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JSON to CSV examples

Common JSON shapes and the CSV they produce, including nested data and custom delimiters.

Array of objects

The most common shape is an array of flat objects. Each object becomes one row, and each unique key across the array becomes a column header.

Nested values

When a value is itself an object or array, it is written into the cell as JSON text. This keeps the CSV rectangular while preserving the original data.

Choosing a delimiter

Comma is the default. If your values contain commas, a tab or semicolon delimiter can make the file easier to read in some spreadsheet apps.

Frequently asked questions

Does Excel open the result?

Yes. Save the output as a .csv file and open it in Excel, Google Sheets or Numbers.