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GraphQL to JSON Converter

Convert GraphQL query or response data to JSON format

Key Facts

Category
Format Conversion
Input Types
textarea, select
Output Type
text
Sample Coverage
4
API Ready
Yes

Overview

The GraphQL to JSON Converter is a streamlined utility designed to transform GraphQL queries or raw response data into clean, structured JSON format for easier debugging and data integration.

When to Use

  • When you need to validate the structure of a GraphQL query before sending it to an API endpoint.
  • When you have a raw GraphQL response and need to extract or format it as standard JSON for application use.
  • When you are documenting API interactions and require a readable JSON representation of your GraphQL operations.

How It Works

  • Paste your GraphQL query or JSON response string into the input area.
  • Select the appropriate input type from the dropdown menu to specify if you are processing a query or a response.
  • Click the convert button to instantly generate the formatted JSON output.

Use Cases

Standardizing API documentation by converting GraphQL snippets into JSON examples.
Debugging API responses by formatting raw GraphQL output into readable JSON structures.
Preparing mock data for frontend development based on existing GraphQL query schemas.

Examples

1. Formatting GraphQL Query for Documentation

Frontend Developer
Background
A developer is writing documentation for a new API feature and needs to provide a clean JSON example of a complex user profile query.
Problem
The raw GraphQL query is difficult to read and needs to be presented as a structured JSON object for the documentation.
How to Use
Paste the GraphQL query into the input field, select 'GraphQL Query' as the type, and convert.
Outcome
The tool outputs a clean, formatted JSON object that can be directly copied into the API documentation.

2. Debugging API Response Data

Backend Engineer
Background
An engineer is troubleshooting an issue where the frontend is not receiving the expected data format from the GraphQL server.
Problem
The raw response from the server is a minified string, making it hard to inspect the nested fields.
How to Use
Paste the raw response string into the input field, select 'GraphQL Response (JSON)' as the type, and convert.
Outcome
The tool provides a prettified JSON structure, allowing the engineer to quickly identify the missing or malformed data fields.

Try with Samples

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FAQ

Does this tool support both queries and responses?

Yes, you can toggle between 'GraphQL Query' and 'GraphQL Response' modes to ensure the conversion logic matches your input.

Is my data stored on your servers?

No, all conversions are processed locally in your browser to ensure your data remains private and secure.

Can I convert complex nested GraphQL queries?

Yes, the tool handles nested structures and standard GraphQL syntax, converting them into valid JSON objects.

Is there a limit to the input size?

The tool can handle large text inputs, though extremely large payloads may impact browser performance.

Do I need to install any software to use this?

No, this is a web-based utility that runs directly in your browser without any installation required.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/graphql-to-json

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
graphqlInput textarea Yes -
inputType select No -

Response Format

{
  "result": "Processed text content",
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)",
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  }
}
Text: Text

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-graphql-to-json": {
      "name": "graphql-to-json",
      "description": "Convert GraphQL query or response data to JSON format",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=graphql-to-json",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

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