Backslash Escape

Escape quotes, backslashes, newlines and tabs so text can be pasted into a string literal in JSON, JavaScript, Java, C# and most other languages.

Free No sign-up Runs in your browser
Input Text
Output Output

How to use the Backslash Escape

  1. Paste your text into the input box.
  2. The output updates automatically as you type.
  3. Copy the result or download it as a file.

Private by design

Developer data is often sensitive: API responses, tokens, customer records, internal configs. This Backslash Escape processes everything locally in your browser tab. There is no server round-trip, no logging and no storage of your input.

Frequently asked questions

Is this Backslash Escape free?

Yes. This Backslash Escape is completely free to use with no sign-up, no limits and no ads inside the tool.

Is my data uploaded to a server?

No. The Backslash Escape runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing you paste is sent to DevT Pro or any other server.

Can I use the Backslash Escape offline?

Yes. Backslash Escape is also built into DevT Pro, a native app for Mac, Windows, iPad and Linux with 120+ developer tools that work fully offline. It is a $5.99 one-time purchase with no subscription.

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