# Best Online JSON Formatter & Validator
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is the backbone of modern data interchange. However, raw JSON often arrives as a single, messy line of text that is impossible to read.
The MonkeyDev JSON Formatter is an essential tool for developers to:
- Prettify: Instantly format and indent raw JSON to make it human-readable.
- Validate: Detect syntax errors like missing quotes or trailing commas in real-time.
- Minify: Compress JSON data to reduce file size for production environments.
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