Configuration

We know that one JSON format is Speakeasy Configuration. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Splits.io Exchange Format

We know that one JSON format is Splits.io Exchange Format. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Timberborn Map

We know that one JSON format is Timberborn Map. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Trizbort.io Map Data

We know that one JSON format is Trizbort.io Map Data. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Vega Visualization

We know that one JSON format is Vega Visualization. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

VIA Keypad Definition

We know that one JSON format is VIA Keypad Definition. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

VirusTotal Graph

We know that one JSON format is VirusTotal Graph. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Xcode Asset Catalog

We know that one JSON format is Xcode Asset Catalog. We have not yet analyzed in detail what these files contain and what they are used for. We're working on it.

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of JSON files. Remember, different programs may use JSON files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.

Microsoft Web Platform ExtensionsMicrosoft Web Platform ExtensionsUser submitted
Edge Code CCEdge Code CCUser submitted
ESET SecurityESET SecurityUser submitted
Oxygen XML EditorOxygen XML EditorUser submitted
Sakura Editor (Japanese)Sakura Editor (Japanese)User submitted
Adobe AcrobatAdobe AcrobatUser submitted
MaxMaxUser submitted
Adobe DreamweaverAdobe DreamweaverUser submitted
MaxMSPMaxMSPUser submitted
OperaOperaUser submitted

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