eth_getBlockByNumber - Cronos RPC Method
Retrieve complete block data by block number on Cronos. Perfect for Cronos developers building DeFi and payment applications building on the EVM-compatible Crypto.com blockchain.
Returns information about a block by block number on Cronos.
Why Cronos? Build on the EVM-compatible Crypto.com blockchain with fast finality and deep Crypto.com ecosystem integration.
Use Cases
The eth_getBlockByNumber method is essential for:
- Block explorers - Display complete block information
- Transaction indexers - Process all transactions in a block
- Analytics platforms - Analyze blockchain data for DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and Crypto.com ecosystem integrations
- Timestamp verification - Get block timestamps for time-based logic
Code Examples
Error Handling
| Error Code | Message | Description |
|---|---|---|
| -32602 | Invalid params | Invalid block number or parameter format |
| -32000 | Block not found | Block does not exist |
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