JSONPath Examples: Query Nested JSON Step by Step

Start at the root

The dollar sign represents the root value. Dot notation selects object properties and bracket notation is useful for indexes or property names containing special characters.

$.store.books[0].title

Select every array item

Use a wildcard to select the same property from all elements in an array.

$.store.books[*].title

Recursive descent and filters

Recursive descent searches below the current node, while filters select array elements matching a condition. Exact syntax and supported operators can differ between implementations.

$..price
$.store.books[?(@.price < 15)]

Test against representative data

A path that works for one sample may fail when a property is absent or changes type. Test optional fields, empty arrays and mixed records before relying on a query in production.