What Is Outline ↔ Tree Converter?

A free online tool to convert between indented text outlines and JSON tree structures. Supports tab and space indentation, bullet points, and numbered lists. Ideal for converting notes to structured data for apps and mind maps.

Why Use Outline ↔ Tree Converter?

  • Bidirectional: outline ↔ JSON tree
  • Supports tab and 2-space indentation
  • Strips bullet points and numbering automatically
  • Shows node count and max depth statistics

How to Use Outline ↔ Tree Converter — Step by Step

1

Choose direction: Outline → JSON or JSON → Outline.

2

Paste your indented text or JSON tree into the input.

3

The conversion updates instantly.

4

Copy or download the result.

Who Is Outline ↔ Tree Converter Best For?

  • note conversion
  • app data prep
  • mind map import
  • documentation

Outline ↔ Tree Converter — Frequently Asked Questions

What indentation styles are supported?

Tabs (1 tab = 1 level) and 2-space indentation. Bullet points (-, *, +, •) and numbered lists are automatically stripped.

Can I use the JSON output with the mind map editor?

The JSON tree structure follows a {content, children} format that can be adapted for mind map import.

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