Convert JSON to a List

Convert a JSON array to a plain text list with the Convert JSON to a List Tool. This browser-based tool reads JSON input, extracts items, and formats them line-by-line. Supports trimming, blank value filtering, and live preview with visual feedback. Import JSON or other plain-text files, copy the result, or export to a .txt file. Perfect for developers working with structured data, logs, or converting API responses to lists.

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Options
Ignore empty values
Trim each value

How to Use:

  1. Paste or import your JSON array into the input box.
  2. Enable Options to trim entries or skip empty values.
  3. View the decoded list line-by-line in the output box.
  4. Use Copy Output or Export to File to save the result.
  5. Click Clear All to reset the tool.

What Convert JSON to a List Tool Can Do:

  • Parses JSON arrays and outputs each item on its own line
  • Trim values and ignore blank entries
  • Flags invalid input with helpful messages
  • Supports importing .json, .txt, and other text file formats
  • Live result updates with flashing highlight and output counter

Example:

Input:

["apple", "banana", "cherry"]

Output:

apple
banana
cherry

Common Use Cases:

Use this tool to cleanly convert JSON arrays into line-based formats for spreadsheets, scripts, CSV generation, or content migration. Ideal for devs needing quick transformations from structured data.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

If you’re converting JSON to a list, try JSON Prettifier first to make sure the structure is clean and easy to read before extracting. Then, if you need to double-check the format, JSON Validator can confirm everything’s in shape before you go further. This makes the conversion smoother, helps avoid broken lists, and ensures your data is ready to use right away.

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