JSON Viewer
JSON Viewer is a dedicated macOS application for visualizing, validating, and formatting JSON data files. It provides developers and data professionals with an easy-to-use interface to inspect, navigate, and pretty-print JSON datasets without needing to rely on command-line tools or text editors. The app is particularly useful for debugging API responses, working with configuration files, and validating JSON syntax. It's designed for anyone who regularly works with JSON data and appreciates a visual, dedicated interface for the task.
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1 suggestionJSON Viewer (version 1.2.2) appears to be abandoned—the app has not received updates in several years and there is no indication of an Apple Silicon native version. The search results do not show an updated version from the developer or any active maintenance. Since JSON viewing is a common task with multiple modern alternatives, consider switching to a native Apple Silicon app: **Xcode** (if you're a developer and already have it installed), **VS Code** (free, universal binary, excellent JSON support with built-in formatting and validation), or **BBEdit** (paid, native Apple Silicon support, powerful text editor with JSON tools). For a lightweight, free alternative specifically designed for JSON, **jq** (command-line tool, easy to install via Homebrew) is also excellent. VS Code is the most accessible replacement for general-purpose JSON work.
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