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2024-04-12•
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Using JSON Diff Checker to Track Changes


The Importance of Diffing

When APIs change or configurations update, spotting the difference between two 1000-line JSON files manually is impossible. A visual Diff Checker is essential.


How It Works

1. **Original:** Paste the old version of your JSON.

2. **Modified:** Paste the new version.

3. **Compare:** The tool aligns the structures and highlights:

- **Green:** Added lines

- **Red:** Removed lines

- **Yellow:** Modified values


Key Features

  • **Structure Aware:** Ignores insignificant whitespace changes.
  • **Key Order:** Compares keys logically even if their order changes in the file.

    • Interactive Demo: DIFF

    Your JSON

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    Interactive Tree
    Valid
    {5 Items
    name: "JSON Buddy Tools"
    description: "Privacy-first JSON formatter with advanced features"
    features: []7 Items
    privacy: {}4 Items
    shortcuts: {}3 Items
    }

    Output

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I compare large JSON files?

    Yes, the tool is optimized for performance with large datasets.

    What do the colors indicate?

    Green for additions, Red for deletions, and Yellow/Blue for modifications.

    Can I download the diff result?

    Currently you can view visual results. Exporting a patch file is a planned feature.