What is block explorer?

Block explorer is a website or a tool that allows one to browse through blocks, view wallet addresses, network hashrate, transaction data and other key information on the blockchain. Block Explorer is simply a search tool. Just like how you use web browsers to browse through the Internet; block explorers allows one to browse the blockchain.

What is blockchain explorer?

Blockchain Explorer (or Block Explorer) is asoftware program reorganizes raw data collected from nodes on a Blockchain, turning it into understandable information displayed through API. API stands for Application Programming Interface. It is an intermediary window that allows software, applications, or systems to interact with one another.

Does bitcoin have a block explorer?

Block explorers exist for Bitcoin and some altcoins. To search for the transactions of a particular coin, users must use the block explorer specific to that cryptocurrency. To learn more about Bitcoin, read What Is Bitcoin?

How do I check if a transaction is a block explorer?

You can look up the following information using the search bar on Block Explorers: Block number. Transaction Hash/ID. Wallet address. A widespread use case of Blockchain Explorers is checking the status of a transaction. You can copy and paste the transaction ID on the search bar.