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Getting Started with JSON to Excel Web App - Convert in Seconds

Welcome back to our JSON to Excel series! In our previous post, we introduced the JSON to Excel toolkit and its various components. Today, we're diving into the quickest and easiest way to convert JSON to Excel: the Web App.

Why Use the Web App?

The JSON to Excel Web App is perfect when you need to convert JSON files quickly without installing any software. Here's why it's ideal:

  • No Installation Required: Works directly in your browser
  • Cross-Platform: Compatible with Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS
  • Instant Access: Start converting immediately
  • Privacy-Friendly: All processing happens client-side in your browser
  • Batch Processing: Convert multiple files at once (Pro feature)

Getting Started in 3 Simple Steps

Step 1: Open the Web App

Simply open your web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or any modern browser) and navigate to:

https://s.wtsolutions.cn/json-to-excel.html

That's it! No registration, no login, no installation. The app loads instantly and you're ready to go.

Step 2: Prepare Your JSON Data

You have three ways to load your JSON data:

Option A: Copy and Paste

The simplest method - just copy your JSON data and paste it directly into the text area provided. You'll see a live preview of your JSON below the text area, so you can verify the data before conversion.

Option B: Load Local Files

Click the "Load JSON File(s)" button to select JSON files from your computer. With the Pro version, you can load up to 20 files at once for batch processing. Each file will be converted to a separate sheet in your Excel file.

Option C: Load from Web URLs (Pro Feature)

For Pro users, you can also load JSON files directly from web URLs. This is perfect when you have JSON data hosted online and want to convert it without downloading first. You can load up to 20 URLs at once.

Step 3: Configure and Convert

Before converting, you can customize the conversion settings:

Conversion Mode

Choose between:

  • Flat JSON Mode: Best for simple JSON without nested structures
  • Nested JSON Mode: Perfect for complex JSON with nested objects

Nested Delimiter (Pro Feature)

When using Nested JSON Mode, you can choose how nested properties are separated:

  • Dot (.): Default - e.g., user.name
  • Underscore (_): e.g., user_name
  • Double Underscore (__): e.g., user__name
  • Forward Slash (/): e.g., user/name

Max Depth (Pro Feature)

Control how deep the converter processes nested objects:

  • Unlimited: Default - processes all levels
  • 1-20: Set a specific depth limit

Once your settings are configured, click the "Go" button and watch the magic happen!

Understanding the Output

After conversion, you'll see:

  1. Live Preview: A preview of your Excel data appears at the bottom of the page
  2. Download Button: Click to download your Excel file
  3. Conversion Report: For batch conversions, you'll see a detailed report showing:
    • Filename or URL
    • Conversion status (success/failure)
    • Sheet name (if successful)
    • Error message (if failed)

A Practical Example

Let's walk through converting a simple JSON array:

[
  {
    "id": 1,
    "name": "John Doe",
    "email": "john@example.com",
    "age": 30
  },
  {
    "id": 2,
    "name": "Jane Smith",
    "email": "jane@example.com",
    "age": 25
  }
]
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Steps:

  1. Copy the JSON above
  2. Paste it into the Web App text area
  3. Select "Flat JSON Mode" (since this is a simple structure)
  4. Click "Go"
  5. Preview your Excel data
  6. Click "Download"

That's it! You now have an Excel file with your JSON data perfectly formatted.

Tips for Best Results

Validate Your JSON First

The Web App includes a JSON preview that helps you verify your data is properly formatted before conversion. Look out for:

  • Proper brackets and braces
  • Correct comma placement
  • Valid data types

Handle Nested Structures

If your JSON has nested objects, use "Nested JSON Mode" for better results. For example:

[
  {
    "name": "John",
    "contact": {
      "email": "john@example.com",
      "phone": "123-456-7890"
    }
  }
]
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With Nested JSON Mode and dot delimiter, this becomes:
| name | contact.email | contact.phone |
|------|----------------|---------------|
| John | john@example.com | 123-456-7890 |

Batch Processing Workflows

For multiple JSON files:

  1. Organize your files in a folder
  2. Use "Load JSON File(s)" to select multiple files
  3. Review the conversion report
  4. Download the combined Excel file with separate sheets for each JSON file

Limitations to Keep in Mind

The Web App has some limitations:

  • Maximum 1000 objects (rows) per conversion
  • Maximum 100 unique properties (columns) per dataset
  • Arrays in values are converted to strings
  • Maximum 20 files per batch conversion (Pro feature)

When to Upgrade to Pro

The free version is perfect for occasional use with simple JSON structures. Consider upgrading to Pro if you:

  • Need to convert more than 1000 rows at once
  • Work with complex nested JSON structures
  • Require batch processing of multiple files
  • Want to load JSON from web URLs
  • Need custom delimiters or depth control
  • Prefer an ad-free experience

Next Steps

Now that you've mastered the Web App, you might be wondering about other ways to use JSON to Excel. In our next post, we'll explore the Excel Add-in, which provides seamless integration directly within Excel - perfect for users who work in Excel all day.

Ready to try the Web App? Visit https://s.wtsolutions.cn/json-to-excel.html and start converting your JSON files today!

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