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JSON Sorter — Sort JSON Object Keys Online

What is JSON Sorter?

Sort JSON object keys alphabetically. Get consistent key order for version control or comparison.

Sort all keys in a JSON object alphabetically. Nested objects are sorted recursively. Useful for consistent diffs and version control. Runs in your browser.

How to Use JSON Sorter

  1. Paste or type your input into the editor on the left panel.
  2. Results update automatically while you type. You can also press Ctrl+Enter to force a refresh.
  3. View the result in the output panel on the right with full syntax highlighting.
  4. Use Copy or Download to export the result.
  5. Drag and drop .json or .txt files directly into the editor.
  6. Toggle Tree View for an interactive, collapsible view of the JSON structure.

Example

Input:

{"z":1,"a":2,"m":3}

Output:

{
  "a": 2,
  "m": 3,
  "z": 1
}

Common Use Cases

  • Consistent key order
  • Version control
  • Comparison

Common Errors

  • Invalid JSON

Why Use Our JSON Sorter?

  • 100% client-side — your data never leaves your browser. No server processing, no data collection.
  • No sign-up required — start using the tool instantly with no registration or installation.
  • Keyboard shortcuts — press Ctrl+Enter to run, ? for shortcuts list, Ctrl+B to toggle sidebar.
  • Persistent state — your input is automatically saved across sessions using local storage.
  • IDE-style interface — Monaco Editor (the engine behind VS Code) with syntax highlighting and error detection.
  • Multi-format conversion — convert between JSON, XML, CSV, and YAML without switching tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does JSON Sorter do?

It sorts the keys of your JSON object alphabetically at every level.

Does it sort array elements?

No. Only object keys are sorted; array order is preserved.

Is my data sent to a server?

No. Sorting runs in your browser.

Try JSON Sorter Now

Paste your data into the editor above for instant processing. Use Ctrl+Enter anytime to re-run quickly.

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