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JSON Tools Plugin for Notepad++ 64-bit Download (x64) — Install Helper

If you’re on Notepad++ 64-bit, you need the x64 build of the JSON Tools plugin. Use this helper to generate the correct plugins folder path, a clean manual install checklist, and common fixes when the plugin doesn’t appear.

Category: Developer · URL: /tools/json-tools-plugin-for-notepad-64-bit-download.html
Tip: If you don’t know the path, leave it blank and the tool will use a common default.
Most installs use: plugins\JSONTools\JSONTools.dll
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How to use

Use this to generate the exact folder paths and steps for a 64-bit Notepad++ setup.

  1. Paste your Notepad++ install path (or any details) into the box. If you’re not sure, leave it blank.
  2. Select x64 and your install method (Plugins Admin or Manual).
  3. Click Generate Steps and follow the output checklist.
  4. If something doesn’t work, use the troubleshooting notes in the output (most issues are x86/x64 mismatch or wrong folder structure).
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Secondary intents covered: Confirm whether Notepad++ is 64-bit and pick the correct plugin build (x64 vs x86), Install JSON Tools via Plugins Admin without manually copying files, Manually install the plugin by placing the DLL in the correct folder structure, Find the correct Notepad++ plugins folder path for installed vs portable setups, Fix “plugin failed to load” or “not showing in menu” issues, Generate a copy-paste checklist for an offline/manual install, Locate where plugin config is stored (AppData vs portable folder), Ensure the plugin folder name and DLL name are correct

FAQ

How do I download JSON Tools for Notepad++ 64-bit?

Use Plugins > Plugins Admin to install it automatically, or download the plugin’s x64 release package from its official release page and install manually.

Where do I put JSONTools.dll for a manual install?

Place it in its own folder under Notepad++: <Notepad++>\plugins\JSONTools\JSONTools.dll (folder name and DLL name must match the plugin build you downloaded).

Why isn’t JSON Tools showing up in Notepad++ after install?

Most often it’s the wrong architecture (x86 plugin in x64 Notepad++), the DLL is in the wrong folder, or Notepad++ wasn’t restarted after installation.

Do I need admin rights to install the plugin on Windows?

If Notepad++ is installed under Program Files, Windows may block file copying without admin permissions; Plugins Admin usually handles this more cleanly.

Where is the JSON Tools plugin config stored?

For installed Notepad++, it’s typically under %AppData%\Notepad++\plugins\config\; for portable installs, it’s commonly <Notepad++ folder>\plugins\config\.

Is JSON Tools included by default in Notepad++?

No—JSON Tools is a plugin. You install it through Plugins Admin or by manually copying the correct build into the plugins folder.

What should I do if Plugins Admin doesn’t list JSON Tools?

Update Notepad++ and try again; if it still doesn’t appear, install manually using the official release package that matches your Notepad++ architecture.