Basic JSON Formatter
Adds a page action to pretty-print JSON. Unlike similar extensions, this simply pretty-prints it. It doesn't add any kind of viewer, colors, or collapsing.
If you want this to work as expected, disable devtools.jsonview.enabled in about:config.
What is Basic JSON Formatter?
'Basic JSON Formatter' is an uncomplicated and useful Firefox add-on. It integrates a button into the address bar which helps to format and enhance how JSON content is viewed. Highlightedly, it appears only when the page content is valid JSON or has a Content-type of application/json. Remarkably devoid of extraneous features like fancy viewers or colors, it focuses solely on pretty-printing JSON for ease of viewing.
Add-on stats
By: Dr. McKay
Rating: 4.58
(12)
Creation date: 2017-08-22
Weekly download count: 32
Firefox on Android: Yes
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- storage
- webRequest
- <all_urls>
Size: 11.77K
Ranking
# 1404 ▼ 5
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Add-on summary
Simple addon which adds a button to the address bar for JSON content to pretty-print (format) it. To reduce clutter, the button is only present when the currently viewed content has a Content-Type of application/json or if the page content is valid JSON. Doesn't add a fancy viewer or colors or collapsing or anything.
If you want this to work as expected, disable devtools.jsonview.enabled in about:config.
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Does exactly what it says
- Works without extra configuration steps
- Fast, user-friendly, and simple
- No trouble formatting large files
- Can select and copy text without garbage characters
Cons
- Icon does not work with dark theme
- Cannot run on Firefox 57
- Lack of usage instructions for some users
Most mentioned
- Easy to use
- Formatting capabilities
- Lack of dark theme compatibility
Recent reviews
it's great
by Tor, 2023-04-12
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Basic JSON Formatter requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Basic JSON Formatter has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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