For a JSON parse error, copy the full message and line/column first, then inspect the character at and just before that position. Check trailing commas, single quotes, unquoted keys, missing commas, unmatched brackets, and unescaped line breaks. If the input is really JSON5 config syntax, convert it to standard JSON before validating again.
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Common lookup scenarios
Locate JSON syntax errors by line and column
Find trailing commas in arrays or objects
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Convert JSON5 config into API-safe standard JSON
Recommended workflow
- Format JSON to trigger a precise parse error
- Inspect the line/column and the previous character
- Check commas, quotes, colons, and bracket depth
- Convert JSON5 syntax to standard JSON when needed
- Use Schema, JSONPath, or Diff to verify the final API structure
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For a JSON parse error, copy the full message and line/column first, then inspect the character at and just before that position. Check trailing commas, single quotes, unquoted keys, missing commas, unmatched brackets, and unescaped line breaks. If the input is really JSON5 config syntax, convert it to standard JSON before validating again.
How should I read a JSON parse error line and column?
Jump to the reported line and column, then also inspect the previous character. Many parsers report the position just after the actual mistake.
Why does JSON5 parse but standard JSON fail?
JSON5 allows single quotes, unquoted keys, comments, and trailing commas. APIs, databases, and structured data usually require strict standard JSON.
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