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Unescape JSON String
Unescape JSON strings by converting escape sequences back to readable characters for easy reading
JSON String (Escaped)
Input
Mode
Text (Unescaped)
Output
What is Unescape JSON String?
This Unescape JSON String tool converts JSON escape sequences back into their original characters, making JSON strings readable and usable. When you extract strings from JSON APIs, databases, or log files, they often contain escape sequences like \n (newline), \t (tab), \" (quote), and \\ (backslash). This tool decodes these sequences back to actual characters, helping you debug API responses, read JSON logs, and work with JSON data more effectively.
How to Use
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Paste a JSON string containing escape sequences
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Click Unescape to convert sequences to actual characters
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Copy the readable, unescaped text
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Use the text in your application, logs, or for debugging
Common Use Cases
Decode JSON strings from REST API responses
Read JSON log files with escaped messages
Convert JSON database values to readable text
Debug JSON payloads with escape sequences
Extract readable text from JSON configuration files
Parse JSON strings in development and testing
Key Features
Unescapes all JSON escape sequences automatically
Handles \n, \t, \", \\, and Unicode sequences
Real-time conversion as you type
One-click copy for quick workflow
Client-side processing - your data stays private
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