# Read information from Homey in JSON format

**URL:** <https://community.homey.app/t/read-information-from-homey-in-json-format/28688>\
**Category:** Questions & Help\
**Created:** [April 20, 2020, 8:41am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/read-information-from-homey-in-json-format/28688 "2020-04-20T08:41:04Z")\
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**Post date:** [April 20, 2020, 8:41am UTC](https://community.homey.app/t/read-information-from-homey-in-json-format/28688/1 "2020-04-20T08:41:04Z")

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Hi all homey people!  
I am setting up a dashboard using DAKboard. It can read values from other sources using JSON.

> **[External Data / Fetch - Formatting Options](https://dakboard.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/35000062047-external-data-fetch-formatting-options)**
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> DAKboard can fetch data from other online sources via a URL. To use this feature, in the DAKboard options, under Custom Screen Settings, click the "Add a Block" button and select "External Data/Fetch". Resize/move the block as needed, then click ...

Can I use this to get values from my Homey? Unfortunately I am no JSON expert so if I can get some help it would be much appreciated. Both regarding if Homey is able to provide information in JSON format and also how to write the actual JSON object.

Thanks a lot in advance!